Question

Emasculation in plant breeding is ________

• A. removal of anthers to prevent self pollination
• B. removal of carpels to prevent self pollination
• C. removal of sepals to prevent cross pollination
• D. removal of petals to prevent cross pollination

Answer 1

The correct option is A

removal of anthers to prevent self pollination

Emasculation is a biological term given for the procedure of removing stamens form a bisexual flower. Stamens are removed by forceps or hands taking care that other floral parts are not harmed. This is done to prevent self pollination and promote artificial cross pollination.