Clones of animals are being produced through the practice of-

Genetics

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Embryology

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Biotechnology

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Solution

The correct option is D Biotechnology
Clones are products of asexual reproduction, where the progeny is genetically and morphologically identical to the parent. It occurs naturally in lower organisms or invertebrates but rarely in higher organisms where sexual reproduction is the only mode of reproduction. Here, it is achieved through biotechnology. Example, Sheep Dolly.
So, the correct answer is 'Biotechnology'

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