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    Paragraph for question 25 to 28 Mango (Mangifera indica) is one of the most important fruit crops cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. India, renowned for its diverse mango varieties, offers a delightful array of flavors and textures that cater to every palate. The popular varieties include Alphonso, Dasheri, Kesar, and Langra. Most of the south Indian varieties are regular bearer whereas the north Indian varieties are alternate bearer. In order to induce regular flowering in these varieties a is practiced. The b variety, often regarded as the “King of Mangoes,” is celebrated for its rich sweetness and creamy texture, particularly prominent in regions like Maharashtra and Gujarat but is susceptible to Spongy tissue disorder. The Langra, known for its unique tangy flavor and fibrous flesh, is popular in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Meanwhile, the Kesar mango from Gujarat is cherished for its vibrant color and intense aroma.

    The causal agent of anthracnose disease in mango is

    A Fusarium oxysporum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Colletotrichum gloesporoides Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Oidium mangiferae Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Xanthomonas campestris Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Alternaria alternata Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The fungus Colletotrichum gloeosporioides var minor is the causal agent of anthracnose disease in mango.

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