Indian Forest Service 2016 Animal Husbandry Paper I PDF

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  • Year 2016
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Maximum Marks 200
  • Duration Three Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Indian Forest Service Exam
Year 2016
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper I
Subject Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
Duration Three Hours
Maximum Marks 200
Question Type Mixed

This is the question paper for Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper I of the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Exam conducted by UPSC in 2016. The paper is designed to test candidates' knowledge in specialized areas of animal husbandry and veterinary science. It allows a duration of three hours to complete and carries a maximum of 200 marks. The paper includes a mix of objective and descriptive questions, requiring candidates to demonstrate both conceptual understanding and application skills. Aspirants can use this paper to understand the exam pattern, question types, and important topics covered in the IFS examination.

Major Topics Covered

  • Mammary glands
  • Embryo Transfer Technology
  • Meiosis
  • Calf feeding
  • Milk production in buffaloes
  • KAMDHENU PROJECT
  • Milk collection societies
  • Oestrous Cycle
  • Milk recording systems
  • Anterior pituitary hormones
  • Hypothalamus hormones
  • Balanced feed
  • Silage
  • Systematic forces
  • Dispersive forces
  • Progeny testing
  • Pedigree selection
  • Species hybridization
  • Cross-breeding
  • Metabolizable energy
  • Digestible energy
  • Restricted feeding
  • Challenged feeding
  • Semen freezing
  • Artificial insemination
  • Genotype-environmental correlation
  • Genotype-environment interaction
  • Mixed farming
  • Specialized dairy farming
  • Poultry feed
  • Heritability

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Indian Forest Service Exam 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 Exam 2016 Paper II
  • Indian Forest Service Exam 2015 Animal Husbandry Paper I
  • UPSC Civil Services Exam General Studies Paper I 2016
  • IFS 2016 Animal Husbandry Paper I Answer Key
  • Indian Forest Service Exam Syllabus
  • Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Syllabus
  • Indian Forest Service Exam Pattern
  • IFS Exam Stages

Instructions

  • I.F.S. EXAM-2016 वियोज्य DETACHABLE ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND VETERINARY SCIENCE Paper I 0000044

  • There are EIGHT questions in all, out of which FIVE are to be attempted.
  • Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory.
  • 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.
  • All questions carry equal marks.
  • 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)

Q3.

(a) Discuss the different types of milk recording systems at National level and explain the significance of milk recording at the dairy farm.

(b) What is the role of major hormones secreted by anterior pituitary and hypothalamus in relation to their function associated with mammary glands.

Q4.

(a) Define balanced feed. What are the basic requirements for balancing feed for milk production in cattle?

(b) Discuss the major contributing factors for balancing the feed.

(c) Why silage is important for animals?

Section B

Q5. Differentiate between the following:

(a) Systematic forces and Dispersive forces.

(b) Progeny testing and Pedigree selection.

(c) Species hybridization and Cross-breeding.

(d) Metabolizable energy and Digestible energy.

(e) Restricted feeding and Challenged feeding.

Q6.

(a) Define semen. Enlist the freezing techniques used for freezing and storing bovine semen. Discuss briefly the widely used methods for freezing semen.

(b) Discuss the Artificial insemination practices followed in dairy cattles in India.

(c) Outline the importance of collection of semen in Artificial insemination program.

Q7.

(a) Discuss genotype-environmental correlation and genotype-environment interaction in sheep production.

(b) What are the advantages of Mixed farming?

(c) What is specialized dairy farming ? How does it differ from mixed and diversified farming?

Q8.

(a) Enlist the reasons of balanced nutrition in poultry. Classify the poultry feed for different age-group of birds.

(b) Define the term heritability. Enlist the different methods of its estimation. Discuss any two methods in detail with their advantages.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Exam.

Which paper is this question paper for?

This is for Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper I.

What is the conducting body for the IFS Exam?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the IFS Exam.

In which year was this paper conducted?

This paper was conducted in the year 2016.

What is the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 200.

What is the time duration allowed for this paper?

The time allowed for this paper is Three Hours.

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