Biosphere Reserves and UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme
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What is the purpose of the formation of biosphere reserves?

  • To conserve all forms of life and its support system (correct)
  • To establish sites recognized under UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme
  • To serve as a referral system for monitoring and evaluating changes in natural ecosystems
  • To promote sustainable development based on local community efforts
  • When was the programme of Biosphere Reserve initiated by UNESCO?

  • 1979
  • 1983
  • 1986
  • 1971 (correct)
  • How many biosphere reserves are there in India as of December 2023?

  • 15
  • 20
  • 10
  • 18 (correct)
  • What is the total number of biosphere reserves across the world as of now?

    <p>631</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization recognizes biosphere reserves under its programme?

    <p>UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biosphere reserve covers parts of Khangchendzonga hills and Sikkim?

    <p>Khangchendzonga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which biosphere reserve are Neyyar, Peppara and Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuaries located?

    <p>Agasthyamalai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biosphere reserve is part of Mayurbhanj district in Orissa?

    <p>Simlipal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The biosphere reserve covering Pin Valley National Park and surroundings, Chandratal, and Sarchu&Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary is:

    <p>Cold Desert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biosphere reserve falls within the Southern most islands of Andaman And Nicobar (A&N Islands)?

    <p>Great Nicobar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) located?

    <p>Washington DC, United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which city is the headquarters of the World Health Organisation (WHO) situated?

    <p>Geneva, Switzerland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can the headquarters of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) be found?

    <p>Brussels, Belgium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) headquartered?

    <p>Vienna, Austria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) headquartered?

    <p>London, United Kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the headquarters of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) located?

    <p>Paris, France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which city is the Worldwide Fund for Nature headquartered?

    <p>Gland, Switzerland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can the headquarters of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) be found?

    <p>Gland, Switzerland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which city is the International Olympic Committee headquartered?

    <p>Lausanne, Switzerland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the headquarters of Transparency International located?

    <p>Berlin, Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Biosphere Reserves

    • Formation of biosphere reserves aims to promote conservation of biodiversity, research, and sustainable development.
    • UNESCO initiated the Biosphere Reserve program in 1971 to create a global network for conservation efforts.

    Biosphere Reserves in India

    • As of December 2023, India has 18 biosphere reserves recognized by UNESCO.
    • The Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve spans parts of Khangchendzonga hills and Sikkim.

    Wildlife Sanctuaries in Biosphere Reserves

    • The Neyyar, Peppara, and Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuaries are located within the Neyyar Biosphere Reserve.
    • The Similipal Biosphere Reserve, part of Mayurbhanj district in Orissa, is also significant for biodiversity.

    Notable Biosphere Reserves

    • Pin Valley Biosphere Reserve includes Pin Valley National Park, Chandratal, Sarchu, and Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary.
    • The Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve encompasses the southernmost islands of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

    International Organizations Headquarters

    • The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is headquartered in Washington, D.C..
    • The World Health Organization (WHO) headquarters is situated in Geneva, Switzerland.
    • The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) has its headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.
    • The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is based in Vienna, Austria.
    • The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) is also located in London, United Kingdom.
    • The headquarters of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is in Paris, France.
    • The Worldwide Fund for Nature is headquartered in Gland, Switzerland.
    • The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is located in Gland, Switzerland.
    • The International Olympic Committee has its headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland.
    • Transparency International is also headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

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