AIPMT PRELIMS2006Zoology-Biotechnology

AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Zoology Genetically Modified Crops MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Golden rice is a promising transgenic crop. When released for cultivation, it will help in:

A

alleviation of vitamin-A deficiency

B

pest resistance

C

herbicide tolerance

D

producing a petrol-like fuel from rice

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Golden rice is genetically modified to produce beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A, to help alleviate vitamin A deficiency.

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