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How many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by India in September 2015 as a part of the resolution, Transforming Our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development"?

How many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by India in September 2015 as a part of the resolution, Transforming Our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development"? Correct Answer 17

The correct answer is 17.

Key Points

  • The Agenda for 2030 Sustainable Development was set at the 70th meeting of the United Nations General Assembly in 2015.
  • It was approved by 193 member countries at the United Nations General Assembly Summit.
  • 17 development targets have been set by member states under the agenda.
  • This agenda has come into effect from 1st January 2016.
  • The main objective of the SDGs is to completely eradicate poverty from the world and establish social justice and full equality.
  • The principle of the global agenda for 2030 is the principle of universality: 'Leave No One Behind'.

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