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Q66·GS Paper 1 · Prelims 2026

Mechanisms of Genetic Medicine

S&TBiotechnology & GeneticsStatement-basedMediumStatic

Question

Which of the following statements with regard to genetic medicine is/are correct?

1Genetic medicines correct/compensate for the faulty genes responsible for disease.
2Engineered viruses and lipid nanoparticles are used as carriers of the genetic medicine.
3Genetic medicines alter the entire DNA sequence.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Options

a

1 only

b

2 and 3 only

c

1 and 2 only

Answer
d

1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Genetic medicine uses targeted molecular therapeutics to fix, replace, or deactivate malfunctioning gene sequences to address genetic disorders. These therapies utilize delivery systems like disabled viral vectors (such as adenoviruses) or synthetic lipid nanoparticles to securely transport the therapeutic genetic material into target cells. Statement 3 is incorrect because these interventions target specific gene coordinates rather than modifying or altering an individual's entire genome sequence.

Question details

Year

2026

Paper

GS Paper 1

Question

Q66

Subject

Science & Technology

Sub-topic

Biotechnology & Genetics

Type

Statement-based

Difficulty

Medium

Nature

Static

Source hint

NCERT Biology Cl.12 Biotechnology / Science Journals

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