Which of the following is often described as the 'Evil Quartet' in the context of biodiversity loss?
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Correct answer: Habitat loss, over-exploitation, alien species invasion, and co-extinctions
The 'Evil Quartet' is a term used to describe the four major causes of biodiversity loss. According to NCERT, these are habitat loss and fragmentation, over-exploitation, alien species invasions, and co-extinctions.
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