Question

Which of the following are Indian cattle?

1. Bos indicus
2. Bos domestic
3. Bos bubalis
4. Bos vulgaris

विकल्प

• (i) and (iii)

• (i) and (ii)

• (ii) and (iii)

• (iii) and (iv)

Answer 1

(i) and (iii)

Explanation:

The generic name of a cow (cattle) is Bos indicus. It is adapted for the drier regions of the country such as Gujarat and Rajasthan. Buffalo is commonly called Indian water buffalo, its generic name is Bos bubbles.