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[#661] Long day plant among the following is
Correct Answer

(C) Cluster bean

Explanation

Solution: Long day plant among the following is cluster bean . The plants which require more exposure to light are called long-day plants (LDP). The cluster bean is a tropical plant. It requires a warm growing season. The crop requires 30 to 35°C temperatures at the sowing time for proper germination and 32 to 38°C temperature encourages good vegetative growth, but the high temperature at the flowering stage can result in premature flower drop. It can tolerate temperatures as high as 45 - 46°C. It is a photosensitive and indeterminate crop.

[#662] Anti diabetic principle cheratin is present in
Correct Answer

(B) Bitter gourd

Explanation

Solution: Anti-diabetic principle cheratin is present in bitter gourd . Bitter gourd is traditionally known for its medicinal properties such as antidiabetic, anticancer, anti-inflammation, antivirus and cholesterol-lowering effects. It contains many phenolic compounds that may have the potential as antioxidants and antimutagen. It has several chemicals that seem to act like insulin and help to lower blood sugar levels.

[#663] Pusa sawani, Pusa Makhamali and Punjab Padmani are the varieties of
Correct Answer

(D) Okra

Explanation

Solution: Pusa sawani, Pusa Makhamali and Punjab Padmani are the varieties of Okra . Pusa Sawani: It is a cross between IC-1542 and Pusa Makhmali and was released from IARI, New Delhi. It has dark green, smooth fruits with five ridges. The fruits are about 10 to 12 cm long at the marketable stage suitable throughout the year. Pusa Mahakali: It is developed by IARI, New Delhi. Its fruits are of light green color. Punjab Padmini: It is developed by Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Fruits are quick growing, hairy and of dark green colour. Ready to harvest within 55 - 60 days after sowing. It is tolerant of the yellow vein mosaic virus. Gives an average yield of 40 - 48 qtl/acre.

[#664] Pigment in purple coloured carrots is
Correct Answer

(C) Anthocyanin

Explanation

Solution: The pigment in purple-coloured carrots is Anthocyanin . Purple carrots grow mostly in southern Europe and Asia. Purple carrots contain anthocyanins, a pigment that acts as powerful antioxidants, grabbing and holding on to harmful free radicals in the body. Anthocyanins also help prevent heart disease by slowing blood clotting.

[#665] Habit of black pepper vine is
Correct Answer

(C) Perennial

Explanation

Solution: A habit of black pepper vine is Perennial. Black pepper (Piper nigrum L.) (Family: Piperaceae) is a perennial vine grown for its berries and extensively used as a spice and in medicine. India is one of the major producers, consumers, and exporters of black pepper in the world. It is an understory plant that climbs up trees and grows in dappled light. When grown as a houseplant, it needs moderate light in an east or west window and it should be placed directly on the windowsill or close to your light source if grown in a light