Which of the following document was submitted by Government of India before COP21 in Paris?

Question

Which of the following document was submitted by Government of India before COP21 in Paris?

1. A. Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (Correct answer)
2. B. Climate Change and Determined Nation
3. C. Collective Contribution and Rejuvenate Nature
4. D. Nation's Intention and purpose for Revitalization

Correct Answer

Option A — Intended Nationally Determined Contribution

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Intended Nationally Determined Contribution.

Key Points

• Before the COP21 climate summit in Paris (2015), each country was required to submit its planned climate action -- called the Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC).
• India submitted its INDC to the UNFCCC on October 2, 2015, outlining targets such as reducing the emissions intensity of GDP by 33-35% below 2005 levels by 2030, achieving 40% of installed power from non-fossil sources, and creating an additional carbon sink of 2.5-3 billion tonnes through forests.