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UPSC Prelims PYQ 2010: Correct evolutionary sequence among given animals

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From the point of view of evolution of living organisms, which one of the following is the correct sequence of evolution?

  1. Otter – Tortoise – Shark
  2. Shark – Tortoise – Otter
  3. Tortoise – Shark – Otter
  4. Shark – Otter – Tortoise

Explanation

Option (b) is correct
  • Evolutionary progression follows:
  • Fish (Shark) appeared first
  • Reptiles (Tortoise) evolved later
  • Mammals (Otter) evolved last
Answer: (b) Shark – Tortoise – Otter