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UPSC Civil ServicesPrelims2023General Studies Paper I
Question
QQ69. ‘Aerial metagenomics’ best refers to which one of the following situations?
Options
- A Collecting DNA samples from air in a habitat at one go
- B Understanding the genetic makeup of avian species of a habitat
- C Using air-borne devices to collect blood samples from moving animals
- D Sending drones to inaccessible areas to collect plant and animal samples from land surfaces and water bodies
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Correct Answer
A Collecting DNA samples from air in a habitat at one go
Model Answer
Answer: option A, as per UPSC's final answer key (Series A).