Step 1: Understanding the resistance in cotton varieties.
Certain cotton varieties are resistant to specific pests. Smooth-leaved and nectarless cotton varieties are known to be less affected by bollworms, a common pest in cotton fields.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
(A) bollworms: Correct, these varieties are not affected by bollworms due to their structural and chemical defenses.
(B) jassids: Incorrect, jassids may still affect these cotton varieties.
(C) fruit borers: Incorrect, fruit borers can still affect cotton crops.
(D) stem borers: Incorrect, stem borers can attack these varieties as well.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (A) bollworms, as smooth-leaved and nectarless cotton varieties are resistant to these pests.