BTPS-039 IGNOU Guess Paper 2026-27

BTPS-039 Guess Paper 2026-27: Term-End Exam (TEE) Preparation Guide

This structured guess paper aligns with the IGNOU curriculum for BTPS-039 (Course Code BTPS-039), incorporating solved patterns from the last 10 years (June & Dec sessions). It emphasizes chapter-wise weightage, time management, and high-scoring topics to optimize your 3-hour exam strategy.

Key Syllabus Units & Expected Question Weightage

• Unit 1: Biotechnology in Crop Improvement
  • Focus on genetic engineering techniques (CRISPR-Cas9, marker-assisted selection) 20-25% weightage.
  • Case studies on Bt crops, drought-resistant varieties (e.g., Golden Rice), and regulatory approvals.
  • Expected questions: Short-answer (SAQs) on transgenic crop mechanisms; long-answer (LAQs) on field trials and biosafety protocols.
• Unit 3: Biotechnology in Animal Husbandry
  • Emphasis on embryonic transfer, cloning (e.g., Dolly sheep), and vaccine development 15-20% weightage.
  • Compare traditional vs. modern techniques (e.g., AI in livestock breeding vs. somatic cell nuclear transfer).
  • Expected questions: Numerical problems on cloning efficiency; ethical debates on animal biotechnology.
• Unit 5: Ethical and Legal Aspects of Biotechnology
  • Cover IPR laws (e.g., Patent Act 1970), biosafety regulations (e.g., RCEB guidelines), and GM food labeling 20% weightage.
  • Analyze case laws (e.g., Monsanto v. Bowman) and their impact on biotech industries.