UPSC 2020: Which of the following statements are correct regarding the general difference between plant and animal cells ? 1. Plant cells have cellulose cell walls whilst animal cells do not. 2. Plant cells do not have plasma membrane unlike animal cells which do. 3. Mature plant cell has one large vacuole whilst animal cell has many small vacuoles. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

The correct answer is option (c): 1 and 3 only.

This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2020, GS Paper 1, as Question 47. It falls under Science & Technology > Biology.

This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.

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