Father of taxonomy is

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Linnaeus

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The correct option is C Linnaeus
Taxonomy is the part of science that focuses on naming and classifying or grouping organisms. A Swedish naturalist named Carolus Linnaeus is considered the 'Father of Taxonomy' because, he developed a way to name and organize species that we still use today, also known as binomial system of nomenclature.
So, the correct answer is 'Linnaeus'

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