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What is a GM crop ? Name any one such cr...

What is a GM crop ? Name any one such crop which is grown in India .

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Crops which are been developed by introducing a new gene from any other source e.g., bacteria or any other organism to obtain the desired character is called Genetically Modified (GM) crop. Bt cotton is an example of GM crop which is made insect-resistant by introducing a new gene from a bacteria.
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