Regional centre for biotechnology bill
Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct about Regional centre for biotechnology?
1. It established under the auspices of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and Department of Biotechnology (DBT, India).
2. It is located in Faridabad.- Published on 07 Dec 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
ANSWER: Both
- Regional centre for biotechnology bill will provide a legal status to the Centre so as to function independently as an autonomous body and also an Institution of National Importance for education, training and research in the areas of biotechnology.
- The Centre has already been established by an executive order of the Government of India in November, 2008 after the approval by the Union Cabinet.