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Key Facts: UPMSP Intermediate Animal Husbandry — Code 171 Exam

Code 171

Official UPMSP Subject Code

UPMSP Intermediate Agriculture Syllabus

70 / 30

Theory Marks / Practical Examination Marks

UP Board Exam Scheme

3h 15m

Total Theory Exam Duration

UPMSP Examination Schedule

100

Curated English practice MCQs in this question bank

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33%

Minimum Aggregate Passing Percentage

UP Board Regulations

Prepare for the UPMSP Class 12 Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (Code 171) board exam with 100 practice questions covering cattle/buffalo breeds, animal nutrition, disease management, and dairy processing.

Sample UPMSP Intermediate Animal Husbandry — Code 171 Practice Questions

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1Which indigenous Indian cattle breed is renowned for having the highest milk yield among dual-purpose or milch breeds and originates from the Montgomery district of undivided Punjab?
A.Sahiwal
B.Amritmahal
C.Hallikar
D.Nagori
Explanation: Sahiwal is the premier indigenous dairy breed of India, native to Montgomery district (now in Pakistan). It produces 2,000 to 2,500 kg of milk per lactation with high milk fat content (~4.5–5%).
2Which exotic dairy cattle breed native to the Netherlands is famous for producing the highest quantity of milk per lactation worldwide?
A.Jersey
B.Holstein-Friesian
C.Brown Swiss
D.Ayrshire
Explanation: Holstein-Friesian (HF) originates from North Holland and Friesland in the Netherlands and is the highest milk-producing cattle breed globally, averaging 6,000 to 8,000 kg per lactation.
3Which Indian buffalo breed is world-famous for its jet-black body color and tightly curled horns resembling sickle rings?
A.Surti
B.Bhadawari
C.Murrah
D.Jaffarabadi
Explanation: Murrah, originating from Haryana and Delhi, is the premiere dairy buffalo breed of India. It is characterized by a jet-black body, white switch of tail, and tightly curled horns.
4Which Indian goat breed is famous as the 'Milk Queen of India' and has long pendulous ears with Roman nose features?
A.Black Bengal
B.Barbari
C.Gaddi
D.Jamnapari
Explanation: Jamnapari, native to the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh, is the largest and best dairy goat breed in India, known for its convex head (Roman nose), long flat drooping ears, and high milk yield.
5Which dual-purpose poultry breed originating in the United States is characterized by single or rose combs, yellow skin, and brown eggshell production?
A.Rhode Island Red
B.White Leghorn
C.Aseel
D.Kadaknath
Explanation: Rhode Island Red (RIR) is a world-renowned dual-purpose chicken breed from the US, valued for both excellent egg production (brown eggs) and high meat yield.
6What is the average length of the estrous cycle (heat cycle) in a healthy non-pregnant dairy cow?
A.14 days
B.21 days
C.28 days
D.35 days
Explanation: The average estrous cycle length in cattle is 21 days (with a normal range of 18 to 24 days), recurring periodically unless conception occurs.
7Which indigenous buffalo breed of the Chambal ravine area in UP and MP is famous for having the highest milk fat percentage (up to 12–13%)?
A.Nili-Ravi
B.Surti
C.Bhadawari
D.Mehsana
Explanation: Bhadawari buffaloes, originating in the Bhind, Morena, and Agra region (Chambal Valley), are famous for copper-colored skin and exceptionally rich milk containing 8 to 13% fat.
8What is the primary objective of crossbreeding local indigenous zebu cattle with high-yielding exotic breeds in India?
A.To produce aggressive draught bullocks
B.To combine high milk yield potential with disease resistance and heat tolerance
C.To change coat color for aesthetic appearance
D.To eliminate the need for green fodder
Explanation: Crossbreeding combines the superior milk production genetics of exotic breeds (like Holstein or Jersey) with the tropical heat tolerance, disease resistance, and tropical adaptability of local Zebu cattle.
9Which indigenous sheep breed of Rajasthan produces the finest carpet wool in India and is often referred to as the 'Indian Merino'?
A.Deccani
B.Nellore
C.Mandya
D.Chokla
Explanation: Chokla (or Shekhawati) sheep of Rajasthan produce fine to medium carpet wool of high quality, earning them the nickname 'Indian Merino'.
10What is the average gestation period (pregnancy duration) of a domestic dairy cow?
A.282 days
B.150 days
C.310 days
D.114 days
Explanation: The average gestation period of cattle is approximately 282 days (or roughly 9 months and 9 days), ranging between 279 and 285 days.

About the UPMSP Intermediate Animal Husbandry — Code 171 Exam

The Uttar Pradesh UPMSP Intermediate (Class 12) Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (Pashupalan tatha Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan - Code 171) examination assesses student knowledge in livestock breed identification, animal feeding and nutrition, dairy farming management, animal health and disease control, and dairy technology. This practice module offers 100 English-language practice MCQs aligned with the official UPMSP Class 12 Agriculture curriculum.

