What is the correct sequence of taxonomic hierarchy from highest to lowest? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the correct sequence of taxonomic hierarchy from highest to lowest?
A. Kingdom, Phylum, Order, Class, Family, Genus, Species
B. Kingdom, Family, Class, Order, Phylum, Genus, Species
C. Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species
D. Kingdom, Class, Phylum, Order, Family, Genus, Species
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The correct hierarchical classification of organisms, from the broadest to the most specific category, is: Kingdom, Phylum (or Division for plants), Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species. A helpful mnemonic to remember this is: 'King Philip Came Over For Good Spaghetti'.

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