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Little leaf disease of Brinjal is caused by a/an

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Alga
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Fungus
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Mycoplasma
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Bacterium
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Solution

The correct option is C Mycoplasma
Little leaf disease of Brinjal is caused by a pathogenic mollicute, Phytoplasma. It was earlier called as a Mycoplasma-like organism (MLO). This disease is transmitted by Hishimonus phycitis vector. The main symptoms include very short leaves. It gives a bushy appearance to plant.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Mycoplasma.'

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