Consider the following statements about animal husbandry in India:
(A) The farming community uses the mixed crop-livestock farming system.
(B) Cattle, goats and fowl are the widely held species.
(C) Livestock production gives stability in income without disrupting other food-producing activities.
(D) The livestock sector provides alternate livelihood options mainly to large farmers.
(E) Sheep and goats account for the largest share of livestock in India (2019).
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Three
Statements (A), (B) and (C) are correct.
(A) The farming community uses the mixed crop-livestock farming system. — Correct. Farmers keep animals along with crops.
(B) Cattle, goats and fowl are the widely held species. — Correct. These are the common animals.
(C) Livestock production gives stability in income without disrupting other food-producing activities. — Correct. It adds a steady income while farming goes on.
(D) The livestock sector provides alternate livelihood options mainly to large farmers. — Incorrect. It supports over 70 million small and marginal farmers, including landless labourers.
(E) Sheep and goats account for the largest share of livestock in India (2019). — Incorrect. Poultry has the largest share, 61 per cent.
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. …” |