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In India, the organisation responsible for assessing the safety of introducing genetically modified organisms for public use is:

1. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
2. Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
3. Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)
4. Research Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM)

Correct answer: Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)

Solution

The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) is the apex body in India that evaluates the safety of genetically modified organisms for environmental release and public use. The other options are research or advisory bodies, not the final approving authority.

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