Match the following Biosphere Reserves in India with its state/UT of location : 1. Manas a. Uttarakhand 2. Gulf of Mannar b. Tamil Nadu 3. Nanda Devi c. Assam

The Correct Answer is Option 1 i.e. 1-c, 2-b, 3-a . Biosphere Reserves are areas of terrestrial and coastal ecosystems that promote the conservation of biodiversity with its sustainable use. Biosphere Reserves are internationally recognized within the framework of UNESCO's Man and Biosphere program and nominated by national governments. There are 18 notified Biosphere reserves in India. Name Year of establishment State Area (km 2 ) Manas 1989 Assam 2837 Gulf of Mannar 1989 Tamil Nadu 10500 Nanda Devi 1988 Uttarakhand 5860 Nilgiri 1986 Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka 5520