Explanation

Genetic modification of crops have resulted in (i) Increased tolerance against abiotic stresses (cold, drought, salt and heat) (ii) Reduced reliance on chemical pesticides (pest-resistant crops) (iii) Reduced post-harvest losses (iv) Enhanced nutritional value of food, $e.g.,$ vitamin-A enriched (golden rice) (v) Increased efficiency of minerals used by the plants (this prevents early exhaustion of fertility of soil)