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15.8.8. How Biosphere Reserves are different from protected areas?


BR is not intended to replace existing protected areas but it widens the scope of conventional approach of protection and further strengthens the Protected Area Network.

Existing legally protected areas (National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuary, Tiger Reserve and reserve/protected forests) may become part of the BR without any change in their legal status.

On the other hand, inclusion of such areas in a BR will enhance their national value.