Question

As per the United Nations agenda for sustainable development adopted in September 2015, the number of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) _____ are year to achieve them is and the proposed target year to achieve them is ______.

• A. 15; 2035
• B. 17; 2030
• C. 20; 2050
• D. 18; 2047

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understand the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in September 2015 as part of its 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The SDGs are a set of 17 goals aimed at addressing global challenges, including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice. 
Step 2: Target year for achieving the SDGs. The proposed target year for achieving the 17 SDGs is 2030, as outlined in the 2030 Agenda. Step 3: Analyze the options. From the information: (1) Incorrect: The SDGs are 17, not 15, and the target year is not 2035. (2) Correct: The SDGs are 17, and the target year is 2030. (3) Incorrect: The SDGs are not 20, and the target year is not 2050. (4) Incorrect: The SDGs are not 18, and the target year is not 2047.