Question

What is the full form of CBDR?

• A. Common but Diverse Responsibilities
• B. Common but Differentiated Responsibilities
• C. Crucial but Differentiated Responsibilities
• D. Crucial but Diverse Responsibilities

Answer 1

The correct option is B Common but Differentiated Responsibilities

CBDR stands for Common but Differentiated Responsibilities. This principle recognises that developed countries' growth has been achieved at the cost of higher levels of CO2 emissions. Hence, they now need to take a greater share of responsibility while addressing climate change.