Other than resistance to pests, what are the prospects for which genetically engineered plants have been created?
- 1.To enable them to withstand drought
- 2.To increase the nutritive value of the produce
- 3.To enable them to grow and do photosynthesis in spaceships and space stations
- 4.To increase their shelf life
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: C. 1 and 3 only
Genetically engineered plants, beyond pest resistance, are developed for enhanced resilience to environmental stresses like drought, improving crop yields in challenging conditions. Furthermore, research is directed towards enabling plants to perform vital life functions, such as photosynthesis, in extraterrestrial environments like space stations, which is crucial for long-term space missions. Increasing nutritive value and shelf life are also common goals, but the question specifically asks for prospects beyond pest resistance and implies broader scientific applications.
Source: UPSC gs1 2012