Barcelona Convention: Protection against pollution to Mediterranean Sea.
Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct about Barcelona Convention?
1. Barcelona Convention is related to protection of the Mediterranean Sea against Pollution.
2. Romania is party to Barcelona Convention.- Published on 24 Sep 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
ANSWER: Both
The Convention for Protection of the Mediterranean Sea against Pollution (Barcelona Convention) also known as the Barcelona Convention for the Protection of the Mediterranean or simply the Barcelona Convention, is a regional convention adopted in 1976 to prevent and abate pollution from ships, aircraft and land based sources in the Mediterranean Sea. This includes but is not limited to dumping, run-off and discharges. Signers agreed to cooperate and assist in dealing with pollution emergencies, monitoring and scientific research. The convention was adopted on 16 February 1976 and last amended on 10 June 1995.
