Question

Select the Biosphere Reserve(s) in India which is/are listed in the 'Man and the Biosphere' program of UNESCO.

• A. Sunderban
• B. Sena Oura
• C. Majang Forest
• D. Gulf of Mannar

Hint:

India has 12 UNESCO-recognized Biosphere Reserves (e.g., Nilgiri, Sunderban, Gulf of Mannar, Great Nicobar, etc.). Always distinguish Indian reserves from international ones.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A, D

Step 1: Understanding UNESCO MAB program.
The UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) programme recognizes ecologically important areas worldwide as part of its World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR). India has several such reserves.

Step 2: Check each option.
- (A) Sunderban: Located in West Bengal, home of the Royal Bengal Tiger, mangrove ecosystem. Listed under UNESCO MAB. ✓
- (B) Sena Oura: Located in Chad (Africa), not in India. ✗
- (C) Majang Forest: Located in Ethiopia, not in India. ✗
- (D) Gulf of Mannar: Located in Tamil Nadu, India. Famous for coral reefs and seagrass beds. Listed under UNESCO MAB. ✓

Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct Indian UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in the list are: \[ \text{Sunderban and Gulf of Mannar} \]

Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(A) Sunderban, (D) Gulf of Mannar}} \]