While creation and presence of variation is directionless, natural selection is directional as it is in the context of adaptation. Comment.

Explanation

In sexually reproducing organisms variations are non-directional or directionless because they arise
(a) by crossing over during meiosis and
(b) by random fusion of gametes. Natural selection operates at the level of gene pools of the individuals. Organisms whose gene pools are best adapted to the existing environmental conditions are able to survive successfully and produce more offspring. It means environment provides direction with respect to adaptation and natural selection favours the survival and multiplication of better adapted organisms.