Question

Self-pollination is

• A. Transfer of pollen grains from anthers to the stigma of the same flower
• B. Transfer of pollen grains from anthers to the stigma of a flower borne on the same plant
• C. Transfer of pollen grains from anthers to the stigma of another flower
• D. Transfer of pollen grains from anthers to the stigma of a flower of different species

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A

Transfer of pollen grains from anthers to the stigma of the same flower

B

Transfer of pollen grains from anthers to the stigma of a flower borne on the same plant

Self-pollination is the transfer of pollen grains from the anther to the stigma of the same flower or another flower borne on the same plant. External agencies are not required for self-pollination. Examples: tomatoes, peanuts, green pepper, brinjal, etc.