The noctuid which is common pest to both pigeonpea and chickpea is

A. Chilo zonellus

B. Adisura atkinsoni

C. Helicoverpa armigera

D. Sesamia inference

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The noctuid which is common pest to both pigeonpea and chickpeas is Helicoverpa armigera.
Helicoverpa armigera is a species of Lepidoptera in the family Noctuidae. It is known as the cotton bollworm, corn earworm, or scarce bordered straw. The larvae feed on a wide range of plants, including many important cultivated crops.
The greatest damage is caused to cotton, tomatoes, maize, pigeon peas, chick peas, alfalfa, and tobacco.