Marigold originated in

A. Eurasia

B. Mexico

C. China

D. India

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Marigold originated in Mexico.
Both types of marigold whether it is French or African are indigenous to Mexico and Guatemala. They were discovered in the early 16^th century and brought to Europe and Northern Africa in the late 16^th century where they were quickly adopted into gardens.
Marigold was originally flowers of the calendula family, also brightly colored in shades of orange and yellow.