Question 271
The phenomenon of “saltwater intrusion” due to sea-level rise poses a major threat to what resources in the coastal areas of Sindh?
- Oil and gas reserves
- Freshwater aquifers and agricultural land
- Sand and gravel for construction
- Historical and cultural sites
Answer: Freshwater aquifers and agricultural land
Question 272
The principle of “Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities” (CBDR-RC) in climate negotiations acknowledges that:
- All countries must take identical actions to combat climate change
- Only developing countries have a responsibility to act
- While all countries share the responsibility, developed nations have a greater role due to their historical emissions and greater capacity
- Climate change is a problem for future generations to solve
Answer: While all countries share the responsibility, developed nations have a greater role due to their historical emissions and greater capacity
Question 273
How can climate change exacerbate existing social and economic inequalities?
- By providing equal opportunities for everyone to adapt
- By disproportionately impacting poor and marginalized communities who have the least capacity to cope
- By making everyone wealthier through new green jobs
- By lowering the cost of living for all
Answer: By disproportionately impacting poor and marginalized communities who have the least capacity to cope
Question 274
Reforestation, mangrove restoration, and green infrastructure in cities are all examples of what approach to addressing climate change?
- Geo-engineering solutions
- Technological solutions
- Nature-Based Solutions
- Fossil fuel-based solutions
Answer: Nature-Based Solutions
Question 275
Pakistan’s “Vision 2025” national development plan explicitly includes key goals related to:
- Expanding coal power generation
- Increasing the national vehicle fleet
- Climate change resilience and water security
- Promoting single-use plastics
Answer: Climate change resilience and water security
