Instruments for Sustainable Development Policy Quiz

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What is the highest level at which policies are formulated?

Laws and regulations

Presidential decrees

Local ordinances

International treaties (correct)

Which term best describes Environmental Regulatory Instruments?

Economic incentives

Voluntary guidelines

Command and control approaches (correct)

'Hands-off' policies

What may Environmental Regulatory Instruments set for resource use in specific sectors of the economy?

Performance standards or extraction limits (correct)

Tax incentives

Subsidies for overuse

Free market principles

What is an example of an Environmental Regulatory Instrument according to the text?

Emission standards Signup and view all the answers

What might be specified in performance standards in the fisheries sector?

Maximum bycatch rate Signup and view all the answers

Which is a key step in the policy cycle mentioned in the text?

Develop Proposals Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the major challenges in achieving sustainable development?

Inadequate monitoring and enforcement of regulations Signup and view all the answers

What was the overall goal of the United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (UNDESD) initiative?

To integrate sustainable development principles into all aspects of education Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential role of education in driving sustainable development?

Providing financial incentives for sustainable practices Signup and view all the answers

How is Nigeria described in terms of its preparedness for crucial aspects of sustainable development?

Moaning, whining, and largely unprepared Signup and view all the answers

What example is given in the text to illustrate the reality of climate change?

Temperatures rose to about 49°C in parts of Canada Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, which of the following statements is true regarding education and sustainable development?

Education plays a pivotal role in driving sustainable development Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?

To identify and mitigate the potential environmental, social, and economic impacts of development projects before major decisions are made. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential impact of development projects in the given text?

Deforestation Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criticisms of environmental regulatory instruments?

There are implementation deficits, and they fail to achieve policy objectives. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about the effectiveness of environmental regulations in developed countries?

Despite stringent environmental regulations, the overall environmental record in developed countries remains poor. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential impact of development projects?

Increased greenhouse gas emissions Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criticisms of environmental regulatory instruments mentioned in the text?

The huge resources invested in regulatory programs had disappointing outcomes. Signup and view all the answers