Which of the following is a milch breed of cow?

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)