“Gingelly oil” or “til oil” is obtained from the seeds ofA) Archis hypogea B) Brassica campestris C) Carthamus tinctorius D) Sesamum indicum

Answer: D) Sesamum indicum
Gingelly oil, also known as til oil or sesame oil, is a vegetable oil derived from the seeds of the plant Sesamum indicum. It is commonly used for cooking, medicinal purposes, and as a flavor enhancer in various cuisines.
1. Sesamum indicum:
o Belongs to the Pedaliaceae family.
o It produces small, oval seeds that are rich in oil content (approximately 40-50% oil).
o The seeds can be white, brown, or black, and the oil extracted has a distinct nutty aroma.
2. Why not other options?:
o A) Archis hypogea: Commonly known as groundnut or peanut, it is the source of peanut oil, not gingelly oil.
o B) Brassica campestris: Known as mustard, it is used to produce mustard oil, which has a pungent flavor.
o C) Carthamus tinctorius: Commonly known as safflower, it is the source of safflower oil, a light and flavorless cooking oil.
Thus, the correct answer is D) Sesamum indicum, as it is the plant from which gingelly oil or til oil is obtained.