With reference to monoclonal antibodies often mentioned in news consider the following statements I ...........

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With reference to monoclonal antibodies, often mentioned in news, consider the following statements:

I. They are man-made proteins.

II. They stimulate immunological function due to their ability to bind to specific antigens.

III. They are used in treating viral infections like that of Nipah virus.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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UPSC CSE 2025 (General Studies-1)

I and II only

II and III only

I and III only

I, II and III

Here’s an explanation for each statement:
- Statement I: They are man-made proteins.
- Correct. Monoclonal antibodies are engineered in the lab to mimic the immune system's ability to fight pathogens.
- Statement II: They stimulate immunological function due to their ability to bind to specific antigens.
- Correct. Monoclonal antibodies bind to specific antigens to help the immune system target and destroy them.
- Statement III: They are used in treating viral infections like that of Nipah virus.
- Correct. Monoclonal antibodies have been developed to treat various viral infections, including the Nipah virus.
- Option 4: I, II and III
- Correct Answer: All statements are correct.