Question

In India, the organisation responsible for assessing the safety of introducing genetically modified organisms for public use is :

(1) Research Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM)

(2) Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

(3) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

(4) Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)

Answer 1

Ans : (4) Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)

Explanation :

Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) which was established under the ministry of environment forest and climatic change approves the introduction of genetically modified organisms for public use due to various safety concerns.