United Nation Conference On Human Environment


 
 
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United Nation Conference On Human Environment

Human Environment

In 1968, the General Assembly decided to convene a United Nations Conference on the Human Environment to seek solutions to the many problems of pollution and other menaces to health.

Following extensive advance work, the conference was held in Stockholm in June 1972. The Plan includes a global monitoring programme called "Earthwatch", to identify and measure environmental problems of world importance and to warn against impending crises.

The United Nations Conference on Human Settlements (HABITAT) was held from 31 May to 2 June 1976

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Question : 1

Identify the correct statement:

Statement 1: The United Nations Conference on Human Settlements (HABITAT) in 1976 aimed to address the quality of life in human settlements.

Statement 2: World Environment Day, observed annually on June 5th, commemorates the opening day of the United Nations Water Conference.

 

 

Right Option : B
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Question : 2

Identify the correct statement

Statement 1: World Environment Day, observed on June 5th, was established to commemorate the anniversary of the opening day of the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in 1972.

Statement 2: The United Nations Conference on Human Settlements (HABITAT) held in 1976 resulted in the formation of "Earthwatch," a program focused on sustainable development.

 

Right Option : B
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Question : 3

Identify the correct statement

Statement 1: The United Nations Water Conference and the United Nations Conference on Desertification were both held in 1977.

Statement 2: The United Nations Conference on Human Settlements (HABITAT) took place in 1980 to address issues related to urban development.

 

 

Right Option : A
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