NEET 2026 ALL Q #2007
KNOWLEDGE BASED
APPLY
4 Marks 2026 NTA-RE-NEET-2026 MCQ SINGLE
Genus represents
(A) a group of closely related families
(B) an individual plant or animal
(C) a population of plants and animals
(D) a group of closely related species
Correct Answer: D

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Step 1: Understanding Taxonomic Hierarchy

In biological classification, the taxonomic hierarchy follows a specific order: Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species. Each rank represents a category of classification.

Step 2: Defining Genus

A Genus is a taxonomic rank used in the biological classification of living and fossil organisms. It comprises a group of related species which have more characters in common in comparison to species of other genera.

Step 3: Evaluating the Options

Option (A) describes an Order (a group of related families). Option (D) correctly identifies that a Genus is an aggregate of closely related species (e.g., Panthera leo and Panthera tigris both belong to the genus Panthera).

Final Answer: D

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Pedagogical Audit
Bloom's Analysis: This is an APPLY question because it requires the student to recall taxonomic definitions and apply them to identify the correct hierarchical relationship.
Knowledge Dimension: CONCEPTUAL
Justification: The question tests the understanding of the fundamental concepts of biological classification and the definitions of taxonomic ranks.
Syllabus Audit: In the context of NEET, this is classified as KNOWLEDGE (Textbook). This is a direct NCERT-based question from the chapter 'The Living World', essential for building a strong foundation in taxonomy.

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