Strategies For Enhancement In Food Production Question 271

Question: Reserpine is an alkaloid obtained from [BVP 2000]

Options:

A) Aswagandha

B) Sarpgandha

C) Opium

D) Cannabis

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Reserpine is an alkaloid obtained from roots of Rauwolfia serpentina, (sarpgandha) family Apocynaceae.

It is used in treatment of blood pressure, snake bite and mental disorders.