IAS Mains Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science 2001
Paper-I
Section A

Write short notes on any three of the following in about 200 words each: (20 × 3 60)

Metabolic disorders in ruminants caused due to imbalance in diet

Protein metabolism in ruminants and monigastrics

Scientific basis of the adage ‘Prevention is better than cure’

Scientific reasons for guinea-pigs being used for Vitamin C research

Describe protein, energy, mineral and fibre requirements of laying hen and compute a suitable ration for 1000 lavers under Indian conditions

Discuss the mechanism of action of various growth promoting agents to enhance the energetic efficiency and nitrogen retention in ruminants

Write a critical review on feeding Standards indicating their advantages and limitations

Section B

Write short notes on any three of the following in about 200 words each: (20 × 3 60)

Male female reproductive systems of cattle with neat diagrams

Current status of recombinant DNA technology

Breed synthesis in India

Mixed dairy farming vs. Specialised farming

What is meant by breeding efficiency? How can it be improved in dairy animals? Describe different methods of measuring breeding efficiency

What are hormones? Discuss the role of hormones in conversion of blood precursors into milk constituents in alveolar cells. Clarify whether milk is secreted during milking or in the interval of milkings

Discuss the various methods of improvement of poor quality roughages. Which method is suitable and applicable under Indian conditions? Also indicate the method commonly used by the farmers to improve the nutritional value of straws