Understanding the Kyoto Protocol and Its Goals

Very Easy Period 9: 1980–present Environmental Concerns

As concerns about climate change and environmental degradation have grown since the 1980s, various international and national accords have been established to address these issues. One of the most significant agreements was the Kyoto Protocol, which was adopted in 1997. This agreement aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions globally. Which of the following best describes the goal of the Kyoto Protocol?

To promote biodiversity conservation worldwide.

To mandate established emissions limits for developed countries.

To eliminate all nuclear weapons globally.

To provide new agricultural technologies to developing countries.

Hint

Submitted9.5K

Correct8.2K

% Correct87%