World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025

Current Context: The World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025, the 24th edition of this flagship event organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), was held from March 5 to March 7, 2025, at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi, India.

• Chaired by: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change.
• Theme: “Partnerships for Accelerating Sustainable Development and Climate Solutions.”
• Aim: To foster global collaborations for tackling climate change and achieving sustainable development goals.

Highlights:

• Discussions on India's net-zero emissions target by 2070.
• Launch of initiatives like the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment).
• Participation of global leaders, including the Prime Minister of Guyana and Brazil’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
• Emphasis on biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource management.

Question:

Q.1 What was the theme of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025?
a) “Towards a Greener Future”
b) “Net Zero Emissions: The Road Ahead”
c) “Partnerships for Accelerating Sustainable Development and Climate Solutions”
d) “Green Energy and Economic Growth”

Answer: c) The theme of World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025 is “Partnerships for Accelerating Sustainable Development and Climate Solutions.”