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Genetic variation is the cornerstone of evolution, without which there can be no natural selection, and so a low genetic diversity decreases the ability of a species to survive and reproduce, explains lead author Yoshan Moodley, Professor at the Department of Zoology, University of Venda in South Africa.

Two centuries ago, the black rhinoceros – which roamed much of sub Saharan Africa – had 64 different genetic lineages; but today only 20 of these lineages remain, says the paper. The species is now restricted to five countries, South Africa, Namibia, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Tanzania. Genetically unique populations that once existed in Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, Mozambique, Malawi and Angola have disappeared. The origins of the 'genetic erosion' coincided with colonial rule in Africa and the popularity of big game hunting. From the second half of the 20th century, however, poaching for horns has dramatically depleted their population and genetic diversity, especially in Kenya and Tanzania.

From the second half of the 20th century what has caused a dramatic fall in black rhinoceros population?

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P - Kohli, along with Deepika and Ranveer, has led the ascent of millennials to the top of the rankings.
Q - For the first time a female sportsperson has made it to the top 15.
R - This year saw PV Sindhu make an entry at 15.
S - Former captain Dhoni slipped from 9th place last year to 13th this year.

Which of the following is a war-related dance?

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence

Mr. Shah (is having) two houses.

Which of the following is not a hormone found in animals?

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The maximum

P : condition is called its infiltration capacity

Q : rate at which water enters

R : into the soil in a given

Rearrange the parts of the sentence in correct order.

The reference

P - ­is simultaneously a matter
Q - ­to the size of a vulnerable community
R­ - of legal as well as political and ethical perspective

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Further negotiations

P-are necessary
Q-to reach a common understanding
R-to enable implementation