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    Question

    A genetically modified variation of eggplant, named

    BT-brinjal, has been created. What is the primary objective behind this development?
    A to make it pest resistant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B to improve its taste and nutritive value Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C to make it drought resistant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D to make its shelf-life longer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The genetically modified brinjal in India has been developed for insect resistance. Bt Brinjal is a GM crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal.

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