The RNA polymerase II transcribes:

The correct answer is Option (2) → hnRNA

Bacteria have one RNA polymerase. Eukaryotes have at least three in the nucleus, with a clear division of labour.

Option (2) hnRNA — Correct. RNA polymerase II makes hnRNA, the precursor of mRNA, which is then capped, tailed and spliced.

Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2026 on 25-05-2026 (Slot 2).

NCERT Extract:
Types of RNA and the Process of Transcription – “… There are at least three RNA polymerases in the nucleus (in addition to the RNA polymerase found in the organelles). There is a clear cut division of labour. The RNA polymerase I transcribes rRNAs (28S, 18S, and 5.8S), whereas the RNA polymerase III is responsible for transcription of tRNA, 5srRNA, and snRNAs (small nuclear RNAs). The RNA polymerase II transcribes precursor of mRNA, the heterogeneous nuclear RNA (hnRNA).”