MCQs - 2026-04

The Loss and Damage fund is designed to provide financial assistance to developing countries that are already experiencing severe and irreversible impacts of climate change.

The key areas of focus for COP31 are climate finance and the operationalization of the Loss and Damage fund.

COP is the abbreviation for Conference of the Parties, the supreme decision-making body of the UNFCCC.

A prolonged crisis in Myanmar risks a worsening humanitarian situation and potential spillover effects on regional security, including increased refugee movements.

ASEAN's long-standing principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of member states complicates its ability to exert pressure on the Myanmar junta.

The 'Five-Point Consensus' outlines a framework for resolving the Myanmar crisis, including an immediate cessation of violence, constructive dialogue, mediation, humanitarian assistance, and a visit by the ASEAN envoy.

The emergency summit was specifically called to discuss the escalating political and humanitarian crisis in Myanmar.

India is not a member of ASEAN. The member states are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

A key aspect of Resolution 2875 is the call for the protection of humanitarian workers and the facilities they operate from.

Russia abstained from the vote on Resolution 2875, while 14 members voted in favour.