Question

It is suggested to supply Atlas-66 variety of Wheat grains to the malnutrient communities.

1. Name the technology used to produce Atlas 66?

2. Explain it

3. Give four examples of bio fortified crops released by IARI, New Delhi.

Answer 1

1. Bio fortification.

2. It is the breeding of crop with higher level of vitamin& Minerals or higher protein & healthier fats. It is the most practical means to improve public health.

3. IARI, New Delhi, released vitamin enriched carrots, Spinach, pumkin vitamin c enriched bitter gourd, mustard,tomato& calcium enriched spinach & protein enriched beans – Broad lablab, French beans & garden peas.