GS3 · Practice questions
Biotechnology
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CRISPR technology has rapidly advanced in recent years, with new tools and clinical breakthroughs. Highlight the recent developments in CRISPR-based gene editing technology applications. Discuss the opportunities and ethical challenges these advancements present for healthcare and society.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 11 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
Explain the aims and objectives of the recently launched BioE3 policy. How can the policy help in ensuring "green growth" of the economy?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
BiotechnologyInclusive Growth
Introduce the concept of precision medicine. Comment on the role of precision medicine in the treatment of rare and specific diseases.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
Discuss the potential of RNA editing in treating genetic disorders. What are its advantages over DNA editing?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a rapidly escalating crisis that poses a grave threat to public health worldwide. What are the major contributing factors to the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance, and what steps can be taken to address this global health threat?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
BiotechnologyPollution
Global health experts widely believe that the development of CAR-T cell therapy can be a game changer in the treatment of cancer. How can CAR-T cell therapy overcome the limitations of CRISPR-Cas9 technology?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
'Genome editing holds immense potential for crop improvement, but it also raises ethical and safety concerns'. How far do the new guidelines for the safety assessment of genome-edited plants in India, ensure the safety of genetically modified crops?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
BiotechnologyAgricultural Marketing
India's advancement in medical science is reflected in India's success in using CAR-T cell therapy to treat the first cancer patient. Discuss the working and effectiveness of CAR-T cell therapy in treating cancer and related diseases.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
BiotechnologyEmerging Technologies
The consequences flowing from genetically modified organisms are debatable, but the advantages justify the risk. Do you agree? Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
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
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