Test: Feeding and Caring for Farm Animals - Class 8 MCQ

Domestic animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and poultry kept on a farm are collectively called livestock. They provide food, wool, transport, manure, and labour, and form an important part of a farmer’s wealth.

In Maharashtra, farmers celebrate Bendur or Pola to honour and thank cattle for their contribution to farm work and livelihood.

Animal husbandry is the scientific management and care of livestock. It includes feeding, housing, healthcare, ethical treatment, and ensuring the well-being of animals.

Large animals can get disturbed by unfamiliar people. Speaking calmly and offering feed reduces stress, while sudden movements or standing behind them may cause kicking.

In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Kanuma is celebrated to thank cattle and livestock for their role in farming.

The Veterinary Council of India (VCI) is the nodal authority that decides standards for veterinary education and ensures proper healthcare services for animals.

Kasargod cattle are an indigenous dwarf breed from Kerala, known for their small size (about 1 metre height) and high-quality milk at low maintenance.

Livestock provide organic manure through dung, which enriches soil fertility and reduces dependence on chemical fertilisers.

Siri cattle, found in Sikkim, Darjeeling, and Bhutan, have long powerful legs suitable for hilly terrain, making them excellent draught animals.

Vaccination protects livestock against infectious bacterial and viral diseases, ensuring healthier animals and preventing disease outbreaks among herds.