SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 30

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. contribution in ecology.

Eugene P. Odum is widely regarded as the "father of modern ecology." His most significant contributions are in establishing ecology as a distinct scientific discipline and pioneering the concept of the ecosystem as the fundamental unit of nature. He co-authored "Fundamentals of Ecology" (1953), which became the definitive textbook for the field for decades, emphasizing energy flow and nutrient cycling within ecosystems. His work laid the groundwork for contemporary environmental science and conservation efforts.