Question

In which zone, limited human activity is permitted?

• A. Core zone
• B. Buffer zone
• C. Manipulation zone
• D. Restoration zone

Answer 1

The correct option is B Buffer zone

A biosphere reserve is divided into three zones: core, buffer and manipulation.

(i) Core Zone: in the core or natural zone human activity is not allowed. This area is legally protected and undisturbed ecosystem.

(ii) Buffer zone: the immediate surrounding area of core zone is the buffer zone. Here limited human activities live like research, education and research strategy is permitted.

(iii) Manipulation zone: manipulation or transition zone is the outermost or peripheral area of biosphere reserve where the human activities are allowed.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.