Question

Which of the following statement for biosphere reserve is incorrect?

• A. They are meant for preserving genetic diversity in representative ecosystem.
• B. They are also notified as national parks.
• C. Transition zone is legally protected as undisturbed ecosystem.
• D. Important in conservation, development, scientific research and monitoring.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

• A biosphere reserve is a unique protected area which is different from a national park because:-
  

1) It is meant for the conservation of genetic resources, species and the ecosystem.
2) It helps in scientific research.

3) It also helps to promote sustainable development.

• National parks are primarily for the conservation of species and secondarily for scientific research.
• Biosphere reserve has three zones namely core area (includes protected areas), a buffer zone (surrounds and protects the core area) and transition zone (the large outer area where people live and work and use the natural resources of that area).
  
• So, the correct answer is 'The transition zone is legally protected as undisturbed ecosystem'.