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Pashmina Goat Breed

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The breed of goat also known as "Pashmina" is:

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The breed of goat also known as "Pashmina" is:

  1. Chegu
  2. Gaddi
  3. Changthangi — Correct Answer
  4. Angora
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Changthangi

Changthangi goat (origin: Changthang, Ladakh) is also known as "Pashmina" goat (Table 26). It produces Pashmina — fine, costly hairs used for making high-quality Kashmiri "Rug or Shawl."

Pashmina-Producing Goat Breeds
  • Changthangi — Changthang, Ladakh (also known as Pashmina)
  • Chegu — Lahul & Spiti valleys, HP (also produces Pashmina)
Important Distinction

Both Chegu and Changthangi produce Pashmina, but only Changthangi is also KNOWN AS "Pashmina." Other north temperate breeds like Gaddi produce medullated fibres, NOT Pashmina.

Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • Chegu: Produces Pashmina but is NOT known as "Pashmina" breed.
  • Gaddi: Produces medullated fibres, not Pashmina.
  • Angora: Produces Mohair (Turkey), not Pashmina.

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