{"id":1875,"date":"2025-04-14T16:30:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T11:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1875"},"modified":"2025-10-28T12:57:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:27:30","slug":"biosphere-reserves-in-india-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/biosphere-reserves-in-india-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Biosphere Reserves In India 2025 \u2013 List Of 18 Biosphere Reserves State-Wise"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/biosphere-reserves-in-india-list\/#First_Biosphere_Reserve_in_India\" >First Biosphere Reserve in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/biosphere-reserves-in-india-list\/#Smallest_Biosphere_Reserve_in_India\" >Smallest Biosphere Reserve in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/biosphere-reserves-in-india-list\/#Biosphere_Reserves_Recognized_by_UNESCO\" >Biosphere Reserves Recognized by UNESCO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/biosphere-reserves-in-india-list\/#Importance_of_Biosphere_Reserves\" >Importance of Biosphere Reserves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" 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href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/biosphere-reserves-in-india-list\/#Biosphere_Reserves_in_India_FAQs_What_are_Biosphere_reserves_Biosphere_reserves_are_protected_areas_designated_to_conserve_biodiversity_promote_sustainable_development_and_support_research_and_education_They_aim_to_balance_human_activities_with_environmental_conservation_Are_Biosphere_reserves_and_National_Parks_the_same_No_Biosphere_reserves_focus_on_conservation_sustainable_development_and_research_while_National_Parks_primarily_aim_to_protect_wildlife_and_ecosystems_with_minimal_human_interference_Which_is_the_first_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_The_first_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_is_the_Nilgiri_Biosphere_Reserve_established_in_1986_located_in_the_Western_Ghats_and_spanning_Tamil_Nadu_Karnataka_and_Kerala_Which_is_the_largest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_The_largest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_is_the_Great_Rann_of_Kutch_in_Gujarat_covering_an_area_of_approximately_12454_square_kilometers_Which_is_the_smallest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_The_smallest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_is_the_Dibru-Saikhowa_in_Assam_covering_an_area_of_about_765_square_kilometers_How_many_biosphere_reserves_are_there_in_India_As_of_now_there_are_18_biosphere_reserves_in_India_recognized_for_their_ecological_significance_and_conservation_efforts_When_was_Nilgiri_Biosphere_Reserve_included_in_the_list_of_UNESCO_Biosphere_Reserve_The_Nilgiri_Biosphere_Reserve_was_included_in_the_UNESCO_World_Network_of_Biosphere_Reserves_in_2000\" >Biosphere Reserves in India FAQs\n What are Biosphere reserves? \u00a0Biosphere reserves are protected areas designated to conserve biodiversity, promote sustainable development, and support research and education. They aim to balance human activities with environmental conservation. Are Biosphere reserves and National Parks the same? \u00a0No, Biosphere reserves focus on conservation, sustainable development, and research, while National Parks primarily aim to protect wildlife and ecosystems with minimal human interference. Which is the first Biosphere reserve in India? The first Biosphere reserve in India is the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, established in 1986, located in the Western Ghats and spanning Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala. Which is the largest Biosphere reserve in India? \u00a0The largest Biosphere reserve in India is the Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, covering an area of approximately 12,454 square kilometers. Which is the smallest Biosphere reserve in India? The smallest Biosphere reserve in India is the Dibru-Saikhowa in Assam, covering an area of about 765 square kilometers. How many biosphere reserves are there in India? As of now, there are 18 biosphere reserves in India, recognized for their ecological significance and conservation efforts. When was Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve included in the list of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve? The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was included in the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 2000<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biosphere Reserves in India are designated areas that protect natural ecosystems while promoting sustainable human development. These reserves are recognized under UNESCO\u2019s Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme, ensuring a balance between conservation and livelihood needs. Currently, India has 18 Biosphere Reserves, each contributing to biodiversity conservation and research.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article we will provide a comprehensive overview, covering all Biosphere Reserves in India, their objectives, benefits, and key details about the first and smallest reserves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:\u00a0<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/national-parks-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Parks In India<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Biosphere_Reserves\"><\/span><b>What Are Biosphere Reserves?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biosphere Reserves are large areas that include terrestrial, marine, and coastal ecosystems. They serve as protected regions where conservation efforts are integrated with sustainable human activities. These reserves aim to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conserve biodiversity and genetic resources.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage sustainable economic development in local communities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support scientific research, education, and awareness programs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Act as sites for testing sustainable land use practices.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Biosphere_Reserves_Are_There_in_India\"><\/span><b>How Many Biosphere Reserves Are There in India?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of 2025, India has <\/span><b>18 Biosphere Reserves<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Out of these, <\/span><b>12<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are recognized under <\/span><b>UNESCO\u2019s World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These reserves cover diverse ecological zones, from the Himalayas to coastal and desert regions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Man_and_Biosphere_MAB_Programme\"><\/span><b>Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, launched by UNESCO in 1971, promotes conservation, sustainable development, and research. India follows this program to protect its biodiversity while ensuring economic growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Implementation in India<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Started in 1986 under the Government of India.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial assistance:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90:10 ratio for Northeast and Himalayan states.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60:40 ratio for other states.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Management plans are monitored by the Central MAB Committee.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_Biosphere_Reserves_in_India_2025_Sate-Wise\"><\/span><b>List of Biosphere Reserves in India 2025 Sate-Wise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India has a rich and diverse natural heritage with unique ecosystems and a wide variety of plants and animals. To protect these valuable resources and support sustainable living, the country has set up 18 Biosphere Reserves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These reserves, recognized under UNESCO\u2019s Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme, provide safe habitats for endangered species and help protect different ecosystems. From the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve in the south to the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve in the north, each plays an important role in conserving nature. Below is the list of Biosphere Reserves in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is the complete list of all Biosphere Reserves in India, including their year of establishment, states covered, and key species protected.