Which statement identifies what The Green Revolution relied upon genetic applications to accomplish?

(A) cure certain genetic diseases in humans

(B) determine which species are most closely related to humans

(C) synthesize new drugs expand the world's food production

(D) provide renewable energy sources

Synthesize new drugs expand the world's food production.

Explanation:

Green revolution was started in the 1960's with the main aim to increase the food production by 60-70% to feed the increasing population. The food grains especially rice and wheat.

The green revolution can be more beneficial by applying the benefits of the genetics. The discovery of the new drug or improvement in the earlier food products or the introduction of the desired drug protein in the food can improve the health of the organisms.

Thus, the correct answer is option (C).