Question
Consider the following statements in relation to
Biosphere Reserves: 1. Initiated by UNESCO in 1973-74 under its Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme 2. National Man and Biosphere (MAB) Committee identifies and recommends potential sites for designation as Biosphere Reserves 3. 18 Biosphere Reserves have been included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves of UNESCO Which of the following statements is/are correct?Solution
Statement 3 is incorrect. The idea of ‘Biosphere Reserves’ was initiated by UNESCO in 1973-74 under its Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme. The Indian National Man and Biosphere (MAB) Committee identifies and recommends potential sites for designation as Biosphere Reserves, following UNESCO’s guidelines and criteria. Out of 18 Biosphere Reserves, 10 Biosphere Reserves have been included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves of UNESCO.
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