Question

Hierarchy of categories was introduced by

• A. Linnaeus
• B. De Candolle
• C. Bauhin
• D. John Ray

Answer 1

The correct option is A Linnaeus

Taxonomic hierarchy is the process of arranging various groups, class and other categories into successive levels of the biological classification. Taxonomic Hierarchy Categories were introduced by Linnaeus.

The correct hierarchy of classification of various taxons in descending order is given as

Kingdom → Phylum → Class → Order → Family → Genus → Species

So, the correct option is 'Linnaeus'.