In India’s mixed crop-livestock farming system, which of the following is NOT one of the widely held species named in NCERT?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Camels
In the mixed crop-livestock system, cattle, goats and fowl are the widely held species. Camels are among the animals in the lowest rung.
Option (1) Cattle — True. Cattle are widely held.
Option (2) Camels — False. Camels, asses, horses, ponies and mules are in the lowest rung.
Option (3) Goats — True. Goats are widely held.
Option (4) Fowl — True. Fowl are widely held.
NCERT (2026-27): “5.5 Diversification into Productive Activities … Animal Husbandry: In India, the farming community uses the mixed crop-livestock farming system —cattle, goats, fowl are the widely held species. Livestock production provides increased stability in income, food security, transport, fuel and nutrition for the family without disrupting other food-producing activities. Today, livestock sector alone provides alternate livelihood options to over 70 million small and marginal farmers including landless labourers. A significant number of women also find employment in the livestock sector. Chart 5.1 shows the distribution of livestock in India. Poultry accounts for the largest share with 61 per cent followed by others. Other animals which include camels, asses, horses, ponies and mules are in the lowest rung. …” |