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In India, which of the following species of honey bee is reared in artificial hives?

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Apis indica

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Apis dorsata

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Apis florea

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Apis indica
Apis indica is the Indian breed of honey bee used for the apiculture in India. They are reared and managed in the artificial beehives for the production of honey, pollination of nearby crops, housing supply bees.

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