87. According to UNCCD (United Nations convention to combat desertification) desertification means
i. spread or expansion of deserts
ii. Land degradation in the drylands
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) ii only

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b) i only

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The correct option is A a) ii only

Answer-a

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification in Those Countries Experiencing Serious Drought and/or Desertification, Particularly in Africa (UNCCD) is a Convention to combat desertification and mitigate the effects of drought through national action programs that incorporate long-term strategies supported by international cooperation and partnership arrangements.

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87. According to UNCCD (United Nations convention to combat desertification) desertification means i. spread or expansion of deserts ii. Land degradation in the drylands Which of the above statements is/are correct?

87. According to UNCCD (United Nations convention to combat desertification) desertification means
i. spread or expansion of deserts
ii. Land degradation in the drylands
Which of the above statements is/are correct?