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Darwin was most influenced by :

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Lamarck's theory of acquired characters

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Weisman's theory of origin of species

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Wallace's theory of origin of species

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Essay on Population by Malthus

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The correct option is C Essay on Population by Malthus
Thomas Malthus' work helped inspire Darwin to refine the natural selection by stating a reason for meaningful competition between members of the same species. Not surprisingly, Malthus, an ordained minister, believed that hunger and disease were aspects of life implemented by God to stop populations from exploding. Malthus was an influence through his book 'Essay on Population'
So, the correct answer is 'Essay on Population by Malthus'.

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