The term sericulture is used for
(a) culture of bacteria
(b) rearing of silkworm
(c) making silk fabric from silk yarn
(d) production of sarees
Correct Answer: (b) rearing of silkworm
Explanation: The breeding, rearing or management of silkworms for the production of silk is known as sericulture.
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