Question

Which one of the following statements is true about a biosphere reserve?

• A. It is a protected area where only endemic species live.
• B. It is meant only for the conservation of plants and animals.
• C. It is meant to conserve both, the biodiversity and the culture of that area.
• D. There are no other protected area within its limits.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Biosphere reserves are large protected areas that protect the plants and animals of those areas. Not only plants and animals, but biosphere reserves also grant protection to various human communities living in these areas along with their way of living (culture). So, the correct answer is 'It is meant to conserve both, the biodiversity and the culture of that area'.