Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Strategies for enhancement in Food production

Question:
Which among the following is an example of marine edible fish ?
Options:
Catla
Rohu
Hilsa
Common carp
Correct Answer:
Hilsa
Explanation:
A large number of our population is dependent on fish, fish products and other aquatic animals such as prawn, crab, lobster, edible oyster, etc., for food. Some of the freshwater fishes which are very common include catla, rohu and common carp. Some of the marine fishes that are eaten include – hilsa, sardines, mackerel and pomfrets.