The commonest antimalarial drug is obtained from

roots of Cinchona tree

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bark of Cinchona tree

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leaf of Cinchona tree

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any part of the plant.

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Solution

The correct option is B
bark of Cinchona tree

The correct option is B:
Explanation of correct option
The bark of cinchona tree contains an alkaloid called Quinine which is used as antimalarial drug.
Final answer: The commonest antimalarial drug is obtained from bark of Cinchona tree

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