Total marks 90.

Total time: 1 hr 30 minutes

Section A: 10 questions [5 marks each] …Write in single side of A4 sheet

Section B : 4 questions [10 marks each] … Write in both side of A4 sheet

1. Discuss the physical and biochemical changes associated with seed germination.
2. Discuss the mechanism of transmission of pathogenic micro-organisms in seed..
3. Briefly describe the types and mechanism of self pollination.
4. Discuss the basic seed structural difference between monocot and dicot.
5. Write the role of parthenocarpy and polyembryony in seed production.
6. Discuss the procedures of seed health test and rules.
7. Differentiate between orthodox and recalcitrant seeds.
8. Briefly discuss the international procedures of quarantine and phytosanitary
certificates.
9. Discuss the criteria for protection of EDVs and GM varieties.
10. Write short note on role of UPOV in development of plant breeders rights and seed industry
development.
Section B:

1. Discuss the essential features of PPV&FRA and how does it protect the interest of
breeders, researchers and farmers.
2. Explain briefly about ‘DUS’ testing its principles and application.
3. Differentiate between externally and internally seed borne pathogens. Discuss mode of
infection, spread and method of detection of seed borne diseases.
4. Define seed dormancy and its significance in agriculture. Discuss about the types and
mechanism of induction of seed dormancy. List the methods to overcome dormancy.