Q. Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs), are designated areas that surround protected areas, such as national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. In this context, which one of the following is NOT a potential benefit of Eco-Sensitive Zones?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation – Eco-Sensitive Zones are primarily established to protect ecologically sensitive areas from human activities that can harm the environment. While they can contribute to the conservation of biodiversity, improvement of water quality, and reduction of soil erosion, promoting sustainable tourism is not their primary objective. Sustainable tourism can potentially conflict with these objectives, as it may lead to increased human activity in the area, which could disrupt the delicate balance of the ecosystem.
Source: Forum IAS
