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Question
Explain any two areas of global environmental issues which are addressed by GEF.
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Solution
The GEF's top priority areas include:
- Biodiversity
- Climate change
- International waters
- Ozone depletion
- Land degradation
- Persistent Organic Pollutants
Areas of global environmental issues which is addressed by GEF are:
- The GEF is sponsoring an initiative to combat the illegal wildlife trade. The wildlife trade is a key cause of the spread of zoonotic illnesses.
- To improve the management of transboundary freshwater resources and extensive marine habitats, GEF has launched its International Waters programme. It has also funded initiatives that bring various environmental benefits.
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GEF work focuses on:
Match each item in Column I with one item in Column II and choose the correct answer:
| Column I | Column II | ||
| 1. | Montreal Protocol | A. | Empowerment of women |
| 2. | Cairo Conference | B. | Protection of animals |
| 3. | Global Environmental Facility | C. | Funds for climate change |
| 4. | Cities | D. | Ozone depleted substances |
The figure given alongside refers to a major International Conference on the environment. This was held in ______.
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