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    Question

    In which breed of cattle do the horns exhibit a distinct

    'half-moon' appearance, and their skin displays white with dark red or chocolate-brown patches, or sometimes black or purely red coloring?
    A Sahiwal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Gir Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Red Sindhi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ongole Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    • This breed is also called as Bhadawari, Desan, Gujarati, Kathiawari, Sorthi, and Surati • Originated in Gir forests of South Kathiawar in Gujarat also found in Maharashtra and adjacent Rajasthan. • Basic colours of skin are white with dark red or chocolate-brown patches or sometimes black or purely red. • Horns are peculiarly curved, giving a ‘half-moon’ appearance.

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