Question

Which of the following is NOT a round fruited variety of Brinjal?

• A. Arka Shirish
• B. Pusa Bhairav
• C. Punjab Sadabahar
• D. Pant Rituraj

Hint:

Brinjal varieties are diverse in fruit shape.
Round types: Pusa Bhairav, Pant Rituraj, often Punjab Sadabahar (can be oval-round).
Long types: Arka Shirish. To answer such questions, familiarity with common varieties of a crop is needed.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Brinjal (eggplant) varieties exhibit a wide range of fruit shapes, including round, oval, long, and oblong. This question requires knowledge of specific brinjal varieties and their fruit characteristics.
(1) Arka Shirish: This variety, developed by IIHR, is known for its long, purple fruits. It is generally not a round-fruited variety.
(2) Pusa Bhairav: This variety is generally characterized by medium to large, round, dark purple fruits and is known for its resistance to Phomopsis blight. It is a round-fruited variety.
(3) Punjab Sadabahar: This is an F1 hybrid known for its round to oval, purple fruits and is suitable for year-round cultivation in some areas. It is considered a round/oval type.
(4) Pant Rituraj: This variety is known for its round, purple fruits and is also popular for its adaptability. It is a round-fruited variety. Based on these characteristics, Arka Shirish is the variety among the options that is typically not round-fruited; it is known for its long fruits. Arka Shirish