Genetic Engineering — MCQ Practice
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Which of the following statements about CRISPR-Cas9 technology is/are correct? 1. It is a gene-editing tool derived from a bacterial immune system. 2. It uses a guide RNA to direct the Cas9 enzyme to a specific DNA sequence. 3. It can only be used to 'knock out' genes and not to insert new genetic material. 4. The PAM sequence is essential for Cas9 binding and cleavage.
Consider the following statements regarding India's regulatory framework for genetic engineering: 1. The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology. 2. The 'Rules for the Manufacture, Use, Import, Export and Storage of Hazardous Microorganisms/Genetically Engineered Organisms or Cells, 1989' are the primary legal basis. 3. The Biosafety Guidelines 2022 exempt all gene-edited organisms from regulatory oversight.
Which of the following is NOT an application of genetic engineering?
Consider the following pairs: 1. Somatic Gene Therapy: Changes are heritable. 2. Golden Rice: Engineered for Vitamin A deficiency. 3. NexCAR19: India's indigenous CAR-T cell therapy.
Which of the following bodies is responsible for the environmental release approval of genetically engineered organisms in India?