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

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2011 Prelims]

(a) Biosphere Reserve

(b) Botanical Garden

(c) National Park

(d) Wildlife Sanctuary


Answer: (b)

Explanation:

Conservation Method Definition Examples
In-Situ method Conservation of biodiversity in their natural habitats National parks, biosphere reserves, parks, sanctuaries
Ex-Situ method Conservation of biological diversity outside their natural habitats through different techniques Zoo, Captive breeding, Aquarium, Botanical garden, etc.

Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.

Consider the following statements:                                                                   The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:                                               

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Consider the following statements:                                                         The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:                                               

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