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What is the primary aim of the ‘Genome India Project’?

  1. AImprove crop productivity
  2. BMap the genetic diversity of India’s populationCorrect answer
  3. CStudy rare and endangered animals
  4. DSupport the development of new vaccines
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B. Map the genetic diversity of India’s population

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The Genome India Project, launched in 2020, aims to map the genetic diversity of India’s population by sequencing the genomes of about 10,000 individuals from diverse regions and communities.

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