(C) Genetic diversity refers to the variation of genes within a species. It allows a population to adapt to its environment and ensures survival. In t

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(C) Genetic diversity refers to the variation of genes within a species. It allows a population to adapt to its environment and ensures survival. In the case of mangoes $(Mangifera \text{ } indica)$, the existence of over $1,000$ varieties in India, which differ in flavour, colour, fibre content, sugar content, and shelf-life, is a classic example of genetic diversity at the intraspecific level.

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$(P)$ Genetic diversity	$(I)$ Diversity at the genetic level
$(Q)$ Species diversity	$(II)$ Diversity at the species level
$(R)$ Ecological diversity	$(III)$ Diversity at the ecosystem level

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Match the following columns:
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$(P)$ Genetic diversity $(I)$ Diversity at the genetic level
$(Q)$ Species diversity $(II)$ Diversity at the species level
$(R)$ Ecological diversity $(III)$ Diversity at the ecosystem level