Question: Which of the following is a hybrid variety of mango?
Options:
(a) Dashehari (1)
(b) Chausa (2)
(c) Langra (3)
(d) Amrapali (4)
Amrapali is a hybrid variety of mango developed in India by crossing Dashehari and Neelum varieties. It is known for its regular and abundant fruiting, dwarf growth habit, and delicious taste.
📌Other Options Explanations:
(a) Dashehari: A popular mango variety from North India, known for its sweet and fibrous pulp.
(b) Chausa: Another popular mango variety, originating from Bihar, known for its sweet, juicy, and almost fiberless pulp.
(c) Langra: A mango variety from Uttar Pradesh, famous for its unique flavor and aroma.
🛑 Additional Information:::
Hybrid Varieties
Malika (Neelum X Dashehari)
• Realizing Institute : Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi.
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Amrapali (Dashehari X Neelum)
• Realizing Institute : Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi.
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Ratna (Neelum X Alphonso)
• Realizing Institute : Konkan Krishi Vidyapith, Maharashtra.
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Sindhu (Ratna back-crossed with Alphonso)
• Realizing Institute : Konkan Krishi Vidyapith, Maharashtra.
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Arka Aruna (Banganapalli X Alphonso)
• Realizing Institute : Indian Institute of Horticulture Research (IIHR), Bangalore.
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Arka Neelkiran (Alphoso x Neelum)
• Realising Institute : Indian Institute of Horticulture Research (IIHR), Bangalore.