GS I›ST-3.1.1›Gene editing — CRISPR-Cas9; GM crops; biosafety (Cartagena)

Gene editing — CRISPR-Cas9; GM crops; biosafety (Cartagena)

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Exam Strategy

UPSC tests CRISPR-Cas9 mechanism, GM crop regulation in India, and Cartagena Protocol obligations. Questions focus on distinguishing gene editing from GMOs, biosafety approval pathways, and international biosafety frameworks. Common error: confusing CRISPR applications with conventional breeding or misunderstanding India's regulatory stance on GM crops.

High-yield hooks
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CRISPR = molecular scissors for precise DNA editing

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Bt cotton success; Bt brinjal controversy in India

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Cartagena Protocol = international biosafety agreement

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Gene editing ≠ always GMO under some regulations

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GEAC approves GM crops; RCGM oversees research

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