Question

While submitting an application for registration of a crop variety in the PPV&FR Authority, the application must contain the following information.
(A). Complete passport data of the parental lines from which the variety has been derived
(B). Geographical location in India from where the genetic material was taken
(C). Geographical location in India where the variety should not be grown
(D). Brief description of the variety including its DUS characteristics
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (C) only.
• B. (A), (B) and (D) only.
• C. (A), (C) and (D) only.
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only.

Hint:

The PPV&FR registration process focuses on establishing the identity, distinctiveness, and origin of the genetic resource.
Disclosing the geographical origin of the genetic material is legally required to comply with national benefit-sharing regulations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B