Q. Pulikulam cattle breed, recently seen in news, is an indigenous cattle breed of which state?
Answer:
Tamil Nadu
Notes: Interest in indigenous cattle breeds, such as the Pulikulam, is experiencing a resurgence, particularly due to the breed's association with the popular local game called Jalikattu in Tamil Nadu, India. The Pulikulam is renowned as a versatile draught and game breed native to Tamil Nadu, specifically originating from Pulikulam village in the Sivaganga district. Also known by various names like Palingu maadu, Mani maadu, Jallikattu maadu, Mattu maadu, and Kilakattu maadu, these cattle are kept as migratory herds.