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In India, the organisation responsible for assessing the safety of introducing genetically modified organisms for public use is
A
Research Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM)
B
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
C
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
D
Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)
Explanation
GEAC appraises the safety of GM organisms in India.
Detailed Solution
The Indian Government has set up organisations such as GEAC (Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee), which make decisions regarding the validity of GM research and the safety of introducing GM organisms for public services (direct from NCERT).