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BiologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsEthical IssuesEasy2 minPYQ_2026
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Which one of the following is NOT an example of biopiracy?
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Solution:
Biopiracy is the term used to refer to the use of bio-resources by multinational companies and other organizations without proper authorization from the countries and people concerned without compensatory payment.
Some of the well-known examples of biopiracy involving Indian bio-resources are Basmati rice, Neem, and Haldi (Turmeric). Patents were granted to Western companies or institutions for the traditional knowledge associated with these plants, which were later challenged and revoked in the cases of Neem and Haldi.
Mango is not an example of biopiracy in this context.
Answer: Mango.
Stream:MHT_CET_MEDICALSubject:BiologyTopic:Biotechnology and Its ApplicationsSubtopic:Ethical Issues
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