A 41-kg Sowa fish, locally known as Kir, caught off Gwadar coast by a local Fisherman has been auctioned at whopping Rs 1.14m. What made it so precious?
Correct answer: B. Due to presence of a special type of matter used by pharmaceuticals in production of surgical items.
- A. Having 41 kg boneless meat.
- B. Due to presence of a special type of matter used by pharmaceuticals in production of surgical items.
- C. A rarely found fish once in years.
- D. British Royal family's favourite dish.
Explanation
Sowa fish is valuable mainly because its swim bladder contains a collagen-like substance used in pharmaceutical products, including surgical materials. Its high price was not due to boneless meat or rarity alone.
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