India submits first National Report on the Nagoya Protocol
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What happened
- On 27 February 2026, MoEFCC with NBA submitted India’s 1st National Report on implementing the Nagoya Protocol on ABS to the CBD Secretariat, under Article 29 [PIB].
- It covers 1 November 2017 to 31 December 2025 and contributes to Target 13 of India’s updated NBSAP [PIB].
Background
- The Nagoya Protocol (2010, in force 2014) governs access to genetic resources and fair sharing of their benefits; India implements it through the Biological Diversity Act.
Why it matters
- ABS compliance shows how fairly bio-resources are being used.
How to use this in Mains
- As per PIB (2026-03-16): on 27 February 2026, MoEFCC with NBA submitted India's 1st National Report on implementing the Nagoya Protocol on ABS to the CBD Secretariat, under Article 29.
- ABS compliance shows how fairly bio-resources are being used.
Quotable data pointIt covers 1 November 2017 to 31 December 2025 and contributes to Target 13 of India's updated NBSAP.
PIB: MoEFCC: Nagoya Protocol national report, 16 Mar 2026
Exam angle
UPSC
Prelims: Nagoya Protocol.
Practice MCQs
Original practice questions (not PYQs).
Practice · UPSC
Nagoya Protocol deals with
Answer (b) & explanation
PIB.
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Parent convention
Answer (b) & explanation
PIB.
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India's interim report submitted
Answer (b) & explanation
PIB.
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Official source: PIB: MoEFCC: Nagoya Protocol national report, 16 Mar 2026
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