The pesticide useful in the control of aphids, caterpillars, plant bugs and borers is

Aldrin

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DDT

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Endosulphan

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BHC

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Solution

The correct option is D Endosulphan
A. Aldrin is used for controlling soil insects such as grasshoppers, termites etc.
B. DDT (dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) is used for controlling insects causing the diseases such as malaria, bubonic plague.
C. Endosulphan is used for controlling many insects and termites such as aphids, caterpillars, plant bugs and borers and hence, it is also used as wood preservative.
D. BHC (Benzene Hexachloride) is used for controlling scabies and lice.
So, the correct answer is 'Endosulphan'.

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