The concept of 'Common but Differentiated Responsibilities' in international environmental law means that: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Common but Differentiated Responsibilities' in international environmental law means that:
A. All countries share responsibility for environmental protection but the nature and extent of obligations differ according to capabilities and historical contributions
B. Only developed countries have any responsibility
C. All countries have identical obligations
D. Only developing countries have responsibility
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The principle of common but differentiated responsibilities recognises that while all states are responsible for addressing global environmental problems, their respective obligations differ according to their capacities and their historical contributions to the problem.

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The 'Laffer curve' was popularized by which economist?
A. John Maynard Keynes
B. Paul Samuelson
C. Arthur Laffer
D. Milton Friedman

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Laffer curve was popularized by Arthur Laffer.

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The concept of 'Liquidity Trap' is most relevant when:
A. Nominal interest rates are close to zero and money demand is perfectly elastic
B. Money demand is interest-inelastic
C. The economy is at full employment with high inflation
D. Interest rates are very high

Correct Answer: Option A


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A. promote tourism
B. build roads
C. provide housing
D. modernize the power grid

Correct Answer: Option D


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