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The organisation which makes decision regarding the validity of GM research and the safety of introducing GM-organisms for public services is

A

Genetic Engineering Approval Committee

B

Genome Environment Action Committee

C

Genetic Environment Approval Committee

D

Genetics and Ethical Issue Action Committee

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Genetic modification of organisms can have unpredictable results when such organisms are introduced into the ecosystem. Therefore, the Indian Government gas set up organisations such as GEAC (Genetic Engineering Approval Committee), Which will make decisions regarding the validity of GM research adn the safety of introducing GM-organisms for public services
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