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By which method was a new breed ‘Hisardale’ of sheep formed by using Bikaneri ewes and Marino rams?

1. Mutational breeding
2. Cross breeding
3. Inbreeding
4. Out crossing

Correct answer: Cross breeding

Solution

Hisardale was developed by mating Bikaneri ewes with Marino rams, which is the definition of cross breeding. This method combines desirable traits from two different breeds into a new breed.

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