Question

Given below are two statements
Statement I: In sugarcane true seed is known as 'fluff' whereas inflorescence is known as 'arrow'
Statement II: One year crop of sugarcane in peninsular India is known as Adsali
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate from the options given below

• A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
• B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
• C. Statement I is correct but Statement II is false
• D. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true

Hint:

Sugarcane planting types:
Adsali = 15--18 months (planted in July-Aug).
Eksali = 12 months (1 year, planted in Jan-Feb).
Fluff = True seed, Arrow = Inflorescence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Sugarcane agronomy defines specific botanical terminology and crop duration cycles across different agro-climatic zones of India.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
1. Statement I: The terminal open-branched panicle inflorescence of sugarcane is called an 'arrow', and its emergence is termed 'arrowing'. The tiny, true botanical seeds embedded in silken hairs are commercially termed 'fluff'. Thus, Statement I is correct.
2. Statement II: In peninsular India (e.g., Maharashtra), an Adsali sugarcane crop is planted during July--August and takes 15 to 18 months to mature. A one-year (12-month) crop planted in January--February is called Eksali. Thus, Statement II is false.

Step 3: Final Answer:
Therefore, Statement I is correct but Statement II is false, corresponding to option (C).