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A young child is diagnosed with blindness due to deficiency of a particular vitamin. Which among the following would be advisable to the child to overcome the deficiency?

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'Flavr Savr' tomato

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Canola

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Golden rice

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Bt - brinjal

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Solution

The correct option is C Golden rice
Golden rice is is genetically improved variety of rice rich in vitamin A. It can help in overcoming the deficiency of vitamin A.

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