Question

Match List-I with List-II

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
• B. (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
• C. (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)
• D. (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

Hint:

"Valai" is a Tamil word for net. Gears like Pole and Line are iconic to marine tuna fisheries, while specific local names like Kola valai are usually tied to estuarine/backwater systems.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Fishing gears in India are often highly specialized for particular ecosystems, whether they are marine, estuarine, or inland (freshwater). Local names often reflect the gear's traditional use in specific regions.
Detailed Explanation:
1. Pole and Line (A): This is a major commercial fishing method used for catching skipjack tuna in the Sea, particularly in the Lakshadweep islands. It involves using a bamboo pole, a line, and a barbless hook with live bait. (A-IV)
2. Long/Dor (B): "Dor" is a traditional term often used for lines or specific traps in Hill streams (high-altitude freshwater bodies). These gears are designed to withstand or utilize the fast-flowing water of mountain rivers. (B-III)
3. Kola Valai (C): This is a traditional encircling or gillnet used primarily in the Backwaters and estuaries of south India (Tamil Nadu/Kerala). (C-II)
4. Suthu Valai (D): This is a traditional net used in Lakes and large reservoirs for capturing inland fish species. (D-I)

The matching results in: A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I.

Step 2: Final Answer:
The matching sequence is found in Option (A).