DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.Sc. (Botany) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2018.
Specialization Plant Biotechnology
BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION AND IPR
(2008 Onwards)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
Answer any FIVE questions.
Each question carries 20 marks.
x 20 100)
1. Write short notes on value and uses of biodiversity.

Describe the various types of biodiversity.
Explain the biodiversity concepts.
2. List out causes for loss of biodiversity.
Explain the biodiversity act of India 2002 and 2004.

Describe the different phytogeograhic zones of
India.
3. Explain briefly on Vegetation types of India and
TamilNadu.
Describe the National Parks and Biosphere
Reserves.
Explain detailed about Endemism.
Sub. Code
24
DE-4083
2
Sp 6
4. Give an account on biodiversity hotspots.
Write an essay on role of wildlife sanctuaries
conservation of biodiversity.
Describe the red data book.
5. Discuss about in situ and ex situ conservation of
plants.
Write notes on Flavr Savr Tomato.
Write short notes on sustainable use of plant
genetic resources.
6. Write an essay on World Trade Organization
and functions.
Illustrate patent application and discuss about rules
governing patents.
Explain about Patenting issue related to turmeric.

7. Give an account on Trade secret.
Explain briefly plant breeder's rights.
Describe the biotechnological examples of patents,
trademark and copy right.
8. Write briefly about GATT.
Write an essay on GM food and case study of
Basmati rice.
Describe the Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).