Question

Lateral root in higher plants arise from[1999](a)cortex(b)pericycle(c)epidermis(d)endodermis

Answer 1

b) The lateral roots arise  from  the  cell  of pericycle and  hence,  the root  branches are said to  be  endogenous  in  origin (arising from  a  layer inner  to  endodermis). The lateral roots help  in absorption of water and mineral salts from the soil. The  meristematic cells  of the  lateral root push  through the endodermis  and  cortex and  then  pierce through the epidermis  to  come  out to form the  lateral root.

Answer 2

it's (b) pericycle.. lateral root in higher plant arise from pericycle.