Question

Mutation breeding involves

• A. Production of a variety with desirable characteristics by inducing mutations
• B. Production of a variety by crossing two parents that are developed through mutations
• C. Elimination of undesirable characters from a variety by inducing mutations
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is A Production of a variety with desirable characteristics by inducing mutations

It is possible to develop better crop varieties by inducing mutations artificially by use of chemicals or radiations and selecting and using the plants that have the desirable characteristics as a source in breeding. This process is called mutation breeding.