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When was the programme of Biosphere Reserve initiated by UNESCO?

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In 1976
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In 1975
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In 1971
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In 1977
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The correct option is D In 1971

  • UNESCO established a programme of biosphere reserve in 1971 which was known as Man and Biosphere programme. The main goal of this programme was to establish a scientific basis to improve relation between man and environment to achieve sustainable development.
  • As of March 2016, about 669 biosphere reserves in 120 countries, including 16 trans-boundary sites, have been included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves.


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