Long-Term Low Emissions Development Strategy envisions: a transition

Long-Term Low Emissions Development Strategy envisions:

a transition from fossil fuels in a just, smooth, sustainable manner.
increased use of bio-fuels.
climate resilient urban development.
financing of sustainable development through Green Bonds.

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[amp_mcq option1=”1 and 2 only” option2=”1, 2 and 3″ option3=”2 and 4 only” option4=”1, 3 and 4″ correct=”option2″]

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UPSC CDS-2 – 2024

The correct option is D, indicating that statements 1, 3, and 4 are correct regarding India’s Long-Term Low Emissions Development Strategy (LT-LEDS). The question asks about the vision envisioned by the strategy.

India submitted its LT-LEDS to the UNFCCC in November 2022. The strategy is guided by principles including climate justice, sustainable lifestyles (LiFE), equity, and common but differentiated responsibilities. Key components envisioned in the strategy include:
1. **Transition from fossil fuels:** A just, smooth, and sustainable transition is explicitly mentioned as a guiding principle and strategic approach.
3. **Climate resilient urban development:** Promoting low-carbon development in urban areas is identified as a strategic pillar. This involves shifting to energy-efficient buildings, sustainable transport, and waste management.
4. **Financing sustainable development:** Mobilizing climate finance is a crucial enabler. The strategy highlights the importance of domestic and international finance, including mechanisms like Green Bonds, to support the transition.

Statement 2, “increased use of bio-fuels,” is indeed part of the strategy, specifically under the pillar of promoting low-carbon transition in transport and energy. However, options provided suggest a combination of three statements. Statements 1, 3, and 4 represent broader strategic areas (overall transition principle, urban development, financing) compared to bio-fuels, which is a specific fuel type within the energy/transport transition. Based on the structure of common summaries of the LT-LEDS pillars, 1, 3, and 4 are frequently listed as distinct strategic areas or principles, making option D the most appropriate choice among the given combinations. Other pillars include promoting energy efficiency, increasing non-fossil fuel-based electricity generation, enhancing forest cover, and promoting the LiFE movement.

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