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Rice has been genetically modified to produce

A
Lipid
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Protein
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C
Carbohydrate
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D
Vitamin A
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Solution

The correct option is B Vitamin A
  • The rice crop was modified and incorporated with the gene for the production of a precursor of vitamin A, carotene.
  • This rice was termed as golden rice due to its yellow colour. Vitamin A deficiency severely affects a child's eyesight, weaken the immune system function and increase the risk of chronic conditions.
  • The rice which is the staple food can provide vitamin A and prevent loss of eyesight and night blindness.
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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