Question

Q. Which of the following is not included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR) under the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme?

• A. Gir National Park
• B. Nilgiri Tiger Reserve
• C. Achanakmar-Amarkantak
• D. Panna Tiger Reserve

Answer 1

The correct option is A Gir National Park

Explanation:

• Except for the Gir National Park, all others are included in the WNBR network of the MAB programme of UNESCO. The Programme consists of a dynamic and interactive network of sites of excellence.
• It fosters the harmonious integration of people and nature for sustainable development through participatory dialogue; knowledge sharing; poverty reduction and human well-being improvements; respect for cultural values and society’s ability to cope with change - thus helping the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Accordingly, the Network is one of the main international tools to develop and implement sustainable development approaches in a wide array of contexts.
• The WNBR promotes North-South and South-South collaboration and provides a unique tool for international cooperation through sharing knowledge, exchanging experiences, building capacity and promoting best practices.