1.
How many Indian biosphere reserves were included in the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves, as of October 2019?
A
14
B
17
C
9
D
11
Answer and explanation
Correct Answer: D — 11
As of October 2019, 11 Indian biosphere reserves were part of UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR), with Khangchendzonga being the most recently added in 2018. The 11 sites include Nilgiri, Gulf of Mannar, Sundarbans, Nanda Devi, Nokrek, Pachmarhi, Similipal, Great Nicobar, Achanakmar-Amarkantak, Agasthyamala, and Khangchendzonga.