Question

Choose the correct option-

All of the following are included in “Ex-situ conservation” except?

• A. Seed banks
• B. Wildlife safari parks
• C. Sacred groves
• D. Botanical gardens

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Sacred groves

The correct option is C.

Explanation of correct option

1. Sacred groves refer to areas of untouched virgin forests which is protected by local inhabitants based on their religious and cultural beliefs.
2. Sarpa Kavu is an example of a sacred grove in Kerala.
3. In-situ conservation refers to the maintenance of ecosystems in their natural habitats and surroundings.
4. The sacred grove is an example of in situ conservation.

Explanation of incorrect option

Option A:

1. Ex-situ conservation refers to the protection of a particular species, breed, or variety outside its natural habitat.
2. Seed banks are used to store seeds across varying genetic diversity to be retrieved in the future.
3. These places are safe from radiation, floods, bombing, and other calamities. It is an example of ex-situ conservation.
4. The Svalbard Seed Bank consists of various seeds which can be used after a catastrophic event for repopulation.

Option B

1. Wildlife safari parks are used to protect threatened plants and animals which are taken out from their natural habitats.
2. It is an example of ex-situ conservation.
3. Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan is an example of a wildlife safari park.

Option D

1. Botanical gardens refer to the conservation of plants away from their natural habitat.
2. It is an example of ex-situ conservation.
3. National Botanical Garden in Lucknow is an example of a botanical garden.

Final answer: Sacred grove is an example of in-situ conservation.