Question

What is the botanical name of santra?

• A. Citrus reticulata
• B. Annona squamosa
• C. Cocos nucifera
• D. Vitis vinifera
• A. Rhamnaceae
• B. Myrtaceae
• C. Annonaceae
• D. Rutaceae
• A. Stone grafting
• B. Air layering
• C. 'T' budding
• D. Suckers
• A. Muscat
• B. Gola
• C. Sardar
• D. Kinnow
• A. 80-160 fruits/trees
• B. 180-200 fruits/trees
• C. 200-280 fruits/trees
• D. 300-600 fruits/trees

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Correct Answer: (A) Citrus reticulata

Explanation: The botanical name of Santra, commonly known as mandarin orange, is Citrus reticulata. It belongs to the Rutaceae family. Santra is widely appreciated for its refreshing flavor and high Vitamin C content. It is commonly grown in subtropical and tropical climates and is cultivated for its juice, which has health benefits. The other options are unrelated:

Annona squamosa is the botanical name for the sugar apple.

Cocos nucifera refers to the coconut tree.

Vitis vinifera is the botanical name for the grapevine.

Answer 2

The botanical name for mandarin orange, commonly known as santra, is Citrus reticulata.

Answer 3

Correct Answer: (D) Rutaceae

Explanation: Mandarin orange (Botanical name: Citrus reticulata) belongs to the family Rutaceae, which is commonly known as the rue or citrus family. This family includes many important fruit-bearing plants such as oranges, lemons, and limes, which are known for their fragrant oils and rich nutritional content. The other families listed are unrelated to mandarin oranges:

Rhamnaceae is the family of jujubes.

Myrtaceae is the family of guava and clove.

Annonaceae is the family of custard apple and soursop.

Answer 4

Mandarin orange belongs to the Rutaceae family, which includes citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

Answer 5

Correct Answer: (C) 'T' budding

Explanation: Mandarin oranges are commercially propagated primarily through 'T' budding. This method involves inserting a bud from the desired variety of mandarin into a rootstock, typically a rootstock like jambiri or rangpur lime. The 'T' shaped cut in the rootstock allows the bud to be inserted, and once the bud is secure, it grows into a new plant. This method ensures that the new plants will have the same characteristics as the parent plant, maintaining fruit quality and yield.

The other options:

Stone grafting is used for certain fruit trees but is not common for mandarin oranges.

Air layering is a propagation method used for certain types of plants but not typically for mandarin oranges.

Suckers are used for some plants, but mandarin oranges are usually propagated by grafting or budding, not by suckers.

Answer 6

Mandarin oranges are typically propagated commercially using the ’T’ budding technique, which involves inserting a bud from one plant onto the rootstock of another.

Answer 7

Correct Answer: (D) Kinnow

Explanation: Kinnow is a hybrid variety of mandarin orange (santra) that is widely cultivated, particularly in regions like Punjab, India. It is known for its juicy, sweet, and tangy flavor, making it one of the most popular varieties of citrus fruits.

The other options are not varieties of mandarin orange:

Muscat refers to a type of grape variety, not a mandarin orange.

Gola is a variety of apple, not a mandarin orange.

Sardar is also a variety of orange but not specifically a mandarin orange like Kinnow.

Answer 8

Kinnow is a popular variety of mandarin orange (santra) cultivated extensively for its juicy and flavorful fruits.

Answer 9

Correct Answer: (A) 80-160 fruits/trees

Explanation: The average yield of the mandarin orange crop, specifically varieties like Nagpur Santra and Kinnow, typically ranges between 80 to 160 fruits per tree, depending on the variety, growing conditions, and care provided to the trees.

Answer 10

The average yield for mandarin orange trees is approximately 80 to 160 fruits per tree, depending on the cultivation practices and growing conditions.