Question

Collection of genetic variability is required in plant breeding programme because

• A. It leads to inbreeding depression in hybrids
• B. It is the root of any breeding programme
• C. Diverse alleles in germplasm helps you to choose desirable charters
• D. Both (2) and (3)

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both (2) and (3)

Genetic variability is the cornerstone of breeding with the advent of molecular biology, traditional interspecific, intergenetic and plant type barriers to gene transfer have been removed. By isolating the gene for a particular trait and inserting it into a new host by a range of techniques the gene becomes a part of the host.DNA.

So, the correct option is 'Both (2) and (3)'.