Bitter gourd witches broom is caused by
A. Virus
B. Viroid
C. MLO
D. Boron deficiency
Answer: Option A
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Bitter gourd witches broom is caused by Virus.Witches' broom is a deformity in a woody plant, typically a tree, where the natural structure of the plant is changed. A dense mass of shoots grows from a single point, with the resulting structure resembling a broom or a bird's nest. It is sometimes caused by pathogens.
The normal hierarchy of buds is interrupted, and apices grow indiscriminately. This can be caused by cytokinin, a phytohormone that interferes with growth regulation.

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