UPSC 2014EnvironmentModerate

If a wetland of international importance is brought under the 'Montreux Record', what does it imply?

a
Changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring or are likely to occur in the wetland as a result of human interference
b
The country in which the wetland is located should enact a law to prohibit any human activity within five kilometres from the edge of the wetland
c
The survival of the wetland depends on the cultural practices and traditions of certain communities living in its vicinity and therefore the cultural diversity therein should not be destroyed
d
It is given the status of 'World Heritage Site'
Wetlands ConservationRamsar Convention & Montreux RecordMontreux RecordRamsar Conventionwetland of international importanceecological characterhuman interferenceecological degradationconservation status

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