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NEET 2026
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NEET
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2026
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NEET 2026 · Biology · Chapter

Read the following conservation strategies: I. Seed banks II....

Read the following conservation strategies:
I. Seed banks
II. Sacred groves
III. Botanical gardens
IV. Biosphere reserves

Which of the above are considered ex situ conservation methods?

Options

  1. AI and III only
  2. BII and IV only
  3. CI, II and III only
  4. DIII and IV only

Correct answer

A. I and III only

Step-by-step solution

Conservation strategies are broadly classified into in situ (on-site) and ex situ (off-site) conservation.

Ex situ conservation involves protecting endangered species of plants and animals outside their natural habitats. Examples include botanical gardens, zoological parks, wildlife safari parks, seed banks, and cryopreservation techniques.

In situ conservation involves protecting species in their natural habitats. Examples include national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, biosphere reserves, and sacred groves.

From the given list:
I. Seed banks →\rightarrow Ex situ
II. Sacred groves →\rightarrow In situ
III. Botanical gardens →\rightarrow Ex situ
IV. Biosphere reserves →\rightarrow In situ

Therefore, I and III are considered ex situ conservation methods.

Answer: I and III only
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