Man and Biosphere Program

• 1971
• UNESCO
• inter-govt. scientific prog
  • to study ➡️ scientific basis of inter-relationship b/w man & it’s nature

Identification of Certain Regions where this exists

1. traditional lifestyle of tribals is practiced
2. indigenous genetic materials of domestic plants / animals still preserved
3. sustainable development / conservation of biodiversity
   • eco-tourism

Such regions are ➡️ Biosphere Reserves