FCTC FREE FCTC Knowledge Question and Answers 5

Question 1

Under the FCTC, parties are required to submit reports on implementation to the Conference of the Parties. How frequently must these reports be submitted?

Accepted Answer

Periodically, as determined by the COP

Answer

Article 21 requires parties to submit implementation reports periodically, with the frequency determined by the Conference of the Parties.

Question 2

Article 9 of the FCTC addresses which aspect of tobacco product regulation?

Accepted Answer

Regulation of the contents of tobacco products

Answer

Article 9 requires parties to adopt measures for testing, measuring, and regulating the contents and emissions of tobacco products.

Question 3

Which FCTC article requires parties to adopt and implement comprehensive bans on tobacco advertising, promotion, and sponsorship?

Accepted Answer

Article 13

Answer

Article 13 of the FCTC requires parties to undertake comprehensive bans on all tobacco advertising, promotion, and sponsorship.

Question 4

The FCTC came into force in February 2005. How many countries ratified it within the first year, enabling it to enter into force?

Accepted Answer

57 countries

Answer

The FCTC entered into force after 40 countries ratified it, but by February 2005 it had 57 parties, making it one of the fastest-ratified UN treaties.

Question 5

FCTC Article 8 requires parties to adopt measures providing protection from exposure to tobacco smoke. Where does this protection apply?

Accepted Answer

In indoor workplaces, public transport, and indoor public places

Answer

Article 8 mandates protection from secondhand smoke in indoor workplaces, public transport, indoor public places, and as appropriate other public places.

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