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CBSE 2024 · Region 2 · Set 1 · Q16
Assertion (A): Loss of biodiversity can occur due to overexploitation of resources. Reason (R): Introduction of Clarias gariepinus in Indian rivers…
Assertion (A) : Loss of biodiversity can occur due to overexploitation of resources.
Reason (R) : Introduction of Clarias gariepinus in Indian rivers has led to a decline in native Indian fishes.
Official answer
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
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