What type of questions are asked in this paper?

This paper consists of descriptive questions.

How many questions are to be attempted?

Out of eight questions, five are to be attempted. Questions 1 and 5 are compulsory. Three more questions must be attempted from the remaining six, with at least one from each of the two sections (A and B).

In which language should the answers be written?

Answers must be written in English only.

Does this paper include objective questions?

No, this paper consists of descriptive questions only.

What is the year of this examination paper?

The year of this examination paper is 2020.

Indian Forest Service 2020 Animal Husbandry Paper II PDF

Name: Indian Forest Service 2020 Animal Husbandry Paper II PDF
Creator: UPSC
Keywords: Indian Forest Service 2020, IFS Main 2020, Animal Husbandry Veterinary Science Paper II, UPSC IFS Question Paper, Veterinary Science Descriptive Questions, IFS 2020 Paper II PDF, Animal Husbandry Exam Paper, Veterinary Science Exam Paper, Indian Forest Service Previous Year Paper, UPSC Main Exam Paper

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Year 2020
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 8
Maximum Marks 200
Duration Three Hours
Languages English

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
Year	2020
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper - II
Subject	Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
Duration	Three Hours
Maximum Marks	200
Number of Questions	8
Question Type	Descriptive / Subjective

This is the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper - II for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2020, conducted by UPSC. The paper carries a maximum of 200 marks and allows three hours for completion. It consists of eight descriptive questions, of which candidates must attempt five, including compulsory questions 1 and 5. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to secure a position in the Indian Forest Service, testing their in-depth knowledge of veterinary science and animal husbandry.

Major Topics Covered

Renal regulation of acid-base balance
Ulnar and radial nerves
Glomerular Nephritis in dogs
Zoonoses
Black Quarter
Neural and hormonal control of blood pressure
Meat and milk borne diseases
Salmonella spp
Clostridium perfringens
Staphylococcus aureus
Germinal layers and fetal membranes in mammals
Compton metabolic profile test
Ketosis in cows
Muscle tissue histology
Parasitic zoonoses
Cryptococcosis
Toxoplasmosis
Hydatidosis
Trichinellosis
Paragonimiasis
Anthrax
Antiparasitic drugs
Levamisole
Veterinary Public Health

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination preparation
Helps understand the latest exam pattern
Useful for practice and self-assessment
Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
Helpful for analysing question trends

Related Resources

Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2020 Paper I
Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2019 Animal Husbandry Paper II
UPSC Combined Defence Services Exam Papers
Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2020 Animal Husbandry Paper II Answer Key
Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Syllabus
Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Syllabus
Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination Pattern
UPSC Exam Pattern

Instructions

There are EIGHT questions in all, out of which FIVE are to be attempted.
Out of the remaining SIX questions, THREE are to be attempted selecting at least ONE question from each of the two Sections A and B.
Attempts of questions shall be counted in sequential order.
Unless struck off, attempt of a question shall be counted even if attempted partly.
Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
Answers must be written in ENGLISH only.
Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.

Questions (page 2)

Q2.

(a) Discuss about neural and hormonal control of blood pressure and blood volume.

(b) Enlist important meat and milk borne diseases in humans. Write the differential characteristics of food borne diseases caused by Salmonella spp, Clostridium perfringens and Staphylococcus aureus.

Q3.

(a) What is the Compton metabolic profile test ? Discuss in detail the classification, etiopathogenesis and management of ketosis in a cross-bred cow.

(b) Define muscle tissue. Discuss histological and micro-structural characteristics of various types of muscle tissues and different types of proteins present in muscle fibres.

(c) Discuss the salient features of the following important parasitic zoonoses:
(i) Cryptococcosis
(ii) Toxoplasmosis
(iii) Hydatidosis
(iv) Trichinellosis
(v) Paragonimiasis

Q4.

(a) Discuss about etiology, mode of transmission, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and control of Anthrax in domestic animals.

(b) Discuss the characteristics of an ideal antiparasitic drug. Describe the mode of action, anthelmintic spectrum and contraindications of Levamisole.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.

What is the subject of this paper?

The subject is Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science, Paper - II.

What is the conducting body?

The conducting body is UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 200.

What is the time allowed to complete the paper?

The time allowed is Three Hours.

What is the paper code?

The paper code is JKLO-B-AHVS.

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