Question

Hisardale is a new breed of sheep resulted from cross of -

• A. Bikaneri ewes and Marino rams
• B. Bikaneri rams and Marino ewes
• C. Bikaneri ewes and Bikaneri rams
• D. Marino ewes and Marino rams

Hint:

Hisardale sheep was developed to improve wool yield and quality in India by combining native adaptability with Merino's fine wool traits.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Recall Hisardale sheep breeding.
Hisardale is a synthetic breed developed at Hisar (Haryana, India). It was produced to combine the hardiness of Indian breeds with the superior wool quality of exotic breeds.

Step 2: Parent breeds.
- Female parent: Bikaneri ewes (native Indian breed). - Male parent: Merino rams (exotic breed with fine wool).

Step 3: Conclusion.
Hence, Hisardale sheep is a cross between Bikaneri ewes and Merino rams.

Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{Hisardale = Bikaneri ewes × Merino rams}} \]