In India, research in genetic modification of organisms and safety issues are controlled by
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DBT
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IARI
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CSIR
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D
GEAC
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Solution
The correct option is B GEAC
GEAC stands for Genetic Engineering Approval Committee. it is a testing and appraisal committee in India that deals with the production of genetically modified organisms. These are the organisms prepared by recombinant DNA technology. The food obtained from GMO organisms are tested and approved before entering the commercial market. However, since these organisms are prepared by genetic engineering there are chances of these transgenic organisms having side effects on the health of animals that consume it