Multiple choice

The most accepted theory of evolution is

  1. theory of natural selection

  2. theory of origin of species

  3. theory of inheritance of acquired characters

  4. synthetic theory of evolution

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Explanation

The synthetic theory of evolution (modern synthesis) combines Darwin's natural selection with Mendelian genetics and population genetics, making it the most comprehensive and accepted theory today. It explains evolution at genetic level. The other options are either incomplete or largely discredited theories.