Question

Which of the following is not a common measure of controlling viral infections?

(a) Using healthy virus-free seeds

(b) Antibiotics

(c) Using resistant varieties

(d) Protection from insect vectors

This question was addressed to me during an online interview.

Question is from Plant Diseases caused by Viruses and Bacteria in section Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production of Biology – Class 12

Answer 1

Right choice is (b) Antibiotics

The explanation is: Pesticides and antibiotics are useless in controlling viral infections. Control is achieved through resistant varieties, using healthy virus-free seeds, protection from insect vectors, sterilisation of agricultural implements and sanitation.