Carolus Linnaeus is regarded as the father of -

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Taxonomy.
· Carolus Linnaeus is regarded as the "Father of Taxonomy" because he developed the system of naming, ranking, and classifying organisms that is still in wide use today. His work laid the foundation for the modern biological classification system, known as the binomial nomenclature, where each species is given a two-part Latin name indicating its genus and species.
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· Binomial Nomenclature: A system of naming species using two terms, the first indicating the genus and the second the species, e.g., Homo sapiens.
· Linnaean Classification: Hierarchical structure of classification involving Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species.
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· Embryology : The study of embryos and their development, often associated with Karl Ernst von Baer.
· Palaeontology : The study of fossils and ancient life forms, with Georges Cuvier often referred to as its founder.
· Evolution : The theory of natural selection and species evolution, primarily associated with Charles Darwin.