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The genetically engineered 'golden rice is rich in which of the following?
A) Vitamin-A and nicotinic acid
B) B-carotene, vitamin-A and folic acid
C) B-carotene and iron
D) Vitamin-A and niacin
Correct Answer:
B) B-carotene, vitamin-A and folic acid
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