Ramsar Convention — Mains Questions

Critically analyze the effectiveness of the Ramsar Convention in addressing the challenges of wetland degradation in India. Suggest measures to strengthen its implementation.

Discuss the significance of the Montreux Record. What lessons can India draw from the experience of its listed sites?

Examine the evolution of India's domestic legal and policy framework for wetland conservation, particularly focusing on the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017. How do these rules align with the Ramsar Convention's principles?