21 July 2026

India joins WTO fisheries subsidies agreement

The WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies is a specific, landmark multilateral treaty that directly involves India and relates to international trade governance and environmental sustainability.

Questions

1. The WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies represents a shift toward integrating environmental sustainability into global trade rules. Discuss the significance of this agreement for India's marine resources and its commitment to international trade norms. 150 words
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2. Examine the role of the World Trade Organization in regulating subsidies to ensure sustainable resource management. How does the prohibition of subsidies for illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing impact the socio-economic landscape of developing nations like India? 250 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following statements best describes the scope of the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies?

   1. A It focuses exclusively on the regulation of deep-sea mining and ocean floor exploration.
   2. B It covers all forms of aquaculture and inland water fishing activities.
   3. C It mandates the total elimination of all government subsidies for the agricultural sector.
   4. D It prohibits subsidies for marine wild capture fishing and fishing-related activities at sea.

2. The WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies was adopted at which of the following events?

   1. A 13th WTO Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi
   2. B 10th WTO Ministerial Conference in Nairobi
   3. C 11th WTO Ministerial Conference in Buenos Aires
   4. D 12th WTO Ministerial Conference in Geneva