Q1. Biotechnology offers solutions for various societal challenges.
Consider the following applications:
1. Development of bioremediation techniques to address environmental pollution.
2. Creation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) for water purification purposes.
3. Research on biofuels as alternatives to polluting fossil fuels.

Q2. The Human Genome Project revolutionised our understanding of human genetics. Consider the following statements about observations drawn from this project:
1. Almost all (99.9%) of the nucleotide bases in the human genome are identical across individuals.
2. The number of human genes is surprisingly similar to the number of genes found in simpler organisms like mice and roundworms.
3. 98% of the human genome codes for proteins that carry out required functions in an organism.
4. Repetitive sequences within the genome can sometimes give rise to entirely new genes.

Q3. Which of the following best describes Glucosinolates?
A. Glucosinolates are synthetic chemicals utilised in pest control by agricultural practices.
B. Glucosinolates are naturally occurring compounds found in animal tissues as a byproduct of metabolism.
C. Glucosinolates are natural chemicals produced by plants as a defence mechanism against pests and diseases.
D. Glucosinolates are genetically modified substances used to enhance crop resistance to environmental stressors.

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🎖Science and Tech🎖

Day 15 (55 days to prelims)

Expected time 3 hours.

Topics to be covered:
🔘Alternative Energy Sources (Nuclear etc.)
🔘Ocean research & IPR
🔘Concepts and progress in India, Ocean exploration, IPR developments

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🔴You can practise these topics in our Parishram Test number: 4 of Science and Tech.

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Q1. With reference to the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement, consider the following statements:
1. It is binding on all members of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
2. It only covers patents, copyright, trademarks, and geographical indications.

Q2. Consider the following statements:
1. The "Artificial Sun" project in China is a tokamak reactor.
2. Tokamaks are machines designed to achieve controlled thermonuclear fusion.
3. Fusion reactions can generate more energy per kilogram of fuel compared to fission.

Q3. Consider the following statements about the Indo-German project ‘Pyrasol’:
1. The project explores the potential of using pyrolysis technology to convert urban organic waste into biochar and usable energy in smart cities.
2. Pyrolysis involves subjecting the waste material to high temperatures in an oxygen-depleted environment.

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Q1. Which of the following indicators is/are used to observe the monetary transmission mechanism in the economy?
1. Weighted average lending rate
2. Weighted average domestic term deposit rate
3. 1-year median MCLR
4. SDF rate

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding instruments of monetary policy:
1. Standing deposit facility (SDF) rate was introduced in April 2022.
2. SDF rate replaced fixed reverse repo rate as the floor of the LAF corridor.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?