UPSC Optional 2013Question 25AnthropologyAge, Sex and Population Variation as Genetic Marker250 words

What are genetic markers and what is their usefulness ? Why are blood groups considered as good genetic markers ? Illustrate with examples. (Answer in 250 words)

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