Purpose of Lima conference - Environment & Biodiversity
Q. Which of the following statement/s is/are correct?
1) The Lima conference is conference of parties to Convention of Biodiversity.
2) It has decided that the new agreement will not reflect the principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities but will addresses all elements, i.e. mitigation, adaptation, finance, technology development and transfer, etc- Published on 28 Aug 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
ANSWER: None of the above
The Lima Conference (COP 20) is a conference of parties to UNFCCC i.e. climate change conference. It has decided that the new agreement will be under the UNFCCC and will reflect the principle of CBDR in the light of different national circumstances. It also addresses all elements, i.e. mitigation, adaptation, finance, technology development and transfer, capacity building, and transparency of action and support in a balanced manner.
