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Question
Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOT)
‘P’ is a gene required for the synthesis of vitamin A. It is integrated with genome of ‘Q’ to produce genetically modified plant ‘R’.
- What is P, Q and R?
- State the importance of ‘R’ in India.
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Solution
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The P, Q and R:
- P – Beta – carotene gene.
- Q – Prevent vitamin A deficiency.
- R – Golden rice.
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Importance of rice in India:
- Rice is the most important staple food for millions of people in developing countries like India.
- Beta – carotene is produced in the endosperm of the grain. It could control the chronic health problems caused by vitamin A deficiency, especially among the poor in developing countries like India.
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