Q. Consider the following statements;
1.The Sustainable Development Goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the ‘Club of Rome’.
2.The Sustainable Development Goals have to be achieved by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, are a universal call for action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
They are built upon the success of the Millennium Development Goals, including new areas such as climate change, economic inequality, innovation, sustainable consumption, peace and justice, among other priorities.
Statement 2 is correct: Adopted in 2015, SDGs came into effect in January 2016. They are meant to be achieved by 2030.
Source: DTE
