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With help of your teacher or an elder find out the names of at least 5 different breeds of cows.

Correct Answer

Five different breeds of cows include:

1) Gir - from Gujarat, known for high milk production.

2) Kankrej - from Gujarat/Rajasthan, strong and good milk yield.

3) Ongole - from Andhra Pradesh, hardy breed.

4) Sahiwal - from Punjab, high milk producer.

5) Red Sindhi - from Sindh region, good for dairy.

Other examples include Hallikar, Tharparkar, and Vechur. Students should research with elders to find local and famous cow breeds.

Exercise: Activity 4 | Q: 1 | (Page Page 12)
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Explanation

The chapter mentions that three Indian cow breeds—Gir, Kankrej, and Ongole—were taken to Brazil and became so important that their pictures appear on stamps and coins. Today, more than three-fourths of Brazil's milk comes from these Indian breeds. This activity helps students learn about the diversity of Indian cow breeds and their significance.

Solution Steps

  1. Gir - from Gujarat, known for high milk production

  2. Kankrej - from Gujarat/Rajasthan, strong and good milk yield

  3. Ongole - from Andhra Pradesh, hardy breed

  4. Sahiwal - from Punjab, high milk producer

  5. Red Sindhi - from Sindh region, good for dairy

  6. Other notable breeds include Hallikar, Tharparkar, and Vechur

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