Bioprospecting is defined as a scientific and arranged look for useful products derived from bioresources including plants, microorganisms, animals, etc., which will be developed further for commercialization and overall benefits of the society. Bioprospecting is that the process of discovery and commercialization of latest products supported biological resources. These resources or compounds are often important for and useful in many fields, including pharmaceuticals, agriculture, bioremediation, and nanotechnology, among others. Biopiracy in India: The case of the aubergine. A lawsuit in India alleges that a US biotech firm genetically modified local seeds without permission.