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Wildlife Law International Cooperation

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Which international treaty aims to protect endangered species of wild fauna and flora?

  1. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  2. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  3. Ramsar Convention on Wetlands

  4. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CITES is an international agreement that aims to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival.

What is the purpose of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)?

  1. To conserve biological diversity and ensure the sustainable use of its components

  2. To protect endangered species of wild fauna and flora

  3. To promote the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources

  4. To address the issue of climate change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The CBD aims to promote sustainable development by conserving biological diversity, ensuring the sustainable use of its components, and sharing the benefits of genetic resources fairly and equitably.

Which international agreement aims to protect migratory species of wild animals?

  1. Convention on Migratory Species (CMS)

  2. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  3. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  4. Ramsar Convention on Wetlands


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The CMS aims to conserve migratory species and their habitats by providing a framework for international cooperation.

What is the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands?

  1. An international treaty that aims to protect wetlands of international importance

  2. A convention that aims to protect migratory species of wild animals

  3. An agreement that aims to conserve biological diversity and ensure the sustainable use of its components

  4. A treaty that aims to protect endangered species of wild fauna and flora


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramsar Convention aims to protect wetlands of international importance, especially those that provide habitat for waterfowl.

Which international agreement aims to address the issue of climate change?

  1. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)

  2. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  3. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  4. Convention on Migratory Species (CMS)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The UNFCCC aims to stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that would prevent dangerous anthropogenic interference with the climate system.

What is the purpose of the International Whaling Commission (IWC)?

  1. To regulate whaling and ensure the conservation of whale populations

  2. To promote the sustainable use of marine resources

  3. To protect marine ecosystems and biodiversity

  4. To address the issue of climate change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IWC is an international organization that aims to regulate whaling and ensure the conservation of whale populations.

Which international agreement aims to promote cooperation in the conservation and sustainable use of marine resources?

  1. United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)

  2. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  3. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  4. Ramsar Convention on Wetlands


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNCLOS is an international treaty that aims to promote cooperation in the conservation and sustainable use of marine resources.

What is the purpose of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS)?

  1. To conserve migratory species and their habitats

  2. To protect endangered species of wild fauna and flora

  3. To promote the sustainable use of marine resources

  4. To address the issue of climate change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The CMS aims to conserve migratory species and their habitats by providing a framework for international cooperation.

Which international agreement aims to protect the ozone layer?

  1. Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer

  2. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  3. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  4. Ramsar Convention on Wetlands


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Montreal Protocol aims to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances.

What is the purpose of the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats (Bern Convention)?

  1. To conserve wild flora and fauna and their natural habitats in Europe

  2. To protect endangered species of wild fauna and flora

  3. To promote the sustainable use of marine resources

  4. To address the issue of climate change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bern Convention aims to conserve wild flora and fauna and their natural habitats in Europe.

Which international agreement aims to protect the marine environment from pollution?

  1. International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

  2. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  3. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  4. Ramsar Convention on Wetlands


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MARPOL is an international convention that aims to prevent pollution of the marine environment from ships.

What is the purpose of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance, Especially as Waterfowl Habitat (Ramsar Convention)?

  1. To protect wetlands of international importance, especially those that provide habitat for waterfowl

  2. To protect endangered species of wild fauna and flora

  3. To promote the sustainable use of marine resources

  4. To address the issue of climate change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramsar Convention aims to protect wetlands of international importance, especially those that provide habitat for waterfowl.

Which international agreement aims to promote cooperation in the conservation and sustainable use of marine living resources?

  1. Convention on the Conservation and Management of Highly Migratory Fish Stocks

  2. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  3. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  4. Ramsar Convention on Wetlands


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Convention on the Conservation and Management of Highly Migratory Fish Stocks aims to promote cooperation in the conservation and sustainable use of marine living resources.

What is the purpose of the Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR)?

  1. To conserve Antarctic marine living resources

  2. To protect endangered species of wild fauna and flora

  3. To promote the sustainable use of marine resources

  4. To address the issue of climate change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CCAMLR aims to conserve Antarctic marine living resources and ensure their rational utilization.

Which international agreement aims to promote cooperation in the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity?

  1. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

  2. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

  3. Ramsar Convention on Wetlands

  4. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The CBD aims to promote cooperation in the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity.

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