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Which eco-friendly technique is being piloted in 2025 to conserve stone monuments using bio-consolidants derived from bacteria?

  1. Microbial Induced Calcite Precipitation
  2. Nanoparticle coating
  3. Laser cleaning
  4. Polymer sealing

Answer: Microbial Induced Calcite Precipitation

MICP (2025 pilot) uses bacteria to precipitate calcium carbonate, strengthening weathered stone without chemicals. Tested at Qutub Minar and Khajuraho, it offers sustainable alternative to synthetic consolidants.

Topic Recent Developments - Green Conservation 2025
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC