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    Which of the following is a milch breed of cow?
    Question

    Which of the following is a milch breed of cow?

    A.

    Mewati

    B.

    Sahiwal

    C.

    Malvi

    D.

    Dangi

    Correct option is B

    The correct answer is (b) Sahiwal

    Explanation:
    • Milch breeds are those cattle breeds where the cows are high milk yielders, while the bullocks are of poor quality for work.
    • Sahiwal is considered one of the best indigenous milch breeds of cows in India.
    • It originated in the Montgomery district (now in Pakistan) and is widely reared in Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana.
    • Sahiwal cows are reddish-brown in color and are known for their high fat content in milk and heat tolerance.
    • Other milch breeds include Gir, Red Sindhi, and Deoni.

    Information Booster:
    • Indian cattle breeds are classified into three categories: Milch breeds, Draught breeds, and Dual-purpose breeds.
    • Dual-purpose breeds are used for both milk production and agricultural work (e.g., Haryana, Ongole).

    Additional Knowledge:
    Mewati (Option a)
    • It is a dual-purpose breed found in the Mewat region.
    • Used for both milk and farm labor.

    Malvi (Option c)
    • It is a draught breed from Madhya Pradesh.
    • The bullocks are strong and well-suited for heavy work.

    Dangi (Option d)
    • It is a draught breed from Maharashtra.
    • Known for its ability to work in heavy rainfall areas.

    So the correct answer is (b)

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