Aim of Rashtriya Gokul Mission
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Question (English)
The aim of Rashtriya Gokul Mission is:
- To conserve and develop indigenous cattle breeds ✓ Correct
- To conserve and develop indigenous as well as exotic breeds of cattle
- To conserve and develop exotic cattle breeds
- To conserve and develop indigenous breeds of cattle and buffalo
Explanation:
Correct Answer: To conserve and develop indigenous cattle breeds
The Rashtriya Gokul Mission aims specifically to conserve and develop indigenous cattle breeds of India. It does NOT include exotic breeds or buffaloes in its primary mandate.
Indigenous Cattle Breeds Covered
- Gir (Gujarat)
- Sahiwal (Punjab/Rajasthan)
- Red Sindhi (Rajasthan)
- Tharparkar (Rajasthan)
- Rathi (Rajasthan)
- Kankrej, Ongole, Hariana, etc.
Why This Option and Not Others?
- Exotic breeds → NOT included (they are already promoted commercially).
- Buffalo → has a separate programme; Rashtriya Gokul Mission is specifically for cattle (Bos indicus).
- Indigenous + Exotic → NOT the aim; exotic breeds don't need conservation.
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