Q. Consider the following statements:
1.A gene bank is a repository for storing human DNA samples.
2.FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) manages the global gene bank for agricultural crops.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanations –
Statement 1 is incorrect. A gene bank is a biorepository that stores genetic material, primarily from plants and animals, to conserve biodiversity and ensure the availability of genetic resources for future use.
Statement 2 is correct. The FAO plays a significant role in managing and guiding the conservation of plant genetic resources through standards and policies for gene banks worldwide. It supports initiatives like the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture and provides frameworks for the sustainable use of crop diversity.
Source: Forum IAS
