Q451
Cross breeding of local livestock with imported livestock for better yeild is undertaken by which of these?
A.
National Mission for Protein Supplement
B.
Rashtriya Gokul Mission
C.
Department of Sheep Husbandry
AnswerD.
Jammu and Kashmir Milk Producers Cooperative Limited
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The department of sheep husbandry was reorganised in 1982. The major aims of the department are as follows :(i) To improve the quality of wool production.
(ii) To improve the socio-economic status of sheep rearing communities.
(iii) Improve genetic potential of indigenous sheep.
(iv) Cross breeding of local sheep with fine breeds like Merino in Kashmir and Rambouillet in Jammu.