Refer to the given diagrammatic representation of a Biosphere reserve. Select the incorrect statement regarding X, Y and Z

(i) X is devoted to strict protection of wildlife and no human activity is allowed in this zone. (ii) In Y, only limited human activity (compatible with conservation) is allowed. (iii) In Z, commercial exploitation of natural resources is allowed. (iv) Ecotourism is allowed in Y zone. (v) Zone Y helps to maintain the lifestyle of the tribal people living in the area.

Options

A. (iii) and (v) only
B. (ii), (iii) and (v) only
C. (i), (ili) and (iv) only
D. (i), (iii) and (iv) only

Answer

A

Explanation

In the given figure, X, Y and Z represent core zone, buffer zone and manipulation zone of biosphere reserve respectively. No commercial exploitation of natural resources is allowed in a biosphere reserve. Manipulation zone helps to maintain the lifestyle of the tribal people living in the area.