Question

"Eco-development" means _______.
1. In situ conservation of biological diversity involving local communities
2. Ex situ conservation
3. Development of waste land
4. Development of forest land
5.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : In situ conservation of biological diversity involving local communities

The correct answer is In situ conservation of biological diversity involving local communities.

• Eco-development:
  • Eco-development refers to development at regional and local levels, consistent with the potentials of the area involved, with attention given to the adequate and rational use of natural resources, technological styles, and organizational forms that respect the natural ecosystems and local social and cultural patterns.
  • The term is also used to describe an integrated approach to environment and development. 
  • "Eco-development" means in-situ conservation of biological diversity involving local communities.

• Ex-situ conservation:
  • Ex-situ conservation involves the maintenance and breeding of endangered plants and animals under partially or wholly controlled conditions in specific areas including zoos, gardens, nurseries, etc.
• Development of wasteland:
  • Wasteland is degraded land, can be reclaimed by the planting of suitable tree species and turning barren sterile wasteland into that is fertile and suitable for habitation and cultivation.
  • This involves growing appropriate species of trees of economic value on degraded land that has been unutilized/underutilized.