Question

Rice has been genetically modified to produce

• A. Lipid
• B. Protein
• C. Carbohydrate
• D. Vitamin A

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

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.