Question

A pure homozygous line, obtained by continuous self-pollination is called a

• A. Cultivar
• B. Species
• C. Variety
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Cultivar

A cultivar is a plant with desirable characteristics that can be maintained by propagation. By means of hybridisation, we obtain superior progeny. These superior progenies are self-pollinated for several generations to create homozygous pure lines, where the characters will not segregate in the progeny. This pure line thus developed, is called a cultivar.