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What do you mean by"Biopiracy" Give an e...

What do you mean by"Biopiracy" Give an example?

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Biopiracy refers to the use of bio-resources by multinational companies and other oganizations without proper authorizations from the countries and people concerned eg. Basmati rice grown in India, is distinct for its unique flavour and aroma but an American company got patent rights on Basmati through US patent.
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