Biotechnology

Which of the following statements with regard to genetic medicine is/are correct ? 1, Genetic medicines correct/compensate for the faulty genes responsible for disease. 2. Engineered viruses and lipid nanoparticles are used as carriers of the genetic medicine. 3. Genetic medicines alter the entire DNA sequence. Select the answer using the code given below :

Which of the following statements with regard to GenomelIndia Project is/are correct ? 1. It is a part of the Human Genome Project. 2. The project is funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. 3. Its primary aim is to build a catalogue of genetic diversity of the Indian population. Select the answer using the code given below :

How many are alternative powertrain vehicles: full battery electric, hydrogen fuel-cell, fuel-cell electric hybrid?

Consider statements that monoclonal antibodies are man-made proteins, stimulate immune function by binding specific antigens, and are used for viral infections such as Nipah.

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: India does not import apples from the United States of America. Statement-II: In India, the law prohibits the import of Genetically Modified food without the approval of the competent authority. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

With reference to the role of biofilters in Recirculating Aquaculture System, consider the following statements : I 1. Biofilters provide waste treatment by removing uneaten fish feed. ~ 2. Biofilters convert ammonia present in fish waste to nitrate. 3 . Biofilters increase phosphorus as nutrient for fish in water. How many of the statements given above are correct?

“Wolbachia method” is sometimes talked about with reference to which one of the following?

'Aerial metagenomics' best refers to which one of the following situations?

Consider the following statements: DNA Barcoding can be a tool to: 1. Assess the age of a plant or animal. 2. Distinguish among species that look alike. 3. Identify undesirable animal or plant materials in processed foods. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to recent developments regarding ‘Recombinant Vector Vaccines’, consider the following statements: 1. Genetic engineering is applied in the development of these vaccines. 2. Bacteria and viruses are used as vectors. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The terms ‘Wanna Cry, Petya and Eternal Blue’ sometimes mentioned in the news recently are related to

With reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of ‘genome sequencing’ often seen in the news, be used in the immediate future? 1. Genome sequencing can be used to identify genetic markers for disease resistance and drought tolerance in various crop plants. 2. It can be used to decipher the host-pathogen relationships in crops. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

What is the application of Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer Technology?

The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the

Mycorrhizal biotechnology has been used in rehabilitating degraded sites because mycorrhiza enables the plants to 1\. resist drought and increase absorptive area 2\. tolerate extremes of PH 3\. Resist disease infestation Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

What are the reasons for the people’s resistance to the introduction of BT brinjal in India? 1 BT brinjal has been created by inserting a gene from a soil fungus into its genome. 2 the seeds of BT brinjal are terminator seeds and therefore, the farmers have to buy the seeds before every season from the seed companies. 3 there is an apprehension that the consumption of BT brinjal may have adverse impact on health. 4 there is some concern that the introduction of BT brinjal may have adverse effect on the biodiversity.

Other than resistance to pests, what are the prospects for which genetically engineered plants have been created?

Consider the following kinds of organisms: 1 Bacteria 2 fungi 3 flowering plants **some species of which of the above kinds of organisms are employed as bio pesticides?**

With reference to ‘stem cells’, frequently in the news which of the following statements is/are correct? 1\. Stem cells can be derived from mammals only. 2\. Stem cells can be used for screening new drugs. 3\. Stem cells can be used for medical therapies. **Select the correct answer using the codes given below:**

Recently, “oilzapper” was in the news. What is it?