Question

Sites of in situ conservation include

• A. National Zoological Park, New Delhi
• B. Western Ghats in Karnataka
• C. Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
• D. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

The correct options are
B Western Ghats in Karnataka
C Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
D Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka

In situ conservation denotes the protection in their natural environment. Sacred Groves are tracts of forest that are set aside and protected. The Western Ghats is a biodiversity hotspot that is protected by law. These regions have high species diversity and by conserving the entire region as a hotspot, we can ensure the survival of the endemic species. All the options except for the National Zoological Park in New Delhi are instances of in situ modes of conserving the natural habitat and species.