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What are the reasons for the people's resistance to the introduction of BT brinjal in India?

  1. 1.BT brinjal has been created by inserting a gene from a soil fungus into its genome.
  2. 2.The seeds of BT brinjal are terminator seeds and therefore, the farmers have to buy the seeds before every season from the seed companies.
  3. 3.There is an apprehension that the consumption of BT brinjal may have adverse impact on health.
  4. 4.There is some concern that the introduction of BT brinjal may have adverse effect on the biodiversity.

Which of the above statements are correct?

  1. A.1, 2 and 3 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.3 and 4 only
  4. D.1,2,3 and 4
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. 3 and 4 only

Concerns regarding BT brinjal in India primarily revolved around potential health impacts and effects on biodiversity. Statement 1 is incorrect as BT brinjal incorporates a gene from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis, not a soil fungus. Statement 2 is also inaccurate; while terminator seed technology exists, it was not the primary stated reason for resistance to BT brinjal, and the issue was more about the GMO aspect itself rather than seed replacement.

Source: UPSC gs1 2012

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