Multiple Choice Questions:
1. Put a tick mark (✔) against the correct alternative in the following statements:
(a) Which one of the following is an indigenous breed of dairy cows?
(i) Jersey
(ii) Frieswal
(iii) Sahiwal
(iv) Dangi
(b) Which one of the following is the common breed of buffalo found in Gujarat?
(i) Surti
(ii) Murrah
(iii) Gir
(iv) Mehsana
(c) Identify the indigenous breed of poultry of India.
(i) White Leghorn
(ii) HH-260
(iii) Aseel
(iv) B-77
(d) Which one of the following is a rabi crop?
(i) Mustard
(ii) Pea
(iii) Rice
(iv) Wheat
(e) Identify the Kharif crop.
(i) Barley
(ii) Mustard
(iii) Rice
(iv) Wheat
Short Answer Questions:
1. Fill in the blanks:
(a) Cattle feed made from cereals and wheat is called .....................
(b) Rearing of birds for egg and meat is called .....................
(c) Animal food is rich in .....................
2. Name the following:
(a) The popular indigenous breed of poultry in India. .....................
(b) Rearing of honey bees. .....................
Answer (2)
The answers to the multiple-choice questions identify breeds of dairy cows, buffalo, poultry, and types of crops, emphasizing their origins and characteristics. For the short answer section, it includes definitions relevant to animal farming. All responses are based on commonly accepted agricultural knowledge.
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Multiple Choice Questions:
(a) Which one of the following is an indigenous breed of dairy cows?
(iii) Sahiwal ✔
Sahiwal is known as a prominent indigenous breed of dairy cows in India. It is native to the Sahiwal district of Punjab, Pakistan, and is highly valued for its milking potential and adaptability to varied climates.
(b) Which one of the following is the common breed of buffalo found in Gujarat?
(i) Surti ✔
The Surti buffalo is a well-known breed found majorly in Gujarat. It is distinguished by its medium size and good milk yield, playing a significant role in dairy farming in the region.
(c) Identify the indigenous breed of poultry of India.
(iii) Aseel ✔
Aseel is a famous indigenous breed of poultry in India, known for its fighting abilities and robust nature. This breed is also known for its meat production capabilities.
(d) Which one of the following is a rabi crop?
(i) Mustard ✔
Rabi crops are sown in winter from October to December and harvested in spring. Mustard, along with wheat, is a classic example of a rabi crop.
(e) Identify the Kharif crop.
(iii) Rice ✔
Kharif crops are sown with the onset of the monsoon, and rice is one of the major Kharif crops in India, cultivated extensively during this season.
Short Answer Questions:
Fill in the blanks:
(a) Cattle feed made from cereals and wheat is called concentrate .
(b) Rearing of birds for egg and meat is called poultry farming .
(c) Animal food is rich in proteins .
Name the following:
(a) The popular indigenous breed of poultry in India. Aseel
(b) Rearing of honey bees. Apiculture
These questions and answers form a part of the subject related to livestock, agriculture, and animal husbandry within Biology. This is typically covered in high school biology curriculum, focusing on the importance of indigenous breeds in local agronomy and the distinctions between different agricultural practices.
