Question

The National Genebank in India was started in -

• A. 1983
• B. 2023
• C. 1992
• D. 2001

Hint:

The National Genebank at NBPGR, New Delhi, conserves seeds, cryopreserved tissues, and DNA to ensure crop biodiversity is preserved for the future.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Purpose of the National Genebank.
The National Genebank in India was established to conserve plant genetic resources, ensuring biodiversity preservation and food security for future generations.

Step 2: Establishment year.
- It was started in 1992 at the National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR), New Delhi. - Other years given are incorrect: - 1983: Too early, before formal establishment.
- 2001: Incorrect, already functional before that.
- 2023: Clearly wrong.

Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct year is 1992.

Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{The National Genebank was started in 1992.}} \]