On 17th March 2020, Ministry of Science & Technology said that the Scientists from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) had developed a material called ‘hemostat’ that concentrates the natural clotting factors in blood by physically absorbing excess fluid. The product is mainly made up of which biodegradable materials?
1. Polythene film
2. Starch
3. Synthetic polymer
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is: (C) 2 only
Explanation:
· The Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) developed a ‘hemostat’ material that accelerates blood clotting by absorbing excess fluid.
· The product is mainly made from starch, a biodegradable and natural polymer.
· It is designed to be biocompatible and cost-effective, especially useful in trauma care and wound healing.
Information Booster:
· The material mimics the natural clotting process by concentrating platelets and clotting factors.
· INST is an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST).
· Starch-based hemostats are non-toxic and biodegradable, reducing infection risks.
· These are useful for military personnel, accident victims, and surgical applications.
· Developed under India’s push for indigenous biomedical solutions.
Additional Information:
· Polythene film (Option 1): Non-biodegradable and not used in this product.
· Synthetic polymer (Option 3): Not used in this formulation; INST focused on natural, plant-based starch to enhance safety and biodegradability.