Assertion : Evolution of man is the example of progresstive evolution.
Reason : Tapeworm is developed due to retrogressive evolution.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are ture but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

B

Explanation

Progressive evolution is the formation of more complex specialized organisms from simple and less elaborate forms. Examples: evolution of amphibians from fish like ancestors and evolution of birds and mammals from retpile-like ancetors. Retrogressive evolution is the formation of simple and less elaborate forms from more complex and specialized ones. Example : evolution of many parasitic organisms like tape worm which does not have digestive system. it absorbs food through body surface.