Kumud MishraAIR 69 · CSE 2024 · 173 wordsTheir whole copy
Opening · a definition
Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) treaty is also known as high seas treaty aimed at their conservation which constitute 40% of Earth's surface.
Body · points
Key provisions and significance of the BBNJ treaty:
Aims at protection of high seas which do not come under any country's jurisdiction.
In sync with 30x30 vision of Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity framework.
Aim of conservation of marine flora and fauna. Ex. the sea walrus, dolphins.
Ensures legal mandate under UNCLOS to fulfill the idea of 'safe seas' for humanity.
Benefits for India:
Recently India reflected its affirmation for signing and implementing the treaty.
It will help in protection of its areas beyond EEZ.
It will promote protection of its 7517 km coastline and marine population. Ex. Olive Ridley turtles.
It is in sync with India LIFE and Panchamrit vision to save global environment.
It will reflect India as a responsible leader for protecting high seas.
Close · a summary
Thus, the global commons like high seas needs to be protected for global environmental justice.
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