Q. The term ‘Blue Zones’, recently seen in the news, refers to:

[A] Regions with exceptionally high levels of marine biodiversity

[B] Geographical areas with an unusually high concentration of people living beyond 100 years

[C] Areas designated for the conservation of endangered blue whales

[D] Coastal regions experiencing exceptionally low pollution levels

Answer: B
Notes:

Correct Answer: (b) Geographical areas with an unusually high concentration of people living beyond 100 years

Explanation:

  • Blue Zones are geographical areas known for exceptional longevity, where people have unusually high chances of living to 100 years or more.
  • The concept was developed through the work of Michel Poulain, Gianni Pes and Dan Buettner, who studied regions with unusually high concentrations of centenarians.
  • The five commonly recognised Blue Zones are Okinawa (Japan), Sardinia (Italy), Nicoya Peninsula (Costa Rica), Ikaria (Greece), and Loma Linda (USA).

Source- TH

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