UPSC Prelims 2014·GS1·geography·ecology and environment

If a wetland of international importance is brought under the 'Montreux Record', what does it imply?

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  1. AChanges in ecological character have occurred, are occurring or are likely to occur in the wetland as a result of human interferenceCorrect
  2. BThe country in which the wetland is located should enact a law to prohibit any human activity within five kilometres from the edge of the wetland
  3. CThe survival of the wetland depends on the cultural practices and traditions of certain communities living in its vicinity and therefore the cultural diversity therein should not be destroyed
  4. DIt is given the status of 'World Heritage Site'

Explanation

The Montreux Record is a register of wetland sites on the List of Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Sites) where changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring, or are likely to occur as a result of technological developments, pollution, or other human interference. It is maintained as part of the Ramsar List.

Option A precisely describes the implication of a wetland being brought under the Montreux Record. The purpose of listing a site in the Montreux Record is to highlight such threats and to encourage national and international cooperation to address them.

Options B, C, and D are incorrect. The Montreux Record does not impose legal restrictions on human activity within a certain radius (B), nor does it primarily concern cultural practices and traditions (C), nor is it equivalent to being granted 'World Heritage Site' status (D), although some sites might hold both designations independently.

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