environment hard MCQ

Which of the following is a potential environmental risk associated with genetically modified (GM) crops?

  1. Increased crop yield only
  2. Gene flow to wild relatives, development of resistant pests, and impacts on non-target organisms
  3. Reduced need for any management
  4. Universal acceptance by all farmers

Answer: Gene flow to wild relatives, development of resistant pests, and impacts on non-target organisms

While GM crops offer benefits, ecological concerns include biodiversity effects, resistance evolution, and socio-economic issues requiring careful assessment.

Topic Agriculture and Environment
Exam Relevance UPSC