UPSC Geography Soil Question Bank Soil, Natural Vegetation, Wildlife and Agriculture of India

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    Consider the following statements
    1. National parks are a special category of protected areas of land and sea coasts where people are an integral part of the system.
    2. Sanctuaries are concerned with conservation of particular species.
    3. Biosphere reserves are connected with the habitat of a particular wild animal.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A) 1, 2 and 3                   

    B) Only 2

    C) 1 and 2                       

    D) 1 and 3

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    National Park an area of countryside, or occasionally sea or fresh water, protected by the state for the enjoyment of the general public or the preservation of wildlife. An animal sanctuary is a facility where animals are brought to live and be protected for the rest of their lives. A biosphere reserve is an area of land or water that is protected by law in order to support the conservation of ecosystems, as well as the sustainability of mankind's impact on the environment Not Available


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