Haryana BSEH Secondary Animal Husbandry study plan

List and define the 12 most common livestock diseases of Haryana (HS, FMD, BQ, anthrax, mastitis, metritis, milk fever, bloat, PPR, swine fever, coccidiosis, fowl pox) with causative agent and species affected

Distinguish viral, bacterial, protozoal, metabolic and deficiency diseases by their key signs and match each to its correct control measure

Demonstrate the sequence of first-aid steps for bloat, poisoning and heat stroke in cattle and buffaloes

Describe the cold chain and handling rules for the major vaccines (FMD, HS, BQ, PPR) and the deworming schedule for calves and adults

Explain the composition and feeding value of the main roughages and concentrates available in Haryana (berseem, oats, maize fodder, wheat straw, mustard cake, cotton seed cake, maize grain)

Calculate a simple balanced ration for a crossbred cow producing 10 litres of milk and for a buffalo producing 6 litres

Identify the signs of mineral and vitamin deficiency and state the corrective supplementation

Describe the feeding schedule for a calf from colostrum to 6 months of age

Sketch a loose housing shed for 10 crossbred cows with correct floor space, manger length, ventilation and drainage

Compare the housing needs of a smallholder buffalo shed with a commercial dairy shed

Name and describe the distinguishing features of the main Haryana cattle and buffalo breeds: Hariana, Sahiwal, Red Sindhi, Tharparkar, Murrah, Nili-Ravi, Surti and Jaffarabadi

Match each breed to its home tract, milk yield range and typical use

Describe the oestrus cycle in cattle and buffaloes, including duration, signs of heat and correct time of insemination

Explain AI technique steps, semen handling and record keeping for a village AI centre

Differentiate inbreeding, line breeding, outcrossing and crossbreeding, with one Haryana example of each

Describe pregnancy diagnosis, dry period management and calving interval targets

List the main sheep, goat, pig and poultry breeds of India with their utility type (mutton, wool, milk, egg, meat)

Describe the management routine for a 50-bird backyard poultry unit and a 100-bird broiler unit

Explain the management of a small piggery unit including housing, feeding and farrowing care

Identify the vaccination and deworming schedule for goats, sheep and poultry

Describe clean milk production practices from udder preparation to storage and the causes of milk spoilage

Explain the tests used to check milk quality (clot-on-boiling, alcohol test, fat and SNF) and their interpretation

List value-added dairy products feasible for a small Haryana dairy and outline the process for one of them

Summarise the role of animal husbandry in Haryana's rural economy, including key state schemes and the contribution of dairying to farm income

Prepare a simple business plan for a small dairy, poultry or goat unit covering capital, recurring cost, expected return and break-even

Describe the main marketing channels for milk, eggs and meat in Haryana and the role of cooperatives

Explain extension methods used to reach farmers, including demonstration, field day and mass media

Identify the support available from veterinary hospitals, KVKs and state departments for a new entrepreneur

Re-attempt and score at least 85% on a 50-question mixed test weighted to the highest-scoring domains

Revise all weak areas flagged by earlier self-tests using a one-page summary per weak domain

Recite the disease, vaccination and deworming schedules from memory without notes

Practice writing two full-length answers under exam time limits