Q10. Which Madhya Pradesh district is especially known for honey production?
[MP Forest Guard, 22 Jul 2017 Shift 1]
- Datia
- Bhopal
- Satna
- Morena
Answer: (D) Morena
Explanation: Morena, situated in the Chambal region of Madhya Pradesh, is well known for beekeeping and honey production. Agricultural flora, including mustard blossoms, provides nectar sources for honey bees. Apiculture supplies honey and can help pollination of nearby crops.
Q9. According to the provisional 2012 Livestock Census, approximately how many lakh livestock animals were counted in Rajasthan?
[RSMSSB JE Civil Degree, Sep 2016]
- 491 lakh
- 547 lakh
- 577 lakh
- 566 lakh
Answer: (C) 577 lakh
Explanation: The 2012 livestock count for Rajasthan was approximately 577 lakh animals. This included cattle, buffaloes, goats, sheep, camels and other domesticated species. The state’s substantial animal resources support milk, wool, transport and rural livelihoods in dry landscapes.
Q8. Which species had the largest population among the listed livestock species in Rajasthan according to the 2012 census?
[RSMSSB JE Civil Degree, Oct 2016]
- Cattle
- Buffalo
- Sheep
- Goat
Answer: (D) Goat
Explanation: Goats formed the largest group among the listed species in Rajasthan’s 2012 livestock census. Their ability to browse shrubs and survive in marginal drylands makes them suitable for pastoral farming. They provide meat, milk and cash income.
Q7. What was India’s global rank in total milk production during 2010–11?
[TNPSC Group I Preliminary Examination, 2015]
- First
- Second
- Third
- Fourth
Answer: (A) First
Explanation: India ranked first globally in milk production during the specified period. The country’s huge aggregate dairy output comes from millions of cattle and buffaloes across both cooperative and private systems. This indicator differs from milk yield per individual animal.
Q6. Which of these statements about livestock research institutions is correct?
[RPSC RAS Preliminary Examination, 2013]
- National Research Centre on Camel is at Bikaner
- National Research Centre on Horse is at Baran
- Central cattle breeding centre is at Chittorgarh
- Central sheep breeding centre is at Churu
Answer: (A) National Research Centre on Camel is at Bikaner
Explanation: The ICAR National Research Centre on Camel is based in Bikaner, Rajasthan. Its research concerns camel health, reproduction and productive uses in desert regions. The centre reflects the economic importance of camels in arid and semi-arid environments.
Q5. Kankrej is an important breed of which domestic animal?
[RPSC Assistant Engineer General Knowledge and Science, 2013]
- Cattle
- Buffalo
- Goat
- Sheep
Answer: (A) Cattle
Explanation: Kankrej cattle originated in the Gujarat–Rajasthan region and are valued for both milk and draught utility. They possess distinctive curved horns and adaptations to warm, dry conditions. The breed is different from regional buffalo, goat and sheep breeds.
Q4. Knowledge of gene arrangements on chromosomes can help:
1. Establish livestock pedigree;
2. Identify causes of all human diseases;
3. Develop disease-resistant animal breeds.
Which statements are correct?
[UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination, 2011]
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (C) 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Genetic mapping and DNA analysis can reveal ancestry in breeding herds and help identify variants useful for disease resistance. They do not reveal the causes of every human disease, which may involve complex genetic and environmental influences. Thus statements 1 and 3 are valid.
Q3. The White Revolution is related to the production of which commodity?
[UP TGT Home Science Official Paper, 2010]
- Wheat
- Flowers
- Milk
- Colours
Answer: (C) Milk
Explanation: The White Revolution refers to expanded dairy milk production in India. Operation Flood, launched in 1970, improved dairy collection, processing and marketing through farmer cooperatives. The associated changes helped strengthen milk availability and raise earnings for participating livestock keepers.
Q2. Angora wool is obtained from which animal?
[Uttarakhand PCS Mains, 2002]
- Sheep
- Fox
- Rabbit
- Tibetan deer
Answer: (C) Rabbit
Explanation: Angora wool is the exceptionally fine, soft fibre obtained from Angora rabbits. It differs from mohair, which comes from Angora goats. The distinction matters because several different animal fibres are collectively marketed as wool or speciality textile fibres.
Q1. Foot-and-mouth disease in animals is caused by which type of pathogen?
[UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination, 2002]
- Bacterium
- Fungus
- Protozoan
- Virus
Answer: (D) Virus
Explanation: Foot-and-mouth disease is a highly contagious viral infection affecting cloven-hoofed livestock, including cattle, buffaloes, sheep and goats. It causes fever and characteristic mouth and hoof lesions. Movement controls and vaccination are important parts of livestock disease management.
