UPSC Prelims 2011·GS1·geography·ecology and environment

Which one of the following is not a site for in-situ method of conservation of flora?

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  1. ABiosphere Reserve
  2. BBotanical GardenCorrect
  3. CNational Park
  4. DWildlife Sanctuary

Explanation

The correct answer is B because conservation methods are divided into two types: in-situ and ex-situ. In-situ conservation involves protecting species within their natural habitats. Biosphere Reserves, National Parks, and Wildlife Sanctuaries are all examples of in-situ conservation because the flora and fauna are protected where they naturally live. Ex-situ conservation involves protecting species outside their natural habitats. A Botanical Garden is an ex-situ site because plants are taken from their original locations and grown in a controlled, man-made environment for research or preservation. Therefore, it is not an in-situ method.
geography: Which one of the following is not a site for in-situ method of conservation of flora?
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