Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Helminthosporium oryzae was the causative agent for Irish Famine in 1845
Statement (II): Helminthosporium oryzae was the causative agent for Bengal Famine in 1943

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect
• C. Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct

Hint:

The Irish Potato Famine (1845-49) reduced Ireland's population by 20-25% through death and emigration.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Irish Famine (1845): Caused by Phytophthora infestans (Oomycete)
Bengal Famine (1943): Primarily man
made (WWII
related), though Helminthosporium affected rice yields
Helminthosporium oryzae causes brown spot of rice but wasn't primary famine cause