Q173 / 180 · NEET 2018 · Zoology

Use of bioresources by multinational companies and organizations without authorisation from the concerned country and its people is called

  • A
    Biodgradation
  • Correct answer
    B
    Biopiracy
  • C
    Bio-infringement
  • D
    Bioexploitation

Solution

Biopiracy is referred to the use of bioresources by multinational companies and other organizations without proper authorization front the countries and people concerned without compensatory payment.

Bio-infringement is the commission of a prohibited act with respect to a patented invention without permission from the patent holder.

Bio-exploitation means taking advantage of the biological resources of other countries without permission.

Biodegradation is a biological breakdown of organic material by bacteria, fungi, etc.

 

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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