Question: 92. The historic Convention on Biological Diversity, ‘The Earth Summit’ was held in Rio de Janeiro in the year :
(1) 1986
(2) 2002
(3) 1985
(4) 1992
Answer: Option (4)
Explanation:
The Earth Summit, officially known as the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, was held at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
This summit led to the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity,
which aimed at the conservation of biodiversity, sustainable use of biological resources,
and fair sharing of benefits arising from genetic resources.
The Earth Summit took place in the year 1992.
Hence, the correct answer is Option (4).