Animal Breeds and Their Peculiar Characters
Match the column:
| TABLE-I (Animal Breed) | TABLE-II (Peculiar Character) |
|---|---|
| 1. Bhadawari | (a) Mohair |
| 2. Surti | (b) Roman nose |
| 3. Jamunapari | (c) 14% milk fat |
| 4. Angora | (d) Mixture of Murrah & Surti |
| 5. Mehsana | (e) Sickle shape horn |
- 1-c, 2-e, 3-b, 4-a, 5-d — Correct Answer
- 1-c, 2-d, 3-b, 4-a, 5-e
- 1-b, 2-e, 3-c, 4-a, 5-d
- 1-c, 2-e, 3-a, 4-b, 5-d
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 1-c, 2-e, 3-b, 4-a, 5-d
Distinctive features of important breeds:
- Bhadawari (Buffalo) → 14% milk fat — highest fat % among all buffalo breeds. Origin: Agra & Etawah (UP), Gwalior (MP). Also has wedge-shaped, copper colour body coat.
- Surti (Buffalo) → Sickle-shaped horns. Origin: Surat, Kaira, Baroda (Gujarat).
- Jamunapari (Goat) → Roman nose (parrot mouth appearance). Biggest & most majestic Indian goat breed from Etawah, Agra (UP). Creamy white body with "feathers" (thick hair growth on buttocks).
- Angora (Goat) → Mohair (white, soft, silky hairs) producing breed. Origin: Turkey. Also known as "sheep-like goat."
- Mehsana (Buffalo) → Mixture of Murrah & Surti blood. Has longest lactation period among buffaloes. Only buffalo with black switch of tail.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Option B swaps Surti (Sickle horn) with Mehsana (Mixture of Murrah & Surti).
- Option C swaps Bhadawari (14% fat) with Jamunapari (Roman nose).
- Option D swaps Jamunapari (Roman nose) with Angora (Mohair).
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