Question

1. Role of UN in controlling pollution.
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Answer 1

Explanation:

The Third United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-3)

Reducing air pollution. Improving water quality data and monitoring. Preventing marine litter and microplastics.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), established in 1972, addresses environmental issues at the global and regional level for the United Nations. UNEP’s mission is “to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.”

To accomplish its mission, UNEP:

assesses environmental conditions and trends at the global, regional and national levels;

develops international agreements and national environmental instruments; and

strengthens institutions for wise environmental management