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With reference to the Neem tree, consider the following statements: 1. Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites. 2. Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents. 3. Neem oil has applications in the pharmaceutical industry. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the Neem tree, consider the following statements: 1. Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites. 2. Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents. 3. Neem oil has applications in the pharmaceutical industry. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Correct Answer 1 and 3 only

The correct answer is 1 and 3 only.

  • Azadirachta indica is commonly known as neem tree.
    • It is a tree in the mahogany family Meliaceae.
    • Neem Tree can grow up to 30 m tall and 2.5 m in girth. 
    • The roots penetrate the soil deeply, at least where the site permits, and, particularly when injured, they produce suckers.
  • The tree is easily propagated - both sexually and vegetatively. It can be planted using seeds, seedlings, saplings, root suckers, or tissue culture.
  • Neem leaf has various properties such as antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, and immune upregulation. It is used in the pharmaceutical industry. Hence statement 3 is correct.
    • Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites. Hence statement 1 is correct.
  • It is also used for skin diseases and digestive system disorders.
  • Neem Oil can also be obtained from solvent extraction of the neem seed and this solvent-extracted oil is mostly used for soap manufacturing.
    • Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites. Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents (not any particular source). Hence statement 2 is not correct. (According to UPSC Official Answer key)

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