Consider the following statements about Rotterdam Convention
1.It deals with international trade of certain hazardous chemicals in order to protect human health and the environment from potential harm.
2.The Convention talks about prior informed consent, which is legally binding on countries those, are parties to it.
3.India is yet to ratify this convention.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
Correct Answer1, 2 and 3
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
1 and 2 only
It deals with the international trade of certain hazardous chemicals to protect human health and the environment from potential harm.
This statement is correct. The Rotterdam Convention addresses the international trade of certain hazardous chemicals and pesticides, aiming to ensure that countries are aware of the risks associated with these substances.
The Convention talks about prior informed consent, which is legally binding on countries that are parties to it.
This statement is correct. The Rotterdam Convention involves the principle of prior informed consent (PIC), where countries agree to exchange information and obtain consent before proceeding with the import of certain hazardous chemicals. This principle is legally binding on countries that are parties to the convention.
India is yet to ratify this convention.
This statement is not correct. India ratified the Rotterdam Convention
Therefore, the correct option is 2 (1 and 2 only)
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By: Kamal Kashyap