Q. Which of the following act/s is/are applicable to governing genome editing in India?
1.Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1947
2.Seed Act, 1968
3.Disaster Management Act, 2005
Choose the correct answer from below given codes:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: Various applicable Laws, Acts, and Procedures governing genome editing in India

  • Biological Diversity Act, 2006
  • Drugs and Cosmetic Act 1947
  • Seed Act, 1968
  • Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights (PPVFR), 2009
  • Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
  • Disaster Management Act, 2005

Source: FORUMIAS