Question

Select the correct alternatives.

Which among the following is a local Indian breed of cattle?

• A. Jersey
• B. Brown Swiss
• C. Red Sindhi
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Red Sindhi

The correct option is C:

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Red Sindhi is an important milch breed of Indian cattle.
2. They are indigenous species and originally originated in Hyderabad, Sindh (Pakistan).
3. They are medium-sized and very beautiful in appearance and their skin color is brick red.
4. It is a heat-tolerant milch cattle breed and can produce 12 liters per day of milk.
5. This breed is continuously used for crossbreeding with temperate-origin cattle breeds.
6. This breed is well adapted for local climates.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Jersey is a small dairy cattle that originally originated from Britain.
2. This breed is popular for its high lactation period.
3. It produces high-quality milk rich in protein, minerals, and trace elements.

Option B:

1. Brown Swiss originally originated from America.
2. This breed is also well known for its good quality milk and high lactation period.
3. Their milk has exceptional milk quality, in which the butterfat to protein ratio is 3 to 4 percent.

Final answer: Red Sindhi is a local Indian breed of cattle.