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Kerala KAS 2020 · Question 27 of 70

The following refers to a recent development in technology. "It makes it possible to easily alter DNA sequences and modify Gene function. It can therefore correct genetic defects and improve crops, but with associated ethical problems." Which of the following is the recent development referred to above?

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Answer: B. CRISPR

Explanation

CRISPR is the gene-editing technology that alters DNA sequences and modifies gene function.

Source: Kerala PSC KAS Officer 016/2020 official paper (22-Feb-2020), provisional answer key

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