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The following hybridization crop variety is not an insect pest resistance variety
The following hybridization crop variety is not an insect pest resistance variety
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Always distinguish between resistance to pests and resistance to diseases — crop breeding goals differ for each.
Updated On: Jun 3, 2025
- Pusa Sawani
- Pusa Gaurav
- Pusa Komal
- Pusa Sem 2
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Pusa Komal is a cowpea variety known for disease resistance (especially against bacterial blight), not insect pest resistance.
Other varieties like Pusa Gaurav, Sawani, and Sem 2 are bred for insect pest resistance.
Other varieties like Pusa Gaurav, Sawani, and Sem 2 are bred for insect pest resistance.
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