Question

What is a genetically modified crop? Name any one such crop which is grown in India.

Answer 1

• The crop which has been developed by introducing a new gene from any other source, to obtain the desired character, is called a genetically modified (GM) crop. [2 Marks]
• Bt-Cotton is an example of a genetically modified crop that is made insect-resistant by introducing a new gene from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis. [1 Mark]