Ethical Issues
Chapter Name : Biotechnology And Its Applications |
Sub Topic Code : 103_12_12_04_01 |
Topic Name : Ethical Issues |
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Sub Topic Name : Ethical Issues |
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Introduction
New ethical questions have arisen from our ability to intervene in the structure of the genome. Responsible use of this technique requires ethical evaluation in which experts, potential beneficiaries and the general public should all participate. The examples of genetically modified food and of human genetics help to illustrate the issues involved.
Pre-Requisites:
ETHICAL ISSUES
Activity:
BT brinjal is not accepted by many people due to ethical issues.
Real Life Question:
Why is BT brinjal is not accepted by many people?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| ETHICAL ISSUES | In ethics the issues are most often multifaceted and the best proposed actions address many different areas concurrently. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| BT vrinjal | Many people protested against Bt brinajl. |
What you learn in Theory:
There are certain issues that are related to ethics which should be taken care of.
What you learn in Practice:
There are certain issues that are related to ethics which should be taken care of.