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Which of the following is used for induced breeding in fishes?

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MOET
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ART
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Hypophysation
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Artificial insemination
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Solution

The correct option is C Hypophysation
Hypophysation is presently the most commonly used method for the induced breeding of fish. In the hypophysation procedure, the pituitary extract is suspended in a physiological salt solution. The practice of injecting fish with substances derived from the pituitary gland for the purpose of inducing reproduction (such as ovulation) when conditions are not favorable for successful natural spawning in ponds.

So the correct answer is Hypophysation.

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