current affairs MCQ #10647

During a Model UN exercise, a student representing Pakistan argues that the country's greenhouse gas emissions are negligible in global terms. The student presents a statistic to back this claim. According to widely cited climate data, approximately what percentage of global cumulative greenhouse gas emissions has Pakistan historically contributed?

current affairs MCQ #10647

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During a Model UN exercise, a student representing Pakistan argues that the country's greenhouse gas emissions are negligible in global terms. The student presents a statistic to back this claim. According to widely cited climate data, approximately what percentage of global cumulative greenhouse gas emissions has Pakistan historically contributed?

    • A) Approximately 8% of global emissions, similar to the European Union's share
    • B) Less than 1% of global cumulative greenhouse gas emissions despite being among the world's most climate-vulnerable nations
    • C) Approximately 3% of global emissions, comparable to Germany's annual contribution
    • D) Approximately 15% of global emissions when including methane from agriculture and livestock

    Answer: Less than 1% of global cumulative greenhouse gas emissions despite being among the world's most climate-vulnerable nations

    Explanation: Pakistan has contributed less than 1% of global cumulative greenhouse gas emissions since industrialisation, yet consistently ranks among the top ten most climate-vulnerable nations in the world. This stark disparity between minimal historical responsibility and severe climate impact is central to Pakistan's climate justice arguments at international forums.