Question

Read the following statements (1- 4). Which of the following statements are true related to disadvantages of natural breeding.

• A. 2 and 3
• B. 1 and 3
• C. 3 and 4
• D. 1, 3 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 3 and 4

Animal breeding is the controlled mating of domesticated animals followed by the selection of offspring with superior genotypes. It helps to improve the desirable characters of the animals in subsequent generations while gradually eliminating the harmful ones.

In natural breeding, the animals (male and female) have to be physically present in the farm. They have to be reared together in large, clean, dry, well ventilated farm houses with proper lighting to ensure healthy life of the animals.

The animals that are reared for breeding purposes require a balanced and nutritious diet for their good health. The diet must be high in proteins and nutrients.

Natural breeding involves sexual contact between the animals. Thus the chances of spreading of contagious diseases are quite high. So, timely vaccinations and regular health check-ups by a visiting veterinarian is also important.

All of these require heavy expenditure on the part of the breeders every year and are hence major disadvantages of natural breeding.

Natural breeding does not involve the use of scientific techniques so much cost is not involved in maintaining laboratories, equipments or expert personnel.

Hence statements 1, 3 and 4 are disadvantages of natural breeding.