Q622
Where is Indian Type Culture Collection Centre located?
A.
Chennai
B.
Mumbai
C.
Bhopal
D.
New delhi
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
The Indian Type Culture Collection Centre is located in New Delhi.The Indian Type Culture Collection (ITCC) was established in 1936 with the aim to provide knowledge and to furnish database for living plant associated fungi. It is the oldest fungal genetic resource centre in India.
ITCC is an affiliate member of the World Federation for Culture Collections (WFCC) and is registered with the World Data Centre for Microorganisms.
All groups of fungi which include plant pathogens, biocontrol agents, fungi for medical and industrial use and also plant pathogenic bacteria are being maintained at ITCC.