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111.
What significant milestone have researchers from IIT Madras and Mandi achieved in the field of biotechnology?
Genetic Modification of Animals
Development of New Fertilizers
Enhanced Crop Yield Techniques
Production of the anti-cancer drug
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Researchers from IIT Madras and Mandi have achieved a significant milestone by metabolically engineering plant cells to boost the production of the anti-cancer drug camptothecin (CPT).

112.
What is the name of the comprehensive scheme launched under the Ministry of Earth Sciences?
EARTHQUEST
PRITHVI
SCIENCEVISION
GEOEXPLORER
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The PRITHVI (PRITHvi VIgyan) scheme is a comprehensive initiative by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, with a substantial budget of Rs. 4,797 crore, marking a new era in the study and understanding of Earth sciences in India.