Question

What is the planting ratio for hybrid seed production in brinjal crop? Planting ratio, Male:Female

• A. \(1:8\)
• B. \(1:5\)
• C. \(1:2\)
• D. \(1:3\)

Hint:

In brinjal hybrid seed production, the male:female planting ratio is commonly taken as \(1:5\).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
In hybrid seed production, male and female parent rows are planted in a proper ratio to ensure effective pollination and good seed set.

Step 1: Understand planting ratio.
The planting ratio tells how many male rows are planted with female rows. \[ \text{Planting ratio}=\text{Male}:\text{Female} \]

Step 2: Brinjal hybrid seed production.
For hybrid seed production in brinjal, the commonly used male to female planting ratio is: \[ 1:5 \]

Step 3: Interpretation.
This means one male row is planted for five female rows. \[ \therefore \text{Correct Answer is (B)} \]