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Which type of genetic disorder is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21?

Down’s syndrome is caused by trisomy of chromosome 21, leading to developmental and cognitive impairments. This follows from latest NCERT 2026-27 principle explaining the concept clearly for NEET students in simple steps as per rationalized syllabus.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook - Latest Edition for Academic Session 2026-27 (Botany section, Rationalized Textbook for Class XI and XII), Chapter: Biology - Botany portion (Latest NCERT Textbooks for Academic Session 2026-27 -