UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 7
The organisms "Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater" are :
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Correct answer: C
Correct Option: C (Insects)
Explanation: Cicadas, froghoppers and pond skaters are all arthropods of class Insecta, with characteristic six legs and segmented bodies.
Option-wise Analysis:
A. Incorrect-These organisms lack feathers, beaks and avian anatomy.
B. Incorrect-They are not aquatic vertebrates with gills like fish.
C. Correct-all three are insects; pond skaters live on water surfaces.
D. Incorrect-Reptiles are vertebrates, whereas these are invertebrate insects.