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Biology Question on Applications of Biotechnology

GEAC stands for

A

Genome Engineering Action Committee

B

Ground Environment Action Committee

C

Genetic Engineering Approval Committee

D

Genetic and Environment Approval Committee

Answer

Genetic Engineering Approval Committee

Explanation

Solution

Genetic modification of organisms can have unpredictable results when such organisms are introduced into the ecosystem. Therefore, the Indian Government has set up organisations such as GEAC ( Genetic Engineering Approval Committee), Which makes decisions regarding the validity of GM research and the safety of introducing GM-organisms for public services.