Calicut varsity to have centre for plant taxonomy
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Why in news
The University of Calicut is establishing an Interdisciplinary Centre for Plant Taxonomy and Bioprospecting to integrate traditional taxonomy with molecular biology and biotechnology.
Background
The project is funded by a ₹3.6 crore grant from the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) scheme. It will focus on biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource utilization through surveys in the Western Ghats and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyUniversity of Calicut: Established the Interdisciplinary Centre for Plant Taxonomy and Bioprospecting.
- FactGrant amount: ₹3.6 crore for the establishment of the centre.
- PlaceSurvey regions: Western Ghats and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how integrating traditional botanical taxonomy with modern biotechnology can enhance India's biodiversity conservation and bioprospecting capabilities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological synergy: Bridging morphological taxonomy with molecular biology for faster species identification
- Resource sustainability: Balancing commercial bioprospecting with conservation mandates in ecologically sensitive zones like Western Ghats
Keywords: Bioprospecting · Plant Taxonomy · Biodiversity Conservation · Molecular Biology · Sustainable Utilization
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