From which among the following pairs of species, a small quantity of fine quality wool is obtained in India ?
Pashmina goats and Angora rabbits
Pashmina rabbits and Angora goats
Pashmina rabbits and Angora sheep
Pashmina goats and Angora sheep
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UPSC CAPF – 2015
Pashmina is a fine type of cashmere wool obtained from the pashmina goat (a breed of the Cashmere goat) native to high altitudes of the Himalayas in regions like Kashmir and Ladakh. It is highly prized for its softness, warmth, and fine texture, and is traditionally collected by hand, resulting in limited quantities. Angora wool is obtained from the Angora rabbit and is known for its softness, warmth, and fluffiness. Angora rabbits are reared in various parts of the world, including India. Angora goats produce mohair, which is distinct from wool and Angora rabbit fiber. Angora sheep breeds exist but are less commonly associated with fine, small-quantity wool production compared to Pashmina goats or Angora rabbits in the Indian context for this type of question.