NEETZoologyBiotechnology and Its Applications
What is the purpose of GEAC (Genetic Engineering Approval Committee)?
Options
- ATo evaluate the morality of human activities that might help or harm living organisms
- BTo regulate the manipulation of living organisms by the human race
- CTo make decisions regarding the validity of GM research and the safety of introducing GM-organisms for public
- DTo control the problems with patents granted for the usage of living organisms for public services
Correct answer
C. To make decisions regarding the validity of GM research and the safety of introducing GM-organisms for public
Step-by-step solution
The manipulation of living organisms by the human race cannot go on any further, without regulation. Some ethical standards are required to evaluate the morality of all human activities that might help or harm living organisms. Going beyond the morality of such issues, the biological significance of such things is also important. Genetic modification of organisms can have unpredicatable results when such organisms are introduced into the ecosystem. Therefore, the Indian Government has set up organisations such as G