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Q.

Why is the removal of shoot tips (decapitation) commonly practiced in tea plantations and hedge- making?

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a

It increases the height of the plants by enhancing vertical growth.

b

It prevents the plants from flowering and producing fruits.

c

It reduces the overall maintenance required for the plants.

d

It promotes the growth of lateral (axillary) buds due to the reduction of apical dominance

answer is A.

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The removal of shoot tips (decapitation) promotes the growth of lateral (axillary) buds and suppresses the growth of apical buds. This is commonly practiced in tea plantations and hedge- making.

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