Tree-Insect Coevolution (Fig)
Question
Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only insect that can pollinate this tree ?
Options
Fig
Mahua
Sandalwood
Silk cotton
Explanation
The Fig tree exhibits a classic example of obligate mutualism and coevolution. Every species of fig is pollinated by a specific, corresponding species of fig wasp, which in turn relies entirely on the fig's inflorescence (the syconium) to lay its eggs and reproduce.
Answer: (a).
Question details
Year
2024
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q28
Subject
Environment
Sub-topic
Botany & Flora
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Static
Source hint
NCERT Biology Cl.12 / Fig-Wasp Obligate Mutualism & Coevolution
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