Fore wings and hind wings are similar in:

Correct option is C

In the insect order Isoptera (now often classified under Blattodea, which includes termites), the forewings and hindwings are similar in size, shape, and texture. This characteristic is especially seen in alates—the winged reproductive caste of termites that emerge during swarming to establish new colonies.
�� Key Feature of Isoptera (Termites):
· Both pairs of wings (forewings and hindwings) are:
· Membranous
· Equal in length and appearance
· Held flat over the body when at rest
· This isometric wing design is the basis for the name “Isoptera”:
· “Iso” = equal,
· “ptera” = wings.
Once the nuptial flight is completed, the wings are shed, leaving behind the reproductive pair (king and queen) to form a new colony.
Explanation for Each Option
(a) Ephemeroptera (Mayflies) ❌
· Have large forewings and much smaller hindwings.
· Wings are delicate and membranous but not similar in size.
(b) Hemiptera (True bugs) ❌
· Forewings are half leathery and half membranous (hemelytra),
· Hindwings are fully membranous.
· They are functionally and structurally different.
(c) Isoptera (Termites) ✅
· Correct answer.
· Both fore and hindwings are of equal size and shape in winged termites (alates).
(d) Hymenoptera (Bees, Wasps, Ants) ❌
· Forewings are larger than hindwings.
· Wings are joined by a row of tiny hooks (hamuli), but they are not equal in size.