AIPMT MAIN2008Botany-Plant Pathology

AIPMT MAIN 2008 Botany Disease Control Multiple Correct Question

Type: Multiple Correct-conceptual-Medium

Consider the following four measures (a - d) that could be taken to successfully grow chick-pea in an area where bacterial blight disease is common

(a) Spray with Bordeaux mixture

(b) Control of the insect vector of the disease pathogen

(c) Use of only disease-free seeds

(d) Use of varieties resistant to the disease

Which two of the above measures can control the disease?

A

(a) and (d)

B

(b) and (c)

C

(a) and (b)

D

(c) and (d)

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Bordeaux is used to control fungal diseases and no insect vector is reported for bacterial blight disease. Thus use of disease free seeds and disease resistant varieties can control the disease.

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