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प्रश्न
How has the mutation breeding helped in improving crop varieties? Give one example where this technique has helped.
उत्तर
Mutational breeding: In this method, genetic variations are created, which then result in the creation of traits not found in the parental type. It has helped in creating disease resistant plants by providing resistance against bacterial, fungal and viral diseases.
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