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You have developed a GM organism. Which government organisation will you approach to obtain clearance for its mass production? Why is such a body necessary? Give two reasons,

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The Indian government has set up the Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) which will make decisions. It is necessary for the following.
i. This body is necessary to monitor the morality of all human activ ities that might help or harm living organism.
ii. It will be responsible to make the decision regarding the validity of GM research and the safety of introducing GM organism for public services.
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