Published by:
CGP EDU Academic Team
Published on: August 13, 2026
The historic convention on Biological Diversity held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 is known as
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The Rio Earth Summit (1992), officially the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), led to the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).CITES deals with trade in endangered species, G-16 is an economic grouping, and MAB Programme relates to UNESCO’s Man and Biosphere Programme.
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
Prepare Smarter with CGP Edu
Get practice questions, solutions, and test series in one place.
Write a Review
Share your experience with this question and solution.
Commentary
Send your comment, doubt, correction, or feedback to admin.
Similar Questions
Explore conceptually related problems
Which of the following countries has the highest biodiversity?
Which of the following is not a cause for the loss of biodiversity?
Which of the following is not an invasive alien species in the Indian context?
Where among the following will you find the pitcher plant?
Which one of the following is not a characteristic feature of biodiversity hotspots?
What is common to the following plants: Nepenthes, Psilotum, Rauwolfia and Aconitum?