Select the correct statements from the following :
A-Plants, bacteria, fungi and animals whose genes have been altered by manipulation are called Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO).
B-Examples of lepidopterans are tobacco budworm, armyworm.
C-Golden rice is Vitamin ‘A’ enriched rice.
D-Gene therapy is the insertion of genes into an individual’s cells and tissues to treat diseases especially hereditary diseases.
Choose the correct answer from the given options.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) – A, B ,C and D
A: Correct. Plants, bacteria, fungi and animals whose genes have been altered by manipulation are called Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs).
B: Correct. Lepidopterans are an order of insects that includes tobacco budworm and armyworm, which are pests.
C: Correct. Genetic modification has enhanced nutritional value of food, e.g., golden rice, i.e., Vitamin ‘A’ enriched rice. Golden rice is genetically modified to be enriched with provitamin A (beta-carotene) to combat vitamin A deficiency.
D: Correct. Gene therapy involves the insertion of genes into an individual’s cells to treat genetic/hereditary diseases.