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Pruning of tea plants is done to discard the effects of:

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G A_{3}

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Auxin

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Cytokinin

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ABA

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Solution

The correct option is B Auxin
Auxin is synthesised at apex. Pruning is removal of apex hence pruning discards the effects of auxin and supports the growth of lateral bud due to effect of cytokinin.

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