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Consider the following statements.

1. A biodiversity hotspot is a region with a high number of endemic species.

2. The concept of biodiversity hotspots was originated by Norman Myers.

3. Hotspots are formally recognized or governed areas.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1 and 2 Only

2 and 3 Only

1 and 3 Only

All of the above

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Explanation:

Hotspots are not formally recognised or governed areas. However, the identification of these areas as hotspots increases the likelihood of conservation investment. In addition, other designations for biodiversity
Conservation is likely to be present within these broad areas which may have more formal management structures. For example, the average protected area coverage of hotspots, based on IUCN protected area categories I-VI, is 10% of their original extent.