Question

In postulating the theory of evolution by natural selection, Darwin was greatly influenced by

• A. Mutation theory of Hugo de Vires
• B. Lamarck's theory of acquired characters
• C. Malthus idea of population growth
• D. Environmental factors

Answer 1

The correct option is C Malthus idea of population growth

• Darwin was greatly influenced by Malthus's theory of population growth, also he received a brief essay from A. Wallace who was working on the Malay Archipelago.
  
• According to Malthus's theory of population growth, there is a balance between population growth and food supply can be established through preventive and positive checks.
  

So, the correct option is 'Malthus idea of population control'.