Question

A new report suggests a decline in global biodiversity. Which international agreement would be MOST relevant for India to strengthen its conservation efforts?

  1. Kyoto Protocol
  2. Paris Agreement
  3. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
  4. Montreal Protocol

Answer:

Option C: Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)”.

The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is the primary international treaty addressing biodiversity conservation and sustainable use of biological resources.