Question

A particular fodder legume crop, when consumed continuously over a prolonged period by either humans or animals, is known to cause a crippling neurological disorder due to the presence of a neurotoxin known as BOAA (Beta-oxalyl amino alanine) in its grains. Consumption-related outbreaks of this disorder, called lathyrism, have historically been linked to which specific crop?

A Alfalfa
B Berseem
C Cowpea
D Sesbania
E Lathyrus
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