Question

An improved variety of transgenic basmati rice
(a) does not require chemical fertilizers and
growth hormones
(b) gives high yield and is rich in vitamin A
(c) is completely resistant to all insect pests
and diseases of paddy
(d) gives high yield but has no characteristic aroma

Answer 1

Answer:

option B

Explanation:

Golden rice is an improved variety of transgenic basmati rice, which gives high yield and rich in vitamin A. It is produced by the genetic modification of biosynthesize beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A).

Answer 2

Answer:

An improved variety of transgenic basmati rice

(a) does not require chemical fertilizers and

growth hormones

(b) gives high yield and is rich in vitamin A✔✔

(c) is completely resistant to all insect pests

and diseases of paddy

(d) gives high yield but has no characteristic aroma