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Science & TechnologyEXAMINEYear 202110 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder

Discuss the applications of biotechnology in the field of agriculture. What are the biosafety concerns regarding genetically modified (GM) crops?

Exact Syllabus Pointer

Developments in IT, space, computers, robotics, nanotechnology, biotechnology, issues relating to intellectual property rights (IPR).

Connected Questions Across All Papers

Discovered through overlapping concepts: Agricultural Biotechnology, GM Crops (Bt Cotton/GM Mustard), GEAC Clearance

Recurring Theme Trend: “Agricultural Biotechnology”

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