Pulliculam Breed Identification
Pulliculam, a newly registered breed from Tamil Nadu being used for Jellicut during Pongal festival, is a breed of:
- Cattle — Correct Answer
- Horse
- Buffalo
- Goat
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Cattle
Pulliculam is a newly registered breed of cattle from Tamil Nadu. It is used for Jellicut (Jallikattu) — the traditional bull-taming sport celebrated during the Pongal festival in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Cattle Breeds
- Kangayam — "Pride of Tamil Nadu" (draught breed)
- Bargur — Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (draught breed)
- Pulliculam — Used for Jallikattu during Pongal
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Horse: Jallikattu is a bull-taming sport, not horse-related.
- Buffalo: Pulliculam is a cattle breed, not buffalo.
- Goat: Goats are not used in Jallikattu.
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