UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 12
The term 'Intended Nationally Determined Contributions' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
View correct answer and explanation
Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: INDCs were countries’ proposed climate-action commitments submitted ahead of the 2015 Paris climate agreement; after formalization these became nationally determined contributions.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - Refugee-resettlement pledges are separate from UN climate negotiations.
B: Correct - Correct-INDCs set out national emissions and climate-response plans.
C: Incorrect - Capital subscriptions to AIIB are banking commitments, not INDCs.
D: Incorrect - The SDGs are broad development goals, whereas INDCs specifically concern climate action.