1) Which of the following countries are called as Alpine countries?
1. Norway
2. Denmark
3. France
4. Liechtenstein
5. Monaco
6. Slovenia
a. 1,2,6
b. 2,4,5,6
c. 3,4,5,6
d. All
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Answer
Explanation
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ANSWER: 3,4,5,6
Explanation:
- The term Alpine states or Alpine countries refers to the territory of eight countries associated with the Alpine region, as defined by the Alpine Convention of 1991
- Austria, Germany, France, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Slovenia, and Switzerland.
- Alpine Convention: An international territorial treaty for the sustainable development of the Alps.
- Objectives: To protect the natural environment of the Alps while promoting its development.
- This Framework Convention involves the European Union and eight states (Austria, Germany, France, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Slovenia, and Switzerland).
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