Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Aonla.
Explanation:
The "shoot gall maker" is a pest known as Betousa stylophora, which specifically attacks the aonla (Indian gooseberry) tree. The pest causes galls to form on the shoots of the plant.
Why other options are incorrect:
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(b) Banana:
While bananas are susceptible to various pests, the shoot gall maker is not one of them.
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(c) Apple:
Apples have their own set of pests, but the shoot gall maker is not typically associated with apple trees.
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(d) Ber:
Ber (Indian jujube) is another fruit tree, but the shoot gall maker is specific to the aonla.