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Golden Rice (Oryza sativa) denotes a genetically modified rice capable of biosynthesizing and accumulating β-carotene (provitamin A) in the endosperm, yielding a characteristic yellow color in the polished grains. Golden rice was developed to help cope with vitamin A deficiency, a problem that prevails in developing countries, affecting millions (Underwood, 2000; UNICEF, 2000). Vitamin A deficiency causes mortality and growth retardation in children and frequently impairs vision, leading to blindness. It also contributes indirectly to anemia by interfering with iron bioavailability.

The endosperm of Golden Rice (Oryza sativa) is yellow due to the accumulation of β-carotene (provitamin A) and xanthophylls. The product of the two carotenoid biosynthesis transgenes used in Golden Rice results in Pale Yellow color.

The functions performed by trade unions can be classified into two groups: 

i.) Militant Functions

ii.) Fraternal Functions

Militant functions :

These activities include strike, lock outs, gherao etc which means putting up a fight with the management. Hence, they are called militant functions. They are carried out for following purposes: 

a.) Rise in wages

b.) Rise in the status of workers

c.) Protection against injustice

Fraternal functions :

These functions are carried out by the trade unions for the welfare of their employees which includes: 

a.) Measures to boost up the workers’ morale

b.) Foster self confidence

c.) Develop sincerity and discipline

d.) Protection to women workers against discrimination

The panchatantra was written by Vishnu sharma, an Indian scholar during the period of Gupta rule. It is during 3rd Century BCE.