On the difference between a biosphere reserve and protected area in India:
A biosphere reserve is a concept that prioritises the human being. Protected areas or national parks simply concentrate on the conservational aspect and comprise of two parts: a core and a buffer zone. A biosphere reserve, on the other hand, contains three parts. The core zone
Links:
[1] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/opinion/many-want-gain-india-s-experience
[2] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/newspaper/down-earth
[3] http://admin.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/category/thesaurus/biosphere-reserves