Step 1: Understanding the Question:
This question tests knowledge of genes and their functions in plant biotechnology.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
uidA (A):
Encodes \(\beta\)-glucuronidase (GUS) (III).
Used as a reporter gene.
Thus, A matches with III.
Cry1Ac (B):
Encodes an insecticidal protein (I).
Used in Bt crops.
Thus, B matches with I.
Bt brinjal (C):
Contains Cry1Ac gene.
Resistant to Fruit and Shoot Borer (IV).
Thus, C matches with IV.
DREB gene (D):
Encodes drought-responsive element binding protein.
Provides drought tolerance (II).
Thus, D matches with II.
Step 3: Final Answer:
Thus, the correct matching is A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II, which corresponds to option (A).
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