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Year<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Biosphere Reserve<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>State(s)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key Species<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Area (km\u00b2)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1986<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nilgiri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nilgiri Tahr, Tiger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5,520<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1988<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nanda Devi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uttarakhand<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snow Leopard, Musk Deer<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5,860<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1988<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nokrek<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meghalaya<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red Panda, Hoolock Gibbon<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">820<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1989<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gulf of Mannar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tamil Nadu<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dugong, Olive Ridley Turtle<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1989<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sundarbans<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West Bengal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Royal Bengal Tiger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9,630<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1989<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manas<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asiatic Elephant, Golden Langur<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2,837<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1989<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great Nicobar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Andaman &amp; Nicobar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saltwater Crocodile, Nicobar Megapode<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">885<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1994<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simlipal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Odisha<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gaur, Tiger, Elephant<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4,374<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1998<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dihang-Dibang<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arunachal Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Takin, Red Panda<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5,112<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1997<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dibru-Saikhowa<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangetic Dolphin, Bengal Tiger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">765<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1999<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pachmarhi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madhya Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Giant Squirrel<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4,981<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Khangchendzonga<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sikkim<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red Panda, Snow Leopard<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2,620<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2001<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agasthyamalai<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala, Tamil Nadu<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nilgiri Tahr, Elephant<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2005<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achanakmar-Amarkantak<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wild Dog, Sarus Crane<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,835<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2008<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great Rann of Kutch<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gujarat<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Wild Ass<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12,454<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2009<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold Desert<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Himachal Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snow Leopard<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7,770<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2010<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seshachalam Hills<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Andhra Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slender Loris<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4,755<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2011<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panna<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madhya Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bengal Tiger, Chinkara<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2,998<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Biosphere_Reserve_in_India\"><\/span><b>First Biosphere Reserve in India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first Biosphere Reserve in India was Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, established in 1986. It spans across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala and is home to unique flora and fauna like the Nilgiri Tahr, Lion-tailed Macaque, and Malabar Giant Squirrel.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1876\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a-v.jpg?resize=300%2C227&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a-v.jpg?resize=300%2C227&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a-v.jpg?w=619&amp;ssl=1 619w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smallest_Biosphere_Reserve_in_India\"><\/span><b>Smallest Biosphere Reserve in India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The smallest Biosphere Reserve in India is Nokrek Biosphere Reserve in Meghalaya, covering just 820 km\u00b2. It is home to the Red Panda, Hoolock Gibbon, and unique citrus plant species.<br \/>\n<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1877\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ab.jpg?resize=300%2C105&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ab.jpg?resize=300%2C105&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ab.jpg?w=367&amp;ssl=1 367w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biosphere_Reserves_Recognized_by_UNESCO\"><\/span><b>Biosphere Reserves Recognized by UNESCO<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out of the 18 Biosphere Reserves in India, 12 are recognized by UNESCO. These reserves receive global recognition and funding support.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Name<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>States\/UT<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Year<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tamil Nadu<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2001<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West Bengal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2001<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uttarakhand<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2004<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nokrek Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meghalaya<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2009<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madhya Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2009<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simlipal Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Odisha<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2009<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achanakmar-Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2012<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Andaman &amp; Nicobar Islands<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2013<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerala, Tamil Nadu<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Khangchendzonga National Park<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sikkim<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2018<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panna Biosphere Reserve<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madhya Pradesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2020<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Biosphere_Reserves\"><\/span><b>Importance of Biosphere Reserves<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biosphere Reserves play a crucial role in conserving biodiversity, protecting endangered species, and maintaining ecological balance. They also promote sustainable development by supporting research, education, and local community participation in conservation efforts. Importance of Biosphere Reserves include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Conservation of Biodiversity: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biosphere Reserves protect endangered species and ecosystems. They help conserve rare plants and animals by preserving their natural habitats.