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Most primitive living mammals which provide evidence of organic evolution from geographical distribution are found in:

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Africa
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Australia
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China
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India
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Solution

The correct option is A Australia
Australian region was cut off from other landmasses by oceans. Hence many primitive animals thrive in Australia. Australian region is having many unique animals localized there only and not found anywhere else. Platypus is the most primitive living mammal, endemic to the Australian region.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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