Definition of Livestock
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Question (English)
Livestock comprises of:
- Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Pig, Horse, Camel ✓ Correct
- Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Pig, Dog, Cat
- Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Pig, Poultry
- Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Pig, Dog, Horse
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Pig, Horse, Camel
Livestock comprises all farm animals having economic importance (milk/meat/wool/draught purpose). Examples: Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Camel, Pig, Horse, Mule, Donkey, Pony etc. (Table 8 notes).
Important Exclusions
Poultry, Dog, Cat, and Rabbit are NOT classified under the category of livestock.
Livestock Unit Conversion
1 Livestock unit = 1 adult cattle/buffalo = 2 Pigs = 3 Calves = 5 Sheep/Goat.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Option B: Includes Dog and Cat — these are NOT livestock.
- Option C: Includes Poultry — poultry is NOT livestock.
- Option D: Includes Dog — dog is NOT livestock.
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