world_organizations hard MCQ

Which ISA body is responsible for approving plans of work for exploration and exploitation of mineral resources in the Area, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and benefit-sharing obligations?

  1. Assembly
  2. Council
  3. Legal and Technical Commission
  4. Finance Committee

Answer: Council

The Council, ISA's executive organ with 36 elected members, reviews and approves work plans submitted by contractors. It ensures activities adhere to UNCLOS, ISA regulations, and the common heritage principle, balancing resource development with environmental protection and equitable benefit distribution.

Topic International Seabed Authority
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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