Journal or Publishing Institution: Current Science
Author(s): Chokski, A.H.
Article Type: Journal Publication
Abstract:
The Bt brinjal debate has featured technological worries relating to genetically modified crops, which appear relatively minor in comparison to the critical issue of who controls Indian agriculture and therefore who controls food security in India. While there cannot be a mere technological fix to the problems of Indian agriculture, technology – and therefore GM – will still be part of the solutions. Sadly, techno-worries – pitched by many who are opposed to technology and modernity – have held centre stage in the Bt brinjal debates.
Keywords: Bt brinjal debate, Indian agriculture
Citation:
Chokski, A.H., 2010. Bt brinjal: premature approval for cultivation. Current Science, 98(6), 734.
Category:
- Environmental effects
- Regulatory issues
- Pesticide use
Record ID: 373
