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‘Wolbachia method’ is sometimes talked about with reference to which one of the following?
- A.Controlling the viral diseases spread by mosquitoes
- B.Converting crop residues into packing material
- C.Producing biodegradable plastics
- D.Producing biochar from thermochemical conversion of biomass
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: A. Controlling the viral diseases spread by mosquitoes
The Wolbachia method involves introducing a specific bacterium, Wolbachia, into mosquito populations. When infected mosquitoes breed, their offspring often do not survive or are sterile. This technique is used to suppress or eliminate mosquito populations that transmit viral diseases like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya, thereby controlling their spread.
Source: UPSC gs1 2023