Q11 / 180 · AIIMS 2010 · Botany

Which of the following has highest diversity in India?

Correct answer
A
Mango
B
Dolphin
C
Tiger
D
Orchids

Solution

A single species might show high diversity at the genetic level over its distributional range. India has more than 50,000 genetically different strains of rice, and 1,000 varieties of mango.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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