Question:

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Kashi Bhairav is a F1 hybrid of Brinjal.
Statement (II): Shitla Jyoti is a F1 hybrid of watermelon.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

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Hybrids starting with 'Kashi' are developed by IIVR, Varanasi. 'Sheetal' and 'Shitla' varieties are commonly developed for cole crops (like cabbage) or salad crops (like cucumber).
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation



Step 1: Understanding the Concept:

Identifying important horticultural vegetable hybrids, their origin, and crop classification is necessary for professional horticultural exams.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:

- Statement (I) is true: 'Kashi Bhairav' (VRB-10) is indeed a high-yielding $F_1$ hybrid of brinjal (eggplant, Solanum melongena L.) developed by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (IIVR), Varanasi. It is known for its long, purple fruits and resistance to major bacterial wilt.
- Statement (II) is false: 'Shitla Jyoti' (often spelled Sheetla Jyoti) is not a hybrid of watermelon. It is a popular $F_1$ hybrid variety of cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) characterized by round, compact heads with high transport resistance.
Therefore, Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.

Step 3: Final Answer:

Statement (I) is true, and Statement (II) is false.
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