CLASS 4 CHAPTER 11 LIVESTOCK
Students are allowed to choose any three topics. SHORT NOTE (WRITE ONLY IN
THE NOTEBOOK).
SHORT
NOTE Meaning of Livestock: Livestock refers to farm animals like cows, buffaloes, goats, and
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sheep, raised for their milk, meat, wool, and other products. These animals are important for
farmers.
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NOTE Animal Husbandry: Animal husbandry is the practice of caring for and breeding animals like
Topic 2 cows, goats, and chickens to get milk, meat, eggs, and other products.
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NOTE Dairy Farming:
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3
Dairy farming is raising animals like cows and buffaloes to produce milk. Milk is used to make
butter, cheese, and curd products.
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NOTE Fisheries:
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Fisheries include catching or farming fish and other water animals like prawns and crabs. They
provide an important food source and support many people's livelihood.
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NOTE Poultry:
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Poultry refers to birds like hens, ducks, and turkeys raised for their eggs and meat. It is an
important part of farming and a key source of healthy and nutritious food.
YES /NO QUESTIONS (WRITE ONLY IN THE TEXTBOOK). PAGE NO:71
1 The rearing of fish is called pisciculture. True
2 Goat's milk is very nutritious. True
3 Milch animals give us leather. False
4 Livestock refers to all wild animals. False
NO SECTION A- TICK THE CORRECT ANSWER (WRITE ONLY IN THE TEXTBOOK).
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1 We get wool from (b) Sheep.
2 Animal skins are used for making: (a) Clothes.
3 Blue Revolution is associated with (d) Fisheries.
4 Biogas is produced from (a) Animal dung.
Section B: Fill in the blanks (WRITE ONLY IN THE TEXTBOOK) PAGE NO:73
1 The rearing of fish on a large scale is known as pisciculture.
2 Cow dung is used as fuel and manure.
3 A branch of agriculture concerned with the caring and breeding of animals is called animal
husbandry.
4 Raw hides are used to make leather.
5 Oxen are used for ploughing fields.
Section C: Match the Following (WRITE ONLY IN THE TEXTBOOK) PAGE NO:73
1 1. Sheep - (d) Wool
2. Hens - (e) Eggs
3. Oxen - (a) Plough fields
4. Bullock carts - (b) Means of transport
5. Cow dung - (c) Manure
Section D: Answer the following questions (WRITE ONLY IN THE NOTEBOOK).
1 What is livestock?
Answer: Livestock is the domestication of farm animals such as cows, buffaloes, goats, and
sheep. They are raised to provide milk, meat, wool, and other essential products,
contributing to farming and our daily needs.
2 Why is animal husbandry important for the rural economy?
ANS: Animal husbandry is important for the rural economy because it provides milk,
meat, wool, and manure, which are essential for the livelihood of rural people.
3 Explain the White Revolution in brief.
ANS: The White Revolution was a movement to increase milk production, in India, the
White Revolution was led by Dr. Verghese Kurien. It made India one of the largest milk
producers and helped improve farmers' lives.
4 List down the steps undertaken by the government to improve the health of cattle.
ANS: The government has undertaken several steps to improve the health of cattle like
setting up veterinary hospitals, providing vaccinations, and offering medicines for cattle.
5 Why did humans learn to domesticate animals?
ANS: Humans domesticated animals for food, transport, and to help in farming and other
daily activities.
6 How does livestock rearing create opportunities for self-employment?
ANS: Livestock rearing creates opportunities for self-employment because People can sell
milk, eggs, and wool. It gives opportunities to work as dairy farmers, creating income for
themselves.
7 Do you think animal husbandry is an important occupation in India? If yes, why?
ANS: Yes, animal husbandry is an important occupation in India because it provides
Source of Income: Many farmers earn money by selling milk, eggs, meat, and wool.
Employment: It generates livelihood opportunities for millions, particularly in rural
regions.
Supports Farming: Animals such as oxen and buffaloes assist in plowing fields and
transporting goods.
Improves Nutrition: Milk, eggs, and meat provide healthy food for people.
Boosts Economy: Animal products are exported, bringing money to the country.
