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Darwin’s theory does not include


A

Natural Selection

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Survival of fittest

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C

Evolution through inheritance

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Struggle for existence

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Solution

The correct option is C

Evolution through inheritance


Darwin Theory

Charles Darwin based on his observation during a sea voyage around the world, concluded the following:

  1. Nature selects the organism that is a better fit in an environment.
  2. Organisms that are better adapted to their nature will survive.
  3. Organisms have to struggle to become fit for nature.

Correct option (c)-.

  1. Darwin’s theory did not include the genetic basis of evolution in his Theory of natural selection.
  2. In his Theory, he did not link evolution through inheritance which was a major drawback of his Theory.

The explanation of the incorrect option

Option (a)-

Darwin’s Theory also involves that nature selects the organism that is better for survival.

Option (b)-

Darwin’s theory states that organisms that are fit for survival will exist in nature.

Option (d)-

Darwin’s theory also states that organisms have to struggle to become fit for nature.

Final Answer: Darwin’s Theory does not include evolution through inheritance.


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