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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 39

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Feb 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q39

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Who among the following has released ‘IndiGau’, India’s first cattle genomic chip, for the conservation of pure varieties of indigenous cattle breeds?

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Correct answer: B

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The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Dr Jitendra Singh.

  • Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated ‘IndiGau’, India’s first homegrown cattle genomic chip, created by the National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) in Hyderabad under the Department of Biotechnology.
  • This chip is specifically designed to help conserve pure native cattle breeds such as Gir, Kankrej, Sahiwal, and Ongole.IndiGau, the largest cattle genomic chip globally, features 11,496 Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) markers, exceeding those found in top international chips.
  • IndiGau enables accurate genetic profiling, which is crucial for conserving indigenous breeds, improving their genetics, and selecting superior bulls for desirable traits like high milk yield and disease resistance.
  • The initiative supports the Rashtriya Gokul Mission and embodies the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.