CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Q. India, along with which country, agreed on ‘Roadmap on Blue Economy and Ocean Governance’? Notes: India and France have agreed on a Roadmap on Blue Economy and Ocean Governance. The agreement aims to contribute to scientific knowledge and ocean conservation and ensure that the ocean remains a global common.

Detailed explanation-2: -A draft policy framework on India’s Blue Economy has been prepared. The draft Blue Economy policy framework envisages the optimal utilization of all sectors of the maritime domain, (living, non-living resources, tourism, ocean energy, etc.) for sustainable development of coastal areas.