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India abstained in a United Nations
General Assembly (UNGA) resolution on climate change obligations
¨ India abstained on 20 May
2026 in a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution on climate change
obligations.
¨ The resolution was
adopted with 141 votes in favour, 8 against, and 28 abstentions.
¨ The resolution referred
to the July 2025 advisory opinion issued by the International Court of Justice
on states’ legal obligations regarding climate change.
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The United Nations
General Assembly is the main deliberative body of the United Nations.
¨
UNGA adopts resolutions
on international issues and global policies.
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UNGA resolutions are
generally non-binding but reflect the position of member states on
international law and policy matters.
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The International Court
of Justice is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
¨
ICJ issues advisory
opinions on legal questions referred by UN bodies.
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In July 2025, the ICJ
issued an advisory opinion on climate change obligations of states.
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This advisory opinion was
cited in the UNGA resolution adopted on 20 May 2026.
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The United Nations
Framework Convention on Climate Change is the core multilateral treaty for
climate negotiations.
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It was adopted in 1992
and came into force in 1994.
¨ The principle of “Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR)” is a recognised principle under the UNFCCC framework.
¨ CBDR is used in negotiations related to emissions, climate finance, and adaptation responsibilities.
