What is National conservation strategy of Pakistan?
The Pakistan National Conservation Strategy (NCS) is the primary document designed to encourage sustainable development, conserve natural resources, and improve efficiency in the use and management of resources.
When did IUCN World Conservation Strategy start?
1980
In 1980, IUCN – in partnership with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) – published the World Conservation Strategy, a ground-breaking document which helped define the concept of ‘sustainable development’ and shaped the global conservation and sustainable development agenda.
Who launched World Conservation Strategy?
The world conservation strategy was launched in 35 countries simultaneously on 5 March 1980, by International Union for conservation of Nature and Natural resources (IUCN).
When was World Conservation Strategy formed?
The World Conservation Strategy of 1980 is the first international document on living resource conservation produced with inputs from governments, non-governmental organizations, and other experts.
What is the National conservation Strategy and Policy Statement?
It is an expression of India’s commitment for reorienting policies and action in unison with the environmental perspective. It talks about the nature and dimensions of the environmental problems, actions taken in response to the problems and lists out priorities and strategies for action.
What steps has been taken by Pakistan to conserve biodiversity?
Protected Areas System has been established for in-situ conservation of biodiversity in the country. Pakistan Environmental Protection Act 1997 provides legal protection to the overall environment in Pakistan. A number of other laws do exist relating to conservation of various components of biodiversity.
Where are IUCN and WWF based?
Switzerland
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, today welcomed WWF International to its new office space at the IUCN Conservation Centre in Switzerland. “We are delighted to have our Member WWF International move its offices to the IUCN Conservation Centre,” says IUCN Director General Inger Andersen.
What is full form of WWF?
WWF stands for World Wide Fund for Nature. It was originally known as the World Wildlife Fund, but in 1986 it was changed to highlight the full scope of its work.
What is published by IUCN?
IUCN has one of the world’s most comprehensive ranges of authoritative publications, reports, guidelines and databases for conservation and sustainable development. We publish or co-author more than 100 books and major assessments every year, along with hundreds of other reports, documents and guidelines.
In which year was the national conservation policy enacted by the central government?
The 1988 National Forest Policy had conservation as its fundamental principle. In addition to these acts, the government passed the Environment (Protection) Act 1986 and Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act 1992 for control of biodiversity.