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Common earthworms in India are 

A

Pheretima and Lumbricus

B

Periplaneta and Megascolex

C

Megascolex and Dravida

D

All the above

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To answer the question about the common earthworms in India, let's break down the options provided and analyze them step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Options**: The question provides four options regarding common earthworms in India: - Option 1: Ferritima and Lembricus - Option 2: Periplaneta and Megascolox - Option 3: Megascolox and Dravidah - Option 4: All of the above 2. **Analyze Option 1**: - Ferritima and Lembricus are both types of earthworms. - These are indeed common in India and are often referred to as friends of farmers due to their role in soil aeration and fertility. 3. **Analyze Option 2**: - Periplaneta is the scientific name for cockroaches, not earthworms. - Therefore, this option is incorrect. 4. **Analyze Option 3**: - Megascolox is a genus of earthworm but is primarily found in North America. - Dravidah is also not common in India; it is found in South Africa. - Hence, this option is also incorrect. 5. **Analyze Option 4**: - Since Options 2 and 3 are incorrect, Option 4 (all of the above) cannot be correct. 6. **Conclusion**: - The only correct option is Option 1: Ferritima and Lembricus, as they are the common earthworms found in India. ### Final Answer: The common earthworms in India are **Ferritima and Lembricus** (Option 1). ---
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