Question:medium

Cytoplasmic male sterility is commonly used in hybrid seed production in the following crops:
(A). Wheat
(B). Sorghum
(C). Sunflower
(D). Corn
(E). Chickpea

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CMS is most effective in cross-pollinated crops (like corn and sunflower) and select self-pollinated crops with high outcrossing potential (like sorghum).
It is not commercially viable for strictly self-pollinating grain legumes like chickpea.
Updated On: Jul 13, 2026
  • (B), (C) and (D) only
  • (B), (C), (D) and (E) only
  • (A), (B) and (C) only
  • (A), (B), (C) and (D) only
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The Correct Option is A

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