Examples of Ex-situ conservation are
(A) Botanical gardens
(B) Sacred groves
(C) Hot spots
(D) Zoological parks
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A) and (D) Only
(A) Botanical gardens — True.
(B) Sacred groves — False. Protected in their natural habitat (in situ).
(C) Hot spots — False. In situ conservation.
(D) Zoological parks — True.
NCERT Extract:
How Do We Conserve Biodiversity? – “… Ex situ Conservation– In this approach, threatened animals and plants are taken out from their natural habitat and placed in special setting where they can be protected and given special care. Zoological parks, botanical gardens and wildlife safari parks serve this purpose.”