gs1medium

With reference to the use of nanotechnology in the health sector, which of the following statements is/are correct?

  1. 1.Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology.
  2. 2.Nanotechnology can largely contribute to gene therapy.
  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.Both 1 and 2
  4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. Both 1 and 2

Nanotechnology enables the development of nanoparticles that can be engineered to carry drugs directly to diseased cells or tissues, thereby enhancing treatment efficacy and reducing side effects (targeted drug delivery). Furthermore, its ability to manipulate matter at the atomic and molecular level makes it a powerful tool for advancements in gene therapy, facilitating the delivery of genetic material into cells for therapeutic purposes.

Source: UPSC gs1 2015

Practice this question with answer tracking

Track your performance, build spaced repetition reviews, and see your weak areas.

Start practising free →