The botanical name of the peepal tree is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The botanical name of the peepal tree is:
A. Mangifera indica
B. Ficus benghalensis
C. Ficus religiosa
D. Azadirachta indica
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Ficus religiosa is the sacred fig or peepal tree. Ficus benghalensis is the banyan tree, Azadirachta indica is neem, and Mangifera indica is mango. The peepal tree has heart-shaped leaves with a characteristic elongated tip, and is of religious significance in India.

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