UPSC | Prelims GS | 2026

With reference to the Fund for responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD), consider the following statements: 1. It was established at COP27. 2. Its operational mechanism was agreed at COP28. 3. It is intended to assist vulnerable developing countries facing climate-related losses. Which are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer

Correct Answer

1, 2 and 3

Explanation

All three are correct. The article states that the FRLD was established at COP27 in 2022, its operational mechanism was agreed at COP28, and it supports vulnerable developing countries dealing with economic and non-economic losses from climate change. The other options omit one or more correctly stated features.

Topics: climate finance, environment, frld, loss and damage