Q30. Magra, Pugal and Sonadi are breeds of which livestock animal?
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- Buffalo
- Goat
- Sheep
- Camel
Answer: (C) Sheep
Explanation: Magra, Pugal and Sonadi are sheep breeds found in Rajasthan. Sheep are particularly suited to pastoral livelihoods in dryland areas, producing wool and meat. Breed differences affect wool quality, body size, climate adaptation and performance under available grazing.
Q29. In which town of Rajasthan is the ICAR Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute situated?
[Rajasthan Police Constable, 06 Nov 2020 Shift 2]
- Bhilwara
- Malpura
- Alwar
- Bharatpur
Answer: (B) Malpura
Explanation: The institute is at Avikanagar near Malpura in Tonk district, Rajasthan. It researches sheep improvement, wool quality, feeding and veterinary concerns. This location is significant because Rajasthan has an extensive sheep-rearing economy in its semi-arid and arid zones.
Q28. In which Rajasthan district is the Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute situated?
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- Jaisalmer
- Tonk
- Bikaner
- Jaipur
Answer: (B) Tonk
Explanation: The Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute is based at Avikanagar, Malpura, within Tonk district. Founded in 1962, it supports scientific sheep husbandry, fibre technology and livestock extension. Its district location differs from regional centres located elsewhere.
Q27. Which activity is NOT part of the primary sector of the Indian economy?
[Delhi Police Constable, 14 Dec 2020 Shift 3]
- Mining
- Dairy
- Railway
- Forestry
Answer: (C) Railway
Explanation: Dairying is a primary economic activity because it involves rearing livestock to produce milk. Mining and forestry also obtain products directly from natural resources. Railways provide transportation services and therefore fall in the tertiary sector of the economy.
Q26. Magra is a breed of which animal?
[RSMSSB JE Civil Degree, Dec 2020]
- Cow
- Sheep
- Goat
- Buffalo
Answer: (B) Sheep
Explanation: Magra sheep are associated particularly with Rajasthan’s Bikaner and adjoining districts. Their fleece is valued for lustrous carpet wool. These animals help sustain pastoral livelihoods where limited rainfall makes cultivation uncertain and grazing-based activities economically important.
Q25. Consider:
A. Operation Flood began in 1960;
B. Kurien led the White Revolution;
C. Kurien and H. M. Dalaya developed buffalo-milk-powder technology;
D. Operation Flood had three phases.
Which are correct?
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- A, B and C
- B, C and D
- B and C only
- All four
Answer: (B) B, C and D
Explanation: Operation Flood was launched in 1970, so statement A is false. Verghese Kurien and H. M. Dalaya were important to the dairy cooperative and processing movement, and Operation Flood proceeded through three phases. Therefore B, C and D stand.
Q24. Under which constitutional list is livestock and animal husbandry included?
[SSC CPO, 09 Dec 2019 Shift 1]
- Concurrent List
- Union List
- State List
- Residuary List
Answer: (C) State List
Explanation: Animal husbandry and preservation, protection and improvement of livestock fall in the State List under the Seventh Schedule. States therefore hold principal lawmaking responsibility in this area. National programmes may nevertheless assist states through coordinated financial and technical support.
Q23. Which animal-and-breed match is incorrect:
1. Goat–Barbari;
2. Cattle–Nali;
3. Sheep–Jaisalmeri;
4. Buffalo–Bhadawari?
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- Pair 1
- Pair 2
- Pair 3
- Pair 4
Answer: (B) Pair 2
Explanation: Nali is a sheep breed and therefore cannot correctly be paired with cattle. Barbari is a goat breed, Jaisalmeri a sheep breed and Bhadawari a buffalo breed. Recognising these classes helps interpret husbandry characteristics and geographical distribution.
Q22. What is the specific husbandry term for the act of mating in sheep?
[RSMSSB Agriculture Supervisor, 03 Mar 2019]
- Serving
- Tupping
- Covering
- Coupling
Answer: (B) Tupping
Explanation: Tupping denotes mating in sheep, and a male sheep used for breeding is called a ram. Reproductive management affects lambing rates and flock productivity. Different husbandry terms may be used for mating among cattle, goats, horses and pigs.
Q21. Which Indian cattle breed is especially noted for draught work?
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- Rathi
- Sahiwal
- Gir
- Nagori
Answer: (D) Nagori
Explanation: Nagori cattle, associated with Nagaur and nearby parts of Rajasthan, are appreciated for their stamina, agility and ability to pull agricultural implements. Rathi, Sahiwal and Gir are much more strongly identified with milk production, although individual breeds may have multiple uses.
