Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.
5. Explain gene therapy and explore the range of possibilities and potential issues that are associated with this innovative technology? (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
Gene and cell therapy are the cutting-edge medical advancements poised to revolutionise our approach to and treatment of various health conditions, from sickle cell disease and dengue to cancer and HIV/AIDS.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the gene therapy, its scope and concerns associated with the technology.
Directive word:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by briefly defining gene therapy.
Body:
First, in brief, explain the mechanism of the working of gene therapy and its types.
Next, write about the scope of gene therapy – influencing the course of various genetic and acquired disorders at the genetic level.
Next, write about the various concerns associated with the gene therapy – cost, ethical concerns, procedural difficulties etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward to overcome the concerns.
