Q. Given below are two statements: Statement I: Cleistogamous flowers are invariably autogamous Statement II: Cleistogamy is disadvantageous as there is no chance for cross pollination In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.
A) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
B) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
C) Both statement I and statement II are incorrect
D) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
Explanation
[Solution] Cleistogamous flowers never open, so they are invariably autogamous; this prevents cross-pollination, which is a disadvantage. Both statements are correct. Answer (2).
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