20 July 2026

COVID-19 Omicron sublineage in Andhra Pradesh

While the emergence of a new sublineage is a scientific development, it is a routine epidemiological update rather than a major policy shift or landmark scientific breakthrough, making it useful only as context for broader public health discussions.

Questions

1. Discuss the significance of genomic surveillance in managing emerging viral variants in India. How does the role of institutions like the National Institute of Virology (NIV) contribute to public health policy? 150 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following institutions is primarily responsible for conducting genome sequencing of viral samples in India to track COVID-19 variants?

   1. A National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
   2. B National Institute of Virology (NIV)
   3. C All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
   4. D Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)