NEETBiologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsMCQ+4 / −1
Which body of the Government of India regulates GM research and safety of introducing GM organisms for public services ?
- AResearch Committee on Genetic Manipulation
- BGenetic Engineering Approval Committee
- CIndian Council of Agricultural Research
- DBio - safety committee
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Correct answer: B
Genetic modification of organisms can have unpredictable results, when such organisms are introduced into the ecosystem. Therefore, the Indian Government has set up organizations such as GEAC (Genetic Engineering Approval Committee), which makes decisions regarding the validity of GM research and the safety of introducing GM-organisms for public services.
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