Polo and Military Horse Breed
The breed of horse known for intelligence and used for polo and military is:
- Kathiawari
- Manipuri — Correct Answer
- Bhutia
- Spiti
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Manipuri
Manipuri horses (origin: Manipur) are known for their intelligence and are used for polo, military and racing purposes (Table 29). Manipur is also considered the birthplace of modern polo.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Kathiawari: Best overall horse breed from Gujarat, but not specifically noted for polo/military.
- Bhutia: A hill breed from Sikkim/Darjeeling.
- Spiti: A hill breed from Himachal Pradesh.
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