Question

Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) is always a debatable topic among scientists, academicians and public. State any four usefulness of GMOs.

Answer 1

Advantages of genetic modification:

i. Human insulin can be manufactured which can be given to diabetic patients.

ii. Pseudomonas putida also called super bug is used to clean up oil spills in marine waters. This is called bioremediation.

iii. Production of genetically modified crops such as Bt cotton and Bt brinjal which are insect resistant. Production of genetically modified animals such as cows for increased milk production.