Previous year MCQs

Environment & Ecology UPPSC 2014 GS-I
Question

How many agreements are there in Agenda-21 ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: 4

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “4”.
Agenda 21 consists of four main agreements that address various aspects of sustainable development:

1) Social and Economic Dimensions
2) Conservation and Management of Resources for Development
3) Strengthening the Role of Major Groups
4) Means of Implementation

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