In Mimosa pudica, the placentation is

Basal

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Marginal

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Parietal

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Axile

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Solution

The correct option is B Marginal
Mimosa pudica belongs to the family Leguminosae. It shows monocarpellary apocarpous gynoecium with the placenta being developed on the ridge along the ventral suture and the ovules are borne on this ridge. This type of placentation is called marginal placentation.
Hence, the correct answer is 'Marginal'

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