In 2025, ISRO sprouted which of the following seeds in space under microgravity conditions?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) Cowpea seeds
Explanation:
• ISRO conducted microgravity plant growth experiments.
• The experiment was carried out in 2025.
• Cowpea seeds successfully sprouted in space.
• The experiment supported space agriculture research.
• Therefore, cowpea seeds were used.
Information Booster:
• The experiment supports long-duration human space missions.
• Plant studies help in life-support systems.
• It aligns with Gaganyaan-related research.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
(A) Chickpea
• No reported microgravity sprouting experiment.
• Not part of ISRO study.
(B) Kidney bean
• Used in other biological studies.
• Not reported by ISRO in 2025.
(D) Soybean
• Common terrestrial crop.
• Not used in this space experiment.