Question

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Making a notch below a bud by removing a wedge shaped piece of bark is known as nicking and it helps in formation of fruit bud
Reason (R) : Nicking ensures accumulation of carbohydrates from the leaves to the bud which help in the formation of fruit bud

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
• C. (A) is true but (R) is false.
• D. (A) is false but (R) is true.

Hint:

Remember:
- Notching (Above the bud): Blocks downward auxin flow from the shoot apex, promoting vegetative shoot growth.
- Nicking (Below the bud): Blocks downward carbohydrate flow to the roots, promoting reproductive fruit bud formation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A