Biotechnology and Its Applications Question 16

16. Consider the following statements (A-D) about organic farming:

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(A) Utilizes genetically modified crops like $B t$ cotton

(B) Uses only naturally produced inputs like compost

(C) Does not use pesticides and urea

(D) Produces vegetables rich in vitamins and minerals

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) (B), (C) and (D)

(b) (C) and

(c) (B) and (C) only

(d) (A) and

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Answer : c

Hints & Solutions

(c) Organic farming is the form of agriculture that relies on the techniques like crop rotation, green manure, compost and biological pest control.