Question

Which one of the following is an example of ex-situ conservation?

• A. National park
• B. Wildlife sanctuary
• C. Seed bank
• D. Sacred groves

Hint:

Ex-situ conservation preserves organisms outside their natural habitats, such as in seed banks and zoological gardens.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Ex-situ conservation involves the protection of species outside their natural habitats.
Step 2: Seed banks store seeds under controlled conditions for long-term conservation.
Step 3: National parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and sacred groves are examples of in-situ conservation, as organisms are protected in their natural environment. Hence, the correct example of ex-situ conservation is a seed bank.