23) Intl Day for Biological Diversity Flashcards
1
Q
When is it celebrated ?
A
22nd May
2
Q
Theme for 2020 ?
A
“Our Solutions are in Nature”
3
Q
When was it first celebrated ?
A
In 1993 by UNGA to mark the adoption of Convention of Biological Diversity
4
Q
CBD details ?
A
Signed at 1993 Rio Earth Summit
196 parties
Legally binding treaty
5
Q
What are the 2 protocols under CBD ?
A
1) Cartagena protocol (2003) – Safe handling , transport and use of Living Modified Organisms (LMOs) resulting from modern biotechnology that may have adverse effects
2) Nagoya protocol (2014) – Sharing benefits arising from utilization of genetic resources in a fair and equitable manner
