What binding components complimentary to the plant lectins present on surface of the pathogens are called?

Correct option is D

Correct option: (d) Elicitors
· Elicitors bind to plant receptors/lectins and trigger defense responses like phytoalexin production.
Other options:
· (a) Suppressors – Inhibit plant defense, not bind lectins.
· (b) Antibiotics – Antimicrobial compounds, unrelated.
· (c) Antigen – Induces immune response in animals, not specific to plant lectins.