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

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    Consider the following statements:
    1. The boundaries of a National Park are defined by legislation.
    2. A Biosphere Reserve is declared to conserve a few specific species of flora and fauna.
    3. In a Wildlife Sanctuary, limited biotic interference is permitted.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A) 1 only                           

    B) 2 and 3 only

    C) 1 and 3 only      

    D) 1, 2 and 3

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    The fix boundary of a National Park is escribed in the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The legislation states the actual area of the National Park which is notified by the state government. A biosphere reserve conserves an ecosystem and not just few specific species of plants and animals.


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