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For ANIMALS, the nomenclature rules are governed by:
AInternational Code of Phycology and Mycology (ICPM)
BInternational Code of Bacteriological Nomenclature (ICNB)
CInternational Code for Botanical Nomenclature (ICBN)
DInternational Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN)
ICZN governs naming of animals; ICBN governs plants. Each ensures every organism has only ONE valid scientific name globally and that the same name isn't used for two different organisms.
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