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According to the evolutionary theory, formation of a new species is generally due to

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  • sudden creation by nature

  • accumulation of variations over several generations

  • clones formed during asexual reproduction

  • movement of individuals from one habitat to another

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Solution

accumulation of variations over several generations

Explanation - 

According to the evolutionary theory, the accumulation of variations (resulting from errors in DNA copying and sexual reproduction) over several generations along with the operation of natural selection leads to the formation of new species.

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Chapter 9: Heredity and Evolution - Multiple Choice Questions [Page 76]

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NCERT Exemplar Science [English] Class 10
Chapter 9 Heredity and Evolution
Multiple Choice Questions | Q 18. | Page 76

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