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Name two alien species introduced in India.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify Alien Species**: Alien species are non-native species that have been introduced to a new environment, often leading to ecological disruption. 2. **First Alien Species - Water Hyacinth**: - The first alien species introduced in India is the Water Hyacinth. - It is scientifically known as *Eichhornia crassipes*. - Commonly referred to as the "Terror of Bengal," this plant has proliferated in many wetlands and water bodies across India. ...
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    B
    Water hyacinth
    C
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    A
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    B
    Water Hyacinth, Prosopis cineraria
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    A
    Lantana camara
    B
    Eicchornia crassipes
    C
    Parthenium hysterophorus
    D
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