Correct Answer: Parthenogenesis

Solution : The correct option is Parthenogenesis

The process of developing an egg without fertilisation is known as "parthenogenesis." Parthenogenesis is a type of asexual reproduction in which an egg develops and grows into an embryo without the help of a male gamete (sperm). This mechanism has been reported in a variety of animal species, including insects, reptiles, amphibians, and even certain fish and birds. In certain circumstances, parthenogenetic kids are genetically identical to the mother, while in others, genetic diversity may be diminished due to mechanisms such as automixis.