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Question: Discuss the science and ethical implications of ——————-f mitochondrial replacement therapy? (GS-3)

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Question: With reference to the Prime Minister Dhan‑Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, consider the following statements:
1. The scheme focuses on 100 agricultural districts identified based on low productivity, cropping intensity, and credit disbursement.
2. It aims to enhance productivity through the convergence of 36 existing schemes across 11 ministries.
3. A minimum of 2 districts per state have been selected under the scheme.
4. District Agriculture and Allied Activities Plans will be prepared by district-level Dhan‑Dhaanya Samitis.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) All of the above

Question: Pronuclear transfer is primarily used to:
(a). Cure genetic disorders caused by mutations in nuclear DNA
(b). Enable gender selection in embryos
(c). Prevent the transmission of mitochondrial diseases from mother to child
(d). Increase the chances of multiple births in IVF

Question: Which of the following best describes the “three-parent baby” technique used in the UK?
(a) Gene editing of defective mitochondrial DNA using CRISPR-Cas9
(b) Fertilization of the mother’s egg using two sperms from different fathers
(c) Transferring the parents’ pronuclei into a donor egg with healthy mitochondria
(d) Fusion of two fertilized embryos to create a genetically stronger zygote

Question: Consider the following statements about lichens:
1. Lichens are composite organisms of fungi and algae.
2. They serve as nature’s bioindicators.
3. Allographa effusosoredica is a new lichen species recently discovered from Western Ghats.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

Question: The Druze are primarily found in which of the following regions?
1. Syria
2. Lebanon
3. Israel
4. Occupied Golan Heights
Select the correct option using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) 1 and 3 only

Question: Consider the following statements regarding the Island Protection Zone (IPZ) Notification, 2011:
1. The IPZ Notification is issued under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
2. The validity of infrastructure project clearances under the IPZ notification has now been extended to 15 years.
3. It applies to areas in the Andaman and Nicobar islands as well as Lakshadweep.
Select the correct option using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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