Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CSE2023
'Microsatellite DNA' is used in the case of which one of the following?
- A Studying the evolutionary relationships among various species of fauna ✓
- B Stimulating 'stem cells' to transform into diverse functional tissues
- C Promoting clonal propagation of horticultural plants
- D Assessing the efficacy of drugs by conducting series of drug trials in a population
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Science & Technology › Biotech & Genetics
CSE2001
Assertion (A)"DNA Finger- printing" has become a powerful tool to establish paternity and identity of criminals in rape and assault cases. (2001)
Reason (R)Trace evidence such as hairs, saliva and dried semen are adequate for DNA analysis
- A Both A and Rare true, and R is the correct explanation of A ✓
- B
- C A is true, but R is false
- D A is false, but R is true
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Science & Technology › Biotech & Genetics
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