What is lsquo the dirty dozen rsquo ........

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What is ‘the dirty dozen’?

12 environmentally disteressed countries of the world.

World's most polluted 12 countries list published by UNEP.

World's 12 most polluted rivers.

12 Persistent organic pollutant identified by the UNEP.

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Explanation:

It is the list of initial 12 persistent organic pollutants published under Stockholm Convention. The 12 persistent organic pollutants should be phased out by the member countries as mandated under the convention. Hence, answer is D. It is advised that the initial 12 POPs should be remembered. It is also to be noted that Endosulfan was not added as the initial dirty dozen. Hence, answer is D.