Question

Given below are two statements: 
• [Statement (I):] Sesbania is used as green manure crop. 
• [Statement (II):] In Sesbania, nodules are formed only on the roots. 
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below. 
 

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
• C. Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect.
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.

Hint:

Sesbania rostrata is a classic example of a stem-nodulating legume.
It forms symbiosis with Azorhizobium caulinodans, allowing it to fix nitrogen under flooded, anaerobic conditions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C