India has approved new climate targets for the 2031–2035 period to strengthen its commitment to climate action. The plan focuses on reducing emissions intensity, expanding renewable energy capacity, and increasing forest cover. These targets align with global climate agreements and aim to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. The decision reflects India’s long-term strategy to meet net-zero goals while contributing to global climate mitigation efforts.
India approved new climate targets for the 2031–2035 period in March 2026. This step strengthens India’s commitment to global climate action under international agreements.
India aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070. These new targets act as an intermediate step towards that goal. The plan aligns with the Paris Agreement and India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
India had earlier committed to reducing emissions intensity and increasing non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. The new targets extend this roadmap beyond 2030.
The targets will help India transition to a low-carbon economy while maintaining economic growth.
1.India’s net-zero emissions target year is:
A) 2050
B) 2060
C) 2070
D) 2080
Answer: C
2.Emissions intensity refers to:
A) Total emissions
B) Emissions per GDP unit
C) Per capita emissions
D) Industrial emissions only
Answer: B
3.NDCs are related to:
A) WTO
B) IMF
C) Paris Agreement
D) UNDP
Answer: C
4.Carbon sinks mainly include:
A) Oceans and forests
B) Industries
C) Vehicles
D) Cities
Answer: A
5.Renewable energy source among the following is:
A) Coal
B) Petroleum
C) Solar
D) Natural Gas
Answer: C
1. What is the main objective of the Paris Agreement?
Answer: To limit global temperature rise below 2°C above pre-industrial levels
2. What does net-zero emissions mean?
Answer: Balancing greenhouse gas emissions with removal
Students often confuse total emissions with emissions intensity. Both are different concepts.
Focus on NDCs, net-zero targets, and India’s climate commitments in international agreements.