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Per NCERT, which plant group FIRST evolved TRUE roots, stems, leaves, AND vascular tissues (xylem + phloem) — but still requires water for reproduction and lacks seeds?
ABryophyta
BThallophyta
CAngiosperms
DPteridophyta (e.g. ferns)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Pteridophyta (e.g. ferns)
Per NCERT §12.6.4, Pteridophytes (ferns) have vascular tissue + true organs but need water for reproduction + lack seeds. The other groups differ.
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