Which convention, ratified in 1998, attempts to safeguard the environment and human health by encouraging shared accountability in the global trade of pesticides and hazardous chemicals?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Rotterdam Convention
Explanation:
· The Rotterdam Convention (1998) promotes shared responsibility in the international trade of hazardous pesticides and industrial chemicals.
· It requires prior informed consent (PIC) before exporting chemicals, ensuring transparency and safety.
· It protects both environment and public health from improper chemical use.
· India is a party to this convention, using it to regulate import/export of hazardous substances.
· It complements the Basel and Stockholm Conventions under global chemical governance.
Information Booster:
• The PIC procedure helps countries refuse or restrict harmful chemical imports.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
Basel Convention (Option a)
· Focuses on hazardous waste movement, not pesticide trade.
Paris Agreement (Option b)
· Deals with climate change, not chemicals.
Stockholm Convention (Option c)
· Controls persistent organic pollutants (POPs).