COP-21 - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about  BASIC countries?

1. They are not part of Annex B countries of Kyoto Protocol.
2. Argentina is part of BASIC countries.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Only 1

Explanation:
- BASIC countries : Brazil, South Africa, India and China.
- They are world’s major emerging economies and some of its largest carbon emitters.
- BASIC countries have committed to act jointly at the Copenhagen climate summit, including a possible united walk-out if their common minimum position was not met.
- BASIC countries have called for a Paris climate agreement in line with the principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities.
2)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about Paris Pact on water and climate change adaptation?

1. The collaborative projects represent over $20 million in technical assistance and potentially over $1 billion in financing.
2. India committed to build climate resilience through improved groundwater management in the country.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both

Explanation:
- Almost 290 water basin organizations are engaged under the Paris Pact on Water and Climate Change Adaptation.
- The Paris Pact on Water and Climate Change Adaptation has outlined projects to protect water systems against devastating climate change.
- The pact establishes a platform for 10 megacities around the world with a combined population of 85 million to share best practice.
- Developing alternative resources through the reuse of treated waste water, rain water harvesting and wetland conservation or the creation of artificial wetlands also play a key role in the pact’s vision.

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