In genetics, the 'Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium' can be disrupted by several evolutionary forces. Which of the following is NOT a factor that disrupts this equilibrium? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Hardy-Weinberg principle states that allele and genotype frequencies in a population will remain constant (in equilibrium) from generation to generation in the absence of evolutionary influences. The conditions required for this equilibrium are: no mutation, random mating, no gene flow (migration), very large population size (no genetic drift), and no natural selection. Therefore, random mating is a condition that MAINTAINS the equilibrium, not a factor that disrupts it. Non-random mating would disrupt it.