MHT CET Medical202625 April 2026Evening ShiftBiologyBiodiversity and its ConservationActual
Which one of the following statements is INCORRECT regarding genetic diversity?
Options
- AGenetic diversity is interspecific diversity
- BAllelic genes lead to individual differences within species.
- CExistence of subspecies, races are examples of genetic diversity.
- DIt includes variation within a population
Correct answer
A. Genetic diversity is interspecific diversity
Step-by-step solution
Genetic diversity refers to the variation of genes within a single species, which is known as intraspecific diversity. Interspecific diversity refers to the diversity between different species, which is termed species diversity. Allelic variations lead to individual differences within a species, and the existence of subspecies or races are examples of genetic diversity. It also includes variations within a population. Therefore, the statement that genetic diversity is interspecific diversity is incorrect. Answer: G