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    Which insect is used to control Parthenium weed?
    Question

    Which insect is used to control Parthenium weed?

    A.

    Zygogramma bicolorata

    B.

    Crocidosema lantana

    C.

    Dactylopius tomentosus

    D.

    Neochetina eichhorniae

    E.

    Answer not known

    Correct option is A

    Parthenium is an invasive weed. Biological control is an eco-friendly method.
    Zygogramma bicolorata is a leaf-feeding beetle. It effectively reduces Parthenium growth.
    Other insects control different weeds. Therefore, option (a) is correct.

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