GM Crop Cultivation Approval in India
Among the genetically modified (GM) crops listed, only Bt Cotton has received approval for legal commercial cultivation in India.
Bt Cotton incorporates genes from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), which allows the plant to produce its own insecticide, offering resistance against specific bollworm pests. Its widespread cultivation in India began after rigorous safety assessments and regulatory approvals.
While other GM crops like Bt Brinjal and GM Mustard have undergone research and field trials, they have faced significant regulatory delays or opposition, and are not yet approved for large-scale commercial cultivation in India.
Bt Potato has also not been approved for commercial cultivation in India, though it may be used in specific research contexts.
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