IAS Mains Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science 2000
Paper-II
Section A

Write short notes on any three of the following in about 200 words each:

Zero Rinderpest Programme

Importance of hoof management in horses

Blood groups and their role in blood transfusion in canines

Functional anatomy in relation to flying in birds

Justify that liver is a vital organ. Discuss the tests that may be used for diagnosing hepatic disorders in live animals.

Discuss the role of various milk products in transmission of diseases in human beings.

What are the important deficiency diseases in bovines and how do these diseases affect productivity?

Section B

Write short notes on any three of the following in about 200 words each

Role of blood-brain-barrier in drug metabolism

Economic feasibility of sustainable milk production

Methods for increasing carcass yield

Osmotic regulation

Discuss the development of lymphoid organs during post natal stage with emphasis on their role in host defence mechanism.

Discuss various animal husbandry programmes for rural development. Discuss the various constraints in its implementation. What measures will you recommend for its rectification?

Describe five important vital diseases in buffaloes. What control measures may be adopted for their prevention?