MCQ on Role of cattle and other domestic animals – management of cattle for draught and milk – indigenous breeds for ICAR-JEF, ICAR-SRF, ICAR-NET, IBPS-AFO/SO, Pre-PG, BHU Pre-PG, IFFCO-AGT, CCI, FCI, B.sc, M.sc, All Agriculture Competitive Exams. 1. Which country ranks first in both cattle and buffalo population globally? a) China b) India c) United States d) Brazil Answer: b) India Explanation: India ranks first in both cattle and buffalo population globally, with 15% and 52% respectively. 2. How many breeds of cattle does India have? a) 10 b) 15 c) 26 d) 30 Answer: c) 26 Explanation: India has the largest number of cattle breeds in the world, totaling 26. 3. Which characteristics make zebu cattle prized in India and globally? a) Cold tolerance and high milk production b) Disease resistance and heat tolerance c) Ability to survive in waterlogged areas d) Short gestation period and large body size Answer: b) Disease resistance and heat tolerance Explanation: Zebu cattle are highly valued for their disease resistance, heat tolerance, and ability to thrive in harsh environments. 4. What percentage of India’s gross national product is contributed by animal husbandry? a) 10% b) 26.4% c) 50% d) 75% Answer: b) 26.4% Explanation: Animal husbandry contributes 26.4% to India’s gross national product. 5. What is the annual growth rate of animal husbandry in India? a) 2.5% b) 6.2% c) 10% d) 15.5% Answer: b) 6.2% Explanation: The annual growth rate of animal husbandry in India is 6.2%. 6. Which sector ranks first in milk production globally? a) China b) United States c) India d) Brazil Answer: c) India Explanation: India ranks first in milk production globally. 7. How does animal husbandry contribute to agriculture and rural life? a) By providing employment opportunities only b) By serving as a source of food, power, and other resources c) By reducing crop yields through overgrazing d) By contributing to urbanization Answer: b) By serving as a source of food, power, and other resources Explanation: Animal husbandry contributes to agriculture and rural life by providing various resources such as food, power, manure, etc. 8. Which animal is not mentioned as a source of various products in the passage? a) Cattle b) Sheep c) Dogs d) Goats Answer: c) Dogs Explanation: Dogs are not mentioned as a source of various products in the passage. 9. What is the significance of indigenous breeds in India’s livestock heritage? a) They are known for their high milk production. b) They contribute to genetic diversity and adaptation to local conditions. c) They are primarily raised for meat production. d) They are imported from other countries. Answer: b) They contribute to genetic diversity and adaptation to local conditions. Explanation: Indigenous breeds play a significant role in India’s livestock heritage by contributing to genetic diversity and adaptation to local conditions. 10. Which continent has not received zebu cattle exports from India? a) Asia b) Africa c) Europe d) Australia Answer: c) Europe Explanation: Zebu cattle exports from India have been received by countries in Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Australia, but not Europe. 11. Which animal was the first to be domesticated according to the passage? a) Cow b) Dog c) Horse d) Elephant Answer: b) Dog Explanation: The passage states that the dog was the first animal to be domesticated in the Old Stone Age (10,000 BC). 12. In which period were other farm animals domesticated according to the passage? a) Old Stone Age b) Middle Ages c) New Stone Age d) Industrial Revolution Answer: c) New Stone Age Explanation: Other farm animals were domesticated in the New Stone Age, around 7500-6500 BC. 13. Which animals were considered to be domesticated first in Europe and Asia? a) Cow and pig b) Horse and cow c) Sheep and goat d) Dog and cat Answer: b) Horse and cow Explanation: It is considered that the horse and cow were domesticated first in Europe and Asia. 14. Which animal was domesticated first in China? a) Cow b) Pig c) Horse d) Elephant Answer: b) Pig Explanation: The passage mentions that the pig was domesticated first in China. 15. According to the passage, which animal was domesticated first in India? a) Cow b) Pig c) Elephant d) Buffalo Answer: d) Buffalo Explanation: The passage states that poultry, elephants, and buffaloes were domesticated first in India. 16. What does evidence from Mohenjo-daro suggest about indigenous cattle breeds? a) They were brought to India by Aryans. b) They originated outside of India. c) They originated in India. d) They were imported from Europe. Answer: c) They originated in India Explanation: Evidence from Mohenjo-daro excavation suggests that indigenous breeds of cattle originated in India and were not brought by Aryans. 17. According to Vedic literature, what are some uses of animals and birds for human society? a) Only food items such as milk and meat b) Only medicinal purposes c) Various purposes including food, medicine, clothing, and agriculture d) Entertainment purposes only Answer: c) Various purposes including food, medicine, clothing, and agriculture Explanation: Vedic literature mentions multiple uses of animals and birds for human society, including food items, medicines, clothing, and agriculture. 18. What do animals and bird sounds indicate according to Vedic literature? a) Future weather patterns b) Presence of food sources c) Upcoming festivals d) Directions for hunting Answer: a) Future weather patterns Explanation: According to Vedic literature, animal and bird sounds serve as indicators of future events such as rains, lightning, and earthquakes. 19. Which civilization’s excavation suggests the origin of indigenous cattle breeds in India? a) Egyptian civilization b) Indus Valley civilization c) Mesopotamian civilization d) Roman civilization Answer: b) Indus Valley civilization Explanation: Evidence from Mohenjo-daro excavation, which belongs to the Indus Valley civilization, suggests the origin of indigenous cattle breeds in India. 20. What was the order of domestication of animals according to the passage? a) Elephant, horse, cow, pig b) Cow, horse, dog, elephant c) Dog, goat, sheep, cow d) Dog, goat, sheep, cow, buffalo, pig, elephant, horse, camel, ass Answer: