GS3 · Topic
Biotechnology
Genetic modification, gene editing, vaccines and biopharma, biosafety regulation, agricultural biotech.
46 UPSC Mains GS3 questions on Biotechnology that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Describe briefly what gene therapy is and what advantages it has over other treatments?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Biotechnology
Why is biopiracy a cause of great concern to the existing traditional knowledge of the developing world? What steps have been taken by the government of India for protecting the existing traditional Indian knowledge?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Intellectual PropertyBiotechnology
How has biotechnology contributed to improving human life? Discuss.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Biotechnology
Discuss the role of biotechnology in enhancing agricultural productivity. Also, highlight the concerns regarding the application of biotechnology in agriculture.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
BiotechnologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
What is gene therapy? What makes it a better treatment option than the conventional approaches?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Biotechnology
What are mRNA vaccines? Explain how they function and highlight how they differ from DNA-based vaccines.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Biotechnology
COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the risk of infectious agents jumping the barriers of species, necessitating human, animal, and environmental health questions to be dealt in an integrated manner. In this light, discuss the concept of one health.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
BiotechnologyBiodiversity and Conservation
India's launch of affordable CAR-T cell therapy and the upcoming HPV vaccination campaign mark significant advances in healthcare. Assess the potential of such innovations to address India's disease burden and the challenges in ensuring equitable access.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
BiotechnologyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Food Processing Industry: Significance, Challenges and Future Prospects
250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
BiotechnologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
Genetic Modified Crops can be a viable solution if used carefully. Analyze the statement with reference to GM Crops in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Biotechnology
In what ways can biotechnology help in dealing with 21st century's global challenges?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
BiotechnologyClimate Change
Antibiotic resistance is a crisis on the level of climate change. Comment.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2017
Biotechnology
Vaccines have proven to be a vital tool in controlling the virulent effects of the SARS-CoV-2. Explaining various types of vaccines, enumerate steps involved in their development.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Biotechnology
Biomanufacturing and biofoundry are key to a green economy in India. Discuss their potential and the challenges associated with them.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
BiotechnologyClimate Change
Discuss the prospects and problems of 'DNA Based Technology (Use and Regulation) Bill, 2018'.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
What do you understand by food irradiation? Highlighting some of its unique applications, examine its relevance for India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Food ProcessingBiotechnology