The International Solar Alliance was conceptualized on the sidelines of which…
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The International Solar Alliance was conceptualized on the sidelines of which conference?
Answer: A. COP 21 — ConceptGlobal environmental initiatives are often announced alongside the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conferences of the…
- A.
COP 21
- B.
COP 22
- C.
COP 23
- D.
COP 24
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Correct answer: A
Concept
Global environmental initiatives are often announced alongside the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conferences of the Parties (COPs).
Identifying such an initiative requires matching its launch year and venue with the corresponding COP.
Application
The International Solar Alliance was jointly launched by India and France in Paris on 30 November 2015, during the Paris climate conference. The Paris conference was COP 21.
Contrast
COP 22 followed in Marrakesh in 2016 and focused on implementing the Paris Agreement.
COP 23 took place in Bonn in 2017 and advanced the Paris Agreement work programme.
COP 24 took place in Katowice in 2018 and adopted the Katowice climate package.
Cross-check
COP 21 ran in Paris from 30 November to 12 December 2015, so the launch date and venue align with COP 21. Therefore, the answer is COP 21.