RE-NEET2026Zoology-Evolution

RE-NEET 2026 Zoology Evidence of Evolution MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following is not evidence for evolution?

A

Paleontological evidence from fossil records

B

Embryological support for evolution as proposed by Ernst Heckel

C

Divergent evolution of anatomical structures such as forelimbs

D

Convergent evolution of traits like wings of birds and butterflies

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Convergent evolution is not direct evidence for evolution as it involves similar traits evolving independently in different lineages.

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