Question

Mating of superior male of one breed and superior female of another breed is called

• A. Out crossing
• B. Cross breeding
• C. Close breeding
• D. Line breeding

Hint:

Example of Cross Breeding: {Hisardale} (Sheep) = Bikaneri Ewes $\times$ Marino Rams.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Analyze Animal Breeding Methods:

• Out crossing: Mating of animals within the same breed, but having no common ancestors for 4-6 generations.
• Cross breeding: Mating of superior males of one breed with superior females of another breed. This is used to combine desirable qualities of two different breeds (e.g., Hisardale sheep).
• Close breeding: Intense inbreeding (mating closely related individuals).
• Line breeding: Mating animals that are distantly related (e.g., cousins).

Step 2: Conclusion:
The question describes mating between two \different breeds. This defines Cross breeding.