Q. The permissible use of the technique amniocentesis is for
A) Detecting any genetic abnormality
B) Detecting sex of the unborn foetus
C) Artificial insemination
D) Transfer of embryo into the uterus of a surrogate mother
Explanation
[Solution from source] Amniocentesis tests foetal cells in the amniotic fluid for chromosomal or genetic disorders. Using it to find the sex of the foetus is a misuse that leads to female foeticide, and it is banned by law in India. Answer (1).
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