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SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 48

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2020 - 14 Nov 2020 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q48

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Which state of India hosted the 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the Convention on the conservation of migratory species of wild animals (CMS)?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Gujarat.

  • The 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), an environmental treaty under the aegis of the United Nations Environment Programme, is going to be hosted by India from 15th to 22nd February, 2020 at Gandhinagar in Gujarat.
  • Representatives from 129 Parties and eminent conservationists and international NGOs working in the field of wildlife conservation are expected to attend the COP.
  • The theme of the conference was: “Migratory species connect the planet and we welcome them home.”
  • The logo for CMS COP13 drew inspiration from 'Kolam', a traditional decorative art form native to southern India.
  • The official mascot, “Gibi – The Great Indian Bustard,” represented a critically endangered bird species native to the Indian subcontinent. This bird holds the highest protection status under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, symbolizing India's commitment to safeguarding migratory species