The agreement reached in Paris last December by almost 200 countries aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by transitioning away from fossil fuels in order to limit global warming to less than two degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial levels. However, in order for the agreement to take effect, it must be officially ratified by countries representing at least 55 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions. A spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General urged all parties to expedite their internal processes to join the agreement this year. The European Union is expected to finalize the joint ratification of the pact next week, surpassing the 55 percent threshold and putting the agreement into effect before the upcoming climate talks in Morocco in November. The approval of the United States and China last month provided further support for the Paris agreement. The United States' participation in the deal is a major concern, especially with the upcoming presidential election. It is suggested that sealing the agreement before the election on Nov 8 would make it more difficult to challenge if Donald Trump, who is against it, wins over Hillary Clinton. President Obama praised India's ratification on Twitter, linking it to Mahatma Gandhi's vision of a better world for future generations. India had pushed for further work on the agreement before ratifying it, emphasizing the need for detailed guidelines and rules for its implementation. The ministry expressed disapproval towards developed countries for their extravagant lifestyles and high carbon footprints. It emphasized the importance of addressing key issues like finance and technology transfer at the upcoming meeting in Marrakesh, where India will push for developed countries to take more action. India plans to demand a concrete roadmap from developed countries at the meeting in Morocco.