Question

The examples of cross breed cows are: A. Vechur
B. Karan Fries
C. Karan Swiss
D. Sunandini
E. Kankrej Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. D, E only
• B. B, C, D only
• C. A, C only
• D. D and E only

Hint:

Crossbred = Indigenous + Exotic
Indigenous breeds are NOT crossbred

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
Crossbred cattle are produced by mating indigenous (desi) breeds with exotic breeds to improve productivity such as milk yield, growth rate, and adaptability.

Step 1: Understanding Crossbreeding

• Involves combining traits of two different breeds
• Aims to achieve hybrid vigor (heterosis)
• Improves milk production and adaptability

Step 2: Evaluation of Each Breed
A. Vechur

• Indigenous breed of Kerala
• Not a crossbred variety B. Karan Fries

• Cross between Tharparkar (indigenous) and Holstein Friesian (exotic)
• Developed in India
• Hence, crossbred C. Karan Swiss

• Cross between indigenous cattle and Brown Swiss
• Developed for improved milk yield
• Hence, crossbred D. Sunandini

• Crossbred developed in Kerala
• Combination of local cattle with exotic breeds
• Hence, crossbred E. Kankrej

• Indigenous breed from Gujarat
• Not crossbred

Step 3: Final Evaluation

• Crossbred cattle: B, C, D
• Indigenous breeds: A, E Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{B, C, D only}} \] \[ \boxed{\text{Option (B)}} \]