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Strategies for Conservation of Biodiversity — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 11 · Geography

What Strategies for Conservation of Biodiversity covers in ICSE Class 11 Geography: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 11 Geography · 2026-27

Topics in Strategies for Conservation of Biodiversity

1

Meaning and Importance of Biodiversity Conservation

  • Biodiversity is a unique gift of nature to man.
  • Pollution and over-exploitation have caused major loss of biodiversity at all levels.
  • Conservation is vital for protecting plant life and animal life.
2

In Situ Conservation

  • In situ conservation means conservation of biological diversity in its natural habitat.
  • It protects the entire ecosystem, not just one species.
  • Natural surroundings are maintained so that all constituent species, known and unknown, remain conserved.
3

National Parks

  • A national park is a relatively larger area of one or several ecosystems maintained for scientific, educational, and recreational purposes and for preserving natural features and wildlife.
  • National parks are not materially altered by human exploitation or occupation.
  • Forestry, grazing, and cultivation are not allowed in national parks.
4

Wildlife Sanctuaries

  • A wildlife sanctuary is a nature reserve declared by the forest authority with government sanction.
  • Killing, hunting, shooting, and capturing of animals are prohibited in wildlife sanctuaries.
  • Controlled biotic interference is allowed, such as timber harvesting, collection of minor forest products, and tourist activities.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Conservation of biodiversity through in situ and ex situ methods

Biodiversity conservationIn situ conservationEx situ conservationNational parksWildlife sanctuariesBiosphere reservesZonation of biosphere reservesGene banks

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What are the important topics in Strategies for Conservation of Biodiversity for ICSE Class 11 Geography?
Key topics in Strategies for Conservation of Biodiversity include Meaning and Importance of Biodiversity Conservation, In Situ Conservation, National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Strategies for Conservation of Biodiversity for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 65 practice questions on Strategies for Conservation of Biodiversity. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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