Question

Consider the following biosphere reserves:

1.Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve

2.Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve

3.Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve

Which of the above is/are included in the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR)?

• A. 1 & 2 Only
• B. 3 Only
• C. 2 & 3 Only
• D. 1, 2 & 3

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 1, 2 & 3

The Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve was included in the list in year 2013. Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve became part of World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 2016. Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve was included in the list in year 2001.