Question

Choose the in-situ conservation methods from the following:
I. Sanctuary
II. Cryopreservation
III. Sacred groves
IV. Gene banks
V. National parks
VI. In-vitro culture

• A. I, III, V
• B. II, IV, VI
• C. I, II, VI
• D. III, V, VI

Hint:

In-situ = natural habitat protection; ex-situ = outside natural habitat. Remember the distinction clearly: if the method preserves plants/animals in their native environment, it is in-situ.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

In-situ conservation refers to the protection of species in their natural habitats. Examples include Sanctuaries, Sacred groves, and National parks. Ex-situ conservation involves outside habitats, e.g., Cryopreservation, Gene banks, and In-vitro culture. Hence, correct in-situ methods are I, III, V.