Question

The first attempt to solve the problem of organic evolution was done by

• A. Mendel
• B. Haeckel
• C. Lamarck
• D. Darwin

Answer 1

The correct option is C Lamarck

In early 19${}^{th}$ century, Jean Baptiste de Lamarck, French zoologist suggested the first theory of organic evolution based on the development of new or modified character in response to environmental changes. For instance, giraffe acquired long neck due to stretching of the neck for food. Thus, the correct answer is ‘Lamarck.’