$$ extbf{Solution:}$$ $$ullet$$ Golden rice is a newly developed genetically modified variety of rice produced by genetic engineering. $$ullet$$ Golden rice produces beta-carotene, giving the rice a yellow (Golden) colour. $$ullet$$ It was developed as a supplement to treat vitamin A deficiency. This dietary deficiency is the leading cause of childhood blindness and the leading cause of death in children under the age of five worldwide. $$ullet$$ It was created by Peter Beyer. His goal was to create a fortified food that can be grown and consumed in areas where dietary vitamin A is scarce. That's why, he developed golden rice.