Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Male sterility is characterized by nonfunctional pollen grains, while female gametes function normally.
Statement II: Male sterility is found common in rose, ageratum and chrysanthemum flower crops.
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:

Male sterility is primarily of three types: Genetic (GMS), Cytoplasmic (CMS), and Cytoplasmic-Genetic (CGMS). CMS is most widely used in horticulture for hybrid seed production.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A