Assessment

100 multiple-choice practice questions structured as an English-language study adaptation for UPMSP Class 12 Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (Code 171). The official UPMSP board examination consists of a 70-mark theory paper and a 30-mark practical examination.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes (195 minutes)

Passing Score

33% aggregate in theory and practical components

Exam Fee

₹600.75 for institutional (regular) Intermediate candidates, including the Agriculture Part-2 stream, and ₹806 for private candidates for the 2026 examination. UPMSP charges one registration fee per candidate, not per subject paper. (Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP))

UPMSP Intermediate Animal Husbandry — Code 171 Exam Content Outline

25%

Livestock Breeds & Breeding Systems

Indigenous and exotic breeds of cattle, buffalo, sheep, goat, and poultry; breeding methods (inbreeding, crossbreeding, outcrossing), estrus cycle, heat detection, and artificial insemination.

25%

Feeds & Animal Nutrition

Classification of feeds (roughages and concentrates), balanced ration formulation, digestion in ruminants, fodder preservation (silage and hay making), feed additives, and nutritional deficiency disorders.

15%

Animal Housing, Hygiene & Management

Housing systems (loose housing, conventional tail-to-tail and head-to-head barns), sanitation, ventilation, calf management, pregnant cow care, bio-security, and farm record maintenance.

20%

Livestock Diseases & Veterinary First Aid

Etiology, symptoms, prevention, and control of major bacterial (Anthrax, HS, BQ), viral (FMD, Ranikhet), parasitic, and metabolic (Milk Fever, Bloat, Mastitis) diseases; vaccination schedules and first aid.

15%

Dairy Science & Milk Processing

Physical and chemical composition of milk, milk testing (fat percentage via Gerber method, lactometer specific gravity, COB test), pasteurization, sterilization, and manufacture of milk products (ghee, butter, dahi, paneer, khoa).

How to Pass the UPMSP Intermediate Animal Husbandry — Code 171 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 33% aggregate in theory and practical components
  • Assessment: 100 multiple-choice practice questions structured as an English-language study adaptation for UPMSP Class 12 Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (Code 171). The official UPMSP board examination consists of a 70-mark theory paper and a 30-mark practical examination.
  • Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes (195 minutes)
  • Exam fee: ₹600.75 for institutional (regular) Intermediate candidates, including the Agriculture Part-2 stream, and ₹806 for private candidates for the 2026 examination. UPMSP charges one registration fee per candidate, not per subject paper.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

UPMSP Intermediate Animal Husbandry — Code 171 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize the native home/origin tract and physical identifiers of major Indian cattle and buffalo breeds (e.g., Murrah buffalo's tightly curled horns, Sahiwal's loose skin/dewlap).
2Understand the difference between roughages (high crude fiber >18%, low TDN) and concentrates (low crude fiber <18%, high TDN).
3Learn the four stomach compartments of ruminants (Rumen, Reticulum, Omasum, Abomasum) and their specific digestive functions.
4Remember key diagnostic disease symptoms: dark unclotted blood in Anthrax, crepitating swelling in Black Quarter, tongue vesicles and salivation in FMD, and S-shaped neck posture in Milk Fever.
5Master milk testing formulas and standard values: cow milk specific gravity (1.028-1.032), buffalo milk specific gravity (1.030-1.034), and Gerber test sulfuric acid specific gravity (1.825).
6Differentiate pasteurization methods: Low-Temperature Long-Time (LTLT at 63°C for 30 minutes) versus High-Temperature Short-Time (HTST at 72°C for 15 seconds).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mark distribution for UPMSP Class 12 Animal Husbandry (Code 171)?

The official examination comprises 100 total marks split into a 70-mark written theory paper and a 30-mark practical examination.

Is this question bank presented in English?

Yes, this 100-question module provides an English-language study adaptation to help students master key terminology and concepts for UPMSP Code 171.

Which cattle and buffalo breeds are most prominent in the UPMSP Class 12 syllabus?

Key cattle breeds include Sahiwal, Gir, Red Sindhi, Hariana, Tharparkar, Holstein-Friesian, and Jersey. Prominent buffalo breeds include Murrah, Bhadawari, Surti, and Nili-Ravi.

What core topics are covered under Dairy Science in Code 171?

Dairy Science topics include milk composition (fat, casein, lactose, ash), physical tests (lactometer reading, specific gravity, pH), Gerber fat estimation, pasteurization (LTLT and HTST), and preparation of khoa, paneer, ghee, and butter.

What major livestock diseases are essential for the board exam?

Critical diseases include Anthrax, Haemorrhagic Septicaemia (HS), Black Quarter (BQ), Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), Ranikhet (Newcastle) Disease in poultry, Milk Fever (Hypocalcemia), Mastitis, and Bloat.