AIPMT PRELIMS2008Botany-Plant Pathology
AIPMT PRELIMS 2008 Botany Disease Management Multiple Correct Question
Type: Multiple Correct-conceptual-Medium
Consider the following four measures (1-4) that could be taken to successfully grow chickpea in an area where bacterial blight disease is common:
(i) Spray with Bordeaux mixture
(ii) Control of the insect vector of the disease pathogen
(iii) Use of only disease-free seeds
(iv) Use of varieties resistant to the disease
Which two of the above measures can control the disease?
A
(iii) and (iv)
B
(i) and (iv)
C
(ii) and (iii)
D
(i) and (ii)
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Using disease-free seeds and resistant varieties are effective measures to control bacterial blight as they prevent the introduction and spread of the pathogen.
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