Consider statements about animal husbandry: 1. Dairy farming involves the rearing of milk-producing animals. 2. Poultry farming involves the rearing of birds for meat and eggs. 3. Apiculture involves the rearing of silkworms. Which are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Dairy farming is the business of breeding, raising, and managing dairy animals (like cows and buffaloes) for the production of milk and milk products. Poultry farming involves the commercial raising of domesticated birds (like chickens, ducks, and turkeys) for the production of meat and eggs. Apiculture is the scientific rearing of honeybees (Apis species) for the production of honey, beeswax, and other hive products; silkworm rearing is sericulture. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.