The finches of Galapagos islands provide an evidence in favour of _________________.

Evolution due to mutation

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Retrogressive evolution

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Adaptive radiation

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Special creation

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Solution

The correct option is C Adaptive radiation
Darwin's finches of lateron are the common ancestors for Galapagos islands whose beaks modified according to their feed habit. So, the birds could utilize the resources to optimum. Competition is decreased or completely eliminated.
So, the correct option is 'Adaptive radiation'

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