Multiple choice

Which among the following conventions was adopted to limit the use of toxic chemicals in an effort to protect developing countries from the unscrupulous trade in hazardous substances and pesticides?

  1. Montreal Convention

  2. The Hague Convention

  3. Rotterdam Convention

  4. Basel Convention
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Rotterdam Convention (1998) specifically addresses hazardous chemicals and pesticides trade, requiring informed consent from importing countries. Montreal Convention is about ozone-depleting substances, Basel Convention is about hazardous waste transport, and Hague Convention covers various international agreements.

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