Step 1: Concept
Principles of inheritance, chromosomal theory, and linkage.
Step 2: Analysis
* Statement A is incorrect: Tightly linked genes show lower, not higher, recombination.
* Statement B is correct: Sutton (along with Boveri) proposed the chromosomal theory of inheritance.
* Statement C is correct: The chromosomal theory of inheritance is based on the observation that the behavior of chromosomes during meiosis parallels the behavior of genes.
* Statement D is incorrect: Mendel's contrasting traits for seed shape were round and wrinkled, not inflated and wrinkled (inflated/constricted refers to pod shape).
Step 3: Conclusion
Statements B and C are correct.
Final Answer: (D)