RNA interference is used for which of the following purpose…

Biology Biotechnology and Its Application Previous Year Questions Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 21, 2026

RNA interference is used for which of the following purposes in the field of biotechnology?

To develop a pest resistant plant against infestation by nematode

To enhance the mineral usage by the plant

To reduce post harvest losses

To develop a plant tolerant to abiotic stresses

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A nematode Meloidogyne incognita infects the roots of tobacco plants and causes a great reduction in yield. RNA interference is used to prevent this infestation. This method involves silencing of a specific mRNA due to a complementary dsRNA molecule that binds to and prevents translation of the mRNA (silencing).

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