A Biosphere Reserve (BR) is an international designation by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for significant portions of natural and cultural landscapes that extend over extensive areas of terrestrial or coastal/marine ecosystems, or a blend of both.
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The 1972 Wild Life (Protection) Act empowered the State Government to create National Park in regions recognized for their ecological, geomorphological, and natural significance.
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Wildlife Sanctuaries or Wildlife Refuges – UPSC Environment Notes
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The Wild Life (Protection) Act of 1972 empowers the State Government to officially designate specific regions as wildlife sanctuaries, considering their ecological, geomorphological, and natural significance.
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Reserved and Protected Forests – UPSC Environment Notes
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Reserved forests and protected forests differ in terms of government control and property rights. Reserved forests are under full government control, while in protected forests, the government retains only property rights.
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In situ conservation – UPSC Environment Notes
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In-situ conservation involves the preservation of an endangered plant or animal species within its natural habitat.
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Adverse Changes to Biotic Interactions – UPSC Environment Notes
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Adverse changes to biotic interactions, and the intricate relationships between living organisms within ecosystems, pose significant threats to the delicate balance of natur
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Increased Zoonosis due to Habitat Loss – UPSC Environment Notes
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This phenomenon, termed as increased zoonosis due to habitat loss, presents a significant threat to global public health and biodiversity conservation efforts.
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Human-animal Conflict – UPSC Environment Notes
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Human-animal conflict denotes adverse encounters between humans and wild animals, resulting in detrimental outcomes for both human communities and their resources, as well as wildlife and their habitats.
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Biodiversity Loss – Affects Livelihood – UPSC Environment Notes
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Biodiversity loss refers to the decline in the number of genes, species, microorganisms, and other living entities crucial for maintaining ecological equilibrium on Earth.
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Consequences of Loss of Biodiversity – UPSC Environment Notes
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The consequences of loss of biodiversity are far-reaching and profound, exerting substantial impacts on ecosystems, economies, and human well-being