Question

Which of the following are Indian cattle?
(i) Bos indicus
(ii) Bos domestica
(iii) Bos bubalis
(iv) Bos vulgaris

A) (i) and (iii)
B) (i) and (ii)
C) (ii) and (iii)
D) (iii) and (iv)

Answer 1

Hint:Cattles belong to the genus Bos and the name following genus is the species name that might differ based on the species.There are different famous breeds in cattle.

Complete answer:
As per the question, the major indian cattle are Bos indicus and Bos bubalis. Bos indicus is also known as humped cattle as they carry a fatty hump on their dorsal side or on shoulder, these cattles are found associated with humans from the initiation of civilization eras such as Harappa civilization, southern part of India is its native land and it is well adapted to the temperature at the tropical regions of the country. They are mainly used as dairy cattle as they can produce large quantities of milk. The other species is the Bos bubalis which is also known as water buffalo which is again a major species in India and is also found in Southeast Asia, and cChina. Their relationship with India is even described in Indus valley civilization. They are used for tilling paddy fields and also for dairy, few populations are very much fond of their milk products. Almost above 98% of the world population of buffalo is found in the countries in the southern part of Asia.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option ‘B’.

Note:Cattles in India are mostly reared for Tilling the paddy fields, transportation, for dairy products and it is reared for the sake of its meat across the globe. Cattles raised for consumption are called beef cattle, where its meat is called as beaf meat or beef. Cattles raised for dairy products are called dairy cattles.