Q. With reference to the Kyoto Protocol, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1.It is an international treaty that commits state parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions based on the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities.
2.It includes mechanisms like Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Joint Implementation (JI) to assist countries in meeting their emission targets.
3.It was extended beyond its initial commitment period (2008–2012) through the Doha Amendment.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Correct. The Kyoto Protocol, adopted in 1997, commits state parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions based on the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities, recognizing that developed countries have greater responsibility.
- Statement 2: Correct. It includes flexible mechanisms like the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and Joint Implementation (JI) to help countries meet emission targets.
- Statement 3: Correct. The Doha Amendment extended the Kyoto Protocol’s commitment period beyond 2012 to 2020.
