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Q94. Improper handling and storage of cereal grains and oilseeds result in the production of toxins known as aflatoxins which are not generally destroyed by the normal cooking process. Aflatoxins are produced by:

Improper handling and storage of cereal grains and oilseeds result in the production of toxins known as aflatoxins which are not generally destroyed by the normal cooking process. Aflatoxins are produced by:

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2013 • Environment and Ecology

Correct Answer: Option (C) — moulds

Concept & Option Breakdown

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Aflatoxins are naturally occurring, carcinogenic mycotoxins produced by certain fungi/moulds, predominantly Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. They proliferate when grains, maize, peanuts, and oilseeds are stored under warm and humid conditions.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2013 (Q94)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicEnvironment and Ecology → Pollution & Environmental Laws
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — moulds

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2013 Q94

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2013 GS Paper I Question 94 (Environment and Ecology)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2013 Environment and Ecology (Pollution & Environmental Laws) question is Option (C): "moulds". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2013 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Environment and Ecology" and micro-topic "Pollution & Environmental Laws". You can explore all repeated questions from Pollution & Environmental Laws in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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