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Dr. Lalji Singh, born in a village in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, brought DNA fingerprinting to India. His technique was first used in an Indian court in 1991 and has since helped solve crimes, settle family cases and protect endangered animals. He directed CCMB, Hyderabad, and later served as Vice-Chancellor of Banaras Hindu University.
Key contributions
- Developed DNA fingerprinting in India; first used as court evidence in 1991
- Helped found the Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics and LaCONES for endangered species
- Director of CCMB, Hyderabad; Vice-Chancellor of BHU
- Padma Shri (2004)