Consider the following statements regarding Rashtriya Gokul Mission: I...
Gir indigenous cow breed is being promoted under Rashtriya Gokul Mission.
About Gir cow:
- It is an excellent dairy cattle breed well-known among the milk producers.
- It is known for its milk producing ability, good fertility, heat tolerance, easy maintenance, resistance to diseases and longevity.
- The name of the breed is derived from its place of origin, the “Gir” forest of Gujarat.
- It has the ability to adapt to the entire central belt and northern and southern stretches.
Key points about Rashtriya Gokul Mission
- It is being implemented for the development and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds since December 2014.
- It is continued under the umbrella scheme Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojana from 2021 to 2026.
- Objectives
- To enhance the productivity of bovines and increase milk production in a sustainable manner using advanced technologies.
- To propagate the use of high genetic merit bulls for breeding purposes.
- To enhance artificial insemination coverage through strengthening the breeding network and delivery of Artificial insemination services at farmers' doorstep.
- To promote indigenous cattle & buffalo rearing and conservation in a scientific and holistic manner.
Hence both statements are correct.
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Consider the following statements regarding Rashtriya Gokul Mission: I...
Rashtriya Gokul Mission is an initiative launched by the Government of India under the Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojana. The mission aims to conserve and develop indigenous bovine breeds in India. Let's analyze the given statements to understand their correctness.
1. It is an initiative under the Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojana:
- This statement is correct. Rashtriya Gokul Mission is indeed an initiative under the Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojana. The Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojana is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare to develop and improve the productivity of livestock, including cattle, buffalo, sheep, goat, and pig.
2. It aims for the conservation of indigenous bovine breeds in India:
- This statement is also correct. The primary objective of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission is to conserve and develop indigenous bovine breeds in India. The mission aims to enhance the productivity and genetic improvement of indigenous cattle, thereby improving the livelihoods of farmers and preserving the biodiversity of indigenous bovine breeds.
Rashtriya Gokul Mission seeks to establish integrated cattle development centers called "Gokul Grams" that will be responsible for the development, conservation, and propagation of indigenous bovine breeds. These Gokul Grams will act as centers of excellence for breed improvement and will promote the use of technologies like artificial insemination and embryo transfer to enhance the genetic potential of indigenous cattle.
The mission also focuses on setting up bull mother farms to produce high-quality semen for artificial insemination. It aims to preserve the genetic material of indigenous bovine breeds and make it available to farmers to improve the productivity of their cattle.
Furthermore, Rashtriya Gokul Mission aims to create infrastructure for the rearing of indigenous cattle, including the establishment of modern cattle farms, veterinary hospitals, and cattle shelters. It also supports the training of farmers, dairy entrepreneurs, and veterinary professionals in scientific cattle rearing practices.
In conclusion, both statements are correct. Rashtriya Gokul Mission is an initiative under the Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojana, and it aims to conserve indigenous bovine breeds in India.