In hypogynous flowers, the ovary is positioned which of the following relative to the other floral parts?

• A. Below the floral parts
• B. Above the floral parts
• C. At the same level as the floral parts
• D. Inside the receptacle

Answer: (B)

In hypogynous flowers, the ovary sits above the other floral parts, making it a superior ovary. The sepals, petals, and stamens attach at the receptacle below or around the ovary, so the ovary is at a higher level than the other parts. This arrangement means the fruit develops mainly from the ovary tissue itself, rather than involving the surrounding floral parts. If the ovary were below the floral parts (an inferior ovary), the parts would appear to arise above or around the ovary, which is a different arrangement.