Question

Match List I with List II

• A. (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
• B. (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
• C. (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
• D. (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)

Hint:

Remember: Sucking = Siphunculata (think Siphon); Biting = Mallophaga; Book = Psocoptera; Snow flea = Collembola.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Insects are often identified by their common names, which usually reflect their habitat or feeding habits. These names must be mapped to their scientific orders.
Detailed Explanation:
1. Book lice (A): These are small, wingless insects that feed on the starch/glue in book bindings and mold. They belong to the order Psocoptera. (A-III)
2. Sucking lice (B): These are ectoparasites of mammals with piercing-sucking mouthparts for feeding on blood. They belong to the order Siphunculata (or Anoplura). (B-IV)
3. Snow fleas (C): These are not true fleas but are dark-colored springtails often seen on top of snow in winter. They belong to the primitive hexapod order Collembola. (C-II)
4. Biting lice (D): Also known as chewing lice, these feed on feathers, hair, or skin debris. They belong to the order Mallophaga. (D-I)
Note: In modern classification, Mallophaga and Anoplura/Siphunculata are often combined into the order Phthiraptera.

Step 2: Final Answer:
Matching results in (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(I), which is Option (A).