Question

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 1

Answer: (C)

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.