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sustainable Development: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These reserves promote eco-friendly tourism, organic farming, and traditional practices that benefit local communities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Climate Change Mitigation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forests and wetlands in Biosphere Reserves act as carbon sinks, reducing global warming effects.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Research and Education: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scientists study wildlife behavior, climate impact, and conservation techniques in these reserves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cultural Preservation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biosphere Reserves protect the indigenous tribes, their traditions, and sustainable living practices.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_in_Managing_Biosphere_Reserves\"><\/span><b>Challenges in Managing Biosphere Reserves<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing Biosphere Reserves is challenging due to habitat destruction, climate change, and human encroachments. Challenges of managing Biosphere Reserves include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Human Encroachment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Expanding agriculture and settlements threaten these reserves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Deforestation &amp; Poaching:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Illegal logging and hunting harm biodiversity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Climate Change: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rising temperatures affect species and water availability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lack of Funding:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Conservation programs often face financial constraints.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biosphere Reserves in India play a crucial role in protecting biodiversity, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. As of 2025, there are 18 Biosphere Reserves, with 12 internationally recognized by UNESCO.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By ensuring a balance between conservation and human needs, these reserves help in protecting the environment while supporting local communities. Strengthening conservation efforts will ensure that these precious ecosystems continue to thrive for future generations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025? <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\">Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/a> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biosphere_Reserves_in_India_FAQs_What_are_Biosphere_reserves_Biosphere_reserves_are_protected_areas_designated_to_conserve_biodiversity_promote_sustainable_development_and_support_research_and_education_They_aim_to_balance_human_activities_with_environmental_conservation_Are_Biosphere_reserves_and_National_Parks_the_same_No_Biosphere_reserves_focus_on_conservation_sustainable_development_and_research_while_National_Parks_primarily_aim_to_protect_wildlife_and_ecosystems_with_minimal_human_interference_Which_is_the_first_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_The_first_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_is_the_Nilgiri_Biosphere_Reserve_established_in_1986_located_in_the_Western_Ghats_and_spanning_Tamil_Nadu_Karnataka_and_Kerala_Which_is_the_largest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_The_largest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_is_the_Great_Rann_of_Kutch_in_Gujarat_covering_an_area_of_approximately_12454_square_kilometers_Which_is_the_smallest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_The_smallest_Biosphere_reserve_in_India_is_the_Dibru-Saikhowa_in_Assam_covering_an_area_of_about_765_square_kilometers_How_many_biosphere_reserves_are_there_in_India_As_of_now_there_are_18_biosphere_reserves_in_India_recognized_for_their_ecological_significance_and_conservation_efforts_When_was_Nilgiri_Biosphere_Reserve_included_in_the_list_of_UNESCO_Biosphere_Reserve_The_Nilgiri_Biosphere_Reserve_was_included_in_the_UNESCO_World_Network_of_Biosphere_Reserves_in_2000\"><\/span><b>Biosphere Reserves in India FAQs<br \/>\n<style>#sp-ea-1880 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-1880.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-1880.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-1880.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-1880.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-1880.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1742388223\"><div id=\"sp-ea-1880\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18800\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18800\" aria-controls=\"collapse18800\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What are Biosphere reserves?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse18800\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1880\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18800\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Biosphere reserves are protected areas designated to conserve biodiversity, promote sustainable development, and support research and education. They aim to balance human activities with environmental conservation.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18801\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18801\" aria-controls=\"collapse18801\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Are Biosphere reserves and National Parks the same?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18801\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1880\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18801\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No, Biosphere reserves focus on conservation, sustainable development, and research, while National Parks primarily aim to protect wildlife and ecosystems with minimal human interference.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18802\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18802\" aria-controls=\"collapse18802\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which is the first Biosphere reserve in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18802\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1880\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18802\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The first Biosphere reserve in India is the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, established in 1986, located in the Western Ghats and spanning Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18803\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18803\" aria-controls=\"collapse18803\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which is the largest Biosphere reserve in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18803\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1880\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18803\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The largest Biosphere reserve in India is the Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, covering an area of approximately 12,454 square kilometers.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18804\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18804\" aria-controls=\"collapse18804\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which is the smallest Biosphere reserve in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18804\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1880\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18804\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The smallest Biosphere reserve in India is the Dibru-Saikhowa in Assam, covering an area of about 765 square kilometers.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18805\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18805\" aria-controls=\"collapse18805\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How many biosphere reserves are there in India?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18805\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1880\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18805\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As of now, there are 18 biosphere reserves in India, recognized for their ecological significance and conservation efforts.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-18806\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse18806\" aria-controls=\"collapse18806\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> When was Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve included in the list of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse18806\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1880\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-18806\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was included in the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 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