Question:
Statement I: The withdrawal of USA from Paris Agreement in 2025 will strengthen global climate action momentum.
Statement II: India has indicated a shift in its climate change approach by focusing less on adaptation rather than mitigation.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
- (A) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C) Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect
- (D) Statement I is incorrect and Statement II is correct
Answer:
Correct Answer: (B) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
Explanation:
Statement I is incorrect: The withdrawal of the USA from the Paris Agreement would weaken global climate momentum by reducing commitment from one of the world’s major polluters.
Statement II is also incorrect: India’s climate policy has recently emphasized more on adaptation, such as strengthening climate-resilient infrastructure and agriculture, not less. This marks a shift toward balancing mitigation with adaptation strategies.