Question

Darwin postulated the theory of

• A. Inheritance of acquired characteristics
• B. natural selection
• C. Pangenesis
• D. Both (b) and (c)

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Both (b) and (c)

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The complete name of Darwin is Charles Robert Darwin.
2. Darwin was a naturalist and biologist.
3. Darwin proposed the theory of natural selection and the theory of Pangenesis in the 19th century.
4. Natural selection defines the change in genetic traits over generations, leading to evolution.
5. The theory of Pangenesis states that the gemmules of every cell migrate to the gonads and are then inherited by the offspring.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

Lamarck proposed the theory of Inheritance of acquired characteristics by an organism.

Final answer: Darwin postulated the theory of natural selection and pangenesis.