Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology

‘Microsatellite DNA’ is used in the case of which one of the following?

With reference to the recent developments in science, which one of the following statements is not correct?

With reference to recent developments regarding ‘Recombinant Vector Vaccines’, consider the following statements: 1. Genetic engineering is applied in the development of these vaccines. 2. Bacteria and viruses are used as vectors. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Recombinant DNA Technology (Genetic Engineering) allows genes to be transferred – 1. Across different species of plants. 2. From animals to plants. 3. From microorganisms to higher organisms. Select the correct answer using the codes given below

Steps of Recombinant DNA technology are given below: A. Identification and isolation of the genetic material. B. Fragmentation of DNA. C. Obtaining the foreign gene product. D. Downstream processing. E. Ligation of DNA fragmentation into the vector. F. Isolation of desired DNA fragments. G. Amplification of gene of interest. H. Transfer of Recombinant DNA into the host cell/organism. The correct sequence of steps is

Assertion (A): Scientists can cut apart and paste together DNA molecules at will, regardless of the source of the molecules. Reason (R): DNA fragments can be manipulated using restriction endonucleases and DNA ligases. Code:

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?

What is Cas9 protein that is often mentioned in news?

‘RNA interference (RNAi)’ technology has gained popularity in the last few years. Why? 1. It is used in developing gene silencing therapies. 2. It can be used in developing therapies for the treatment of cancer. 3. It can be used to develop hormone replacement therapies. 4. It can be used to produce crop plants that are resistant to viral pathogens. Select the correct answer using the code given below

What is the expanded form of the term ‘mRNA’ that has been widely discussed since the beginning of the pandemic?