2025 · EnvironmentPrevious Year Question
Q14.
Consider the following statements: Statement I: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change is frequently discussed in global discussions on sustainable development and climate change. Statement II: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change sets out the principles of carbon markets. Statement III: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change intends to promote inter-country non-market strategies to reach their climate targets. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
A. Both Statement II and Statement III are correct and both of them explain Statement I
B. Both Statement II and Statement III are correct but only one of them explains Statement I
C. Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement I
D. Neither Statement II nor Statement III is correct
Answer

A

Explanation

6 of the Paris Agreement enables international to tackle climate change and to unlock support for developing countries. are three components to Article 6: 6.2: Provides accounting and reporting guidance Parties to use internationally transferred mitigation towards their nationally determined (NDCs). 6.4: Establishes a new UNFCCC mechanism which be used to trade high-quality carbon credits. 6.8: Provides opportunities for non-market- cooperation for enhancing climate action. In Article 6 aims to facilitate international and enhance climate ambition by enabling to work together to reduce emissions and their climate goals. It's a crucial part of the Paris allowing for flexibility and cooperation in the treaty's commitments. Hence, Both II and Statement III are correct and both of explain Statement I.