WBCS.LIVE practice question

The ‘Ramsar Convention’ relates to which one of the following areas?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Wetland preservation
  2. Promote afforestation
  3. Action plan on climate change
  4. Combat desertification

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Wetland preservation

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Wetland preservation. The Ramsar Convention is an international treaty signed in 1971 at Ramsar, Iran, for the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. It aims to protect wetland ecosystems that are rich in biodiversity and provide essential services like water purification, flood control, and habitat for migratory birds. India is a signatory and has several Ramsar-listed sites. The convention promotes wise use of wetlands at the local, national, and global levels.