Zoology - Biotechnology and Its Applications Question with Solution | TestHub

Genetic modification of crops have resulted in

(i) Increased tolerance against abiotic stresses (cold, drought, salt and heat)
(ii) Reduced reliance on chemical pesticides (pest-resistant crops)
(iii) Reduced post-harvest losses
(iv) Enhanced nutritional value of food, e.g., vitamin-A enriched (golden rice).
(v) Increased efficiency of minerals used by the plants (this prevents early exhaustion of fertility of soil).