Chromosomes are arranged in pairs on the metaphase plate during:

  • A
    Metaphase
  • B
    Metaphase-$I$
  • C
    Metaphase-$II$
  • D
    All of the above

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The various stages of meiosis are given in Column-$I$. Match them with the characteristics of the various stages of meiosis in Column-$II$ and select the correct option using the codes given below.
Column-$I$Column-$II$
$A$. Pachytene$i$. Pairing of homologous chromosomes
$B$. Metaphase-$I$$ii$. Terminalization of chiasmata
$C$. Diakinesis$iii$. Crossing over occurs
$D$. Zygotene$iv$. Alignment at the equatorial plate

Match the stages of meiosis in Column-$I$ to their characteristic features in Column-$II$ and select the correct option using the codes given below.
Column-$I$Column-$II$
$(A)$ Pachytene$(i)$ Pairing of homologous chromosomes
$(B)$ Metaphase-$I$$(ii)$ Terminalisation of chiasmata
$(C)$ Diakinesis$(iii)$ Crossing-over takes place
$(D)$ Zygotene$(iv)$ Chromosomes align at equatorial plate

Match List-$I$ and List-$II$ and select the correct answer using the code given below in the lists:
List-$I$ (Phase of meiosis)List-$II$ (Event that occurs)
$1$. Prophase $I$Crossing over occurs
$2$. Metaphase $I$Sister chromatids migrate to opposite poles
$3$. Anaphase $I$Homologous chromosomes line up at the equator in pairs

Given below are two statements:
Statement $I$: Chromosomes are fully condensed at the end of prophase $I$.
Statement $II$: Meiosis $I$ resembles mitosis.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

During which phase do homologous chromosomes show maximum attraction?

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