GS3 · Topic
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Dairy, livestock, poultry, fisheries and the economics of rearing, including breed and disease.
28 UPSC Mains GS3 questions on Animal Rearing and Fisheries that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2018–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Discuss the importance of livestock farming in a non-farm economy. What is the need for the recently proposed livestock census in promoting animal husbandry?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesFood Processing
While an agreement was recently reached at the WTO on a deal to curb "harmful" government fisheries subsidies, certain concerns raised by India suggests that the matter will require further negotiations. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2022–2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesSubsidies and MSP
Livestocks play a key role in improving the socio-economic conditions of the rural masses. In this light, discuss the potential opportunities for the livestock farmers in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesInclusive Growth
India has been able to transform itself from a milk deficit country to the world's biggest milk producer, but the productivity of dairy animals in the country remains a concern. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesInclusive Growth
What is India's stand on the New Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies under WTO? How is the Fisheries sector significant for India? Enumerate the steps taken by the Government to develop this sector.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023
Animal Rearing and FisheriesTrade and Foreign Investment
Do you agree that diversification and innovation in agriculture and allied activities are important aspects of achieving the stated target of doubling farmer's income in India?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022
Crops and Cropping PatternsInclusive Growth
Considering the importance of livestock in Indian agriculture, analyze how investment in animal husbandry can help in incentivizing Indian agriculture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesInclusive Growth
'Integrated development and management of fisheries' would not only ensure food and nutritional security but also would help transform the rural socio-economic landscape.' Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2018–2021
Animal Rearing and FisheriesFood Security and PDS
Examine the role of Integrated Farming System (IFM) in improving agricultural productivity and minimizing the environmental impact of agriculture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsAnimal Rearing and Fisheries
Analyse the potential impact of the fisheries, and seaweed aquaculture on the Indian economy. What factors contribute to its classification as a 'sunrise sector'? (15M)
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and FisheriesInclusive Growth
Indian agriculture reached its zenith in post independent era after efforts of two stalwarts - MS Swaminathan and Varghese Kurien.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Crops and Cropping PatternsAnimal Rearing and Fisheries
A farmer-centric approach is required to realise the true potential of the animal husbandry sector in India and address the issues it faces. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesAgricultural Marketing
Emphasize the catalytic role of Livestock in the socio-economic transformation of households in India. Also, analyse the daunting challenges that remain for the development of the sector.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Analyse the potential impact of fisheries and seaweed aquaculture on the Indian economy. What factors contribute to its classification as a sunrise sector?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and FisheriesMacroeconomic Indicators
Discuss the significance of aquaculture towards nutrition security, livelihood generation, and economic growth. Also mention various initiatives taken by the government to promote sustainable aquaculture in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Inland fisheries play a crucial role in India's economy and food security. Discuss the challenges faced by the sector and suggest measures to enhance its productivity and sustainability.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Write a brief note on Rashtriya Gokul Mission and National Animal Disease Control Programme.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
What are the key objectives of National Gokul Mission? Discuss the key challenges faced by the Milk production sector in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Animal Rearing and FisheriesFood Processing
Fisheries is the fastest growing sector. India is 2nd largest producer of fisheries in world.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Can re-energising the livestock sector be the key to sustainable livelihood and increasing the income of Indian farmers? Give reasons in support of your answer.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Discuss the contribution of livestock sector to the rural economy and the empowerment of women. Also, highlight main challenges faced by the livestock sector in the country and suggest strategies to overcome these challenges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and FisheriesInclusive Growth
Fisheries and Aquaculture sector is considered as a sunrise sector and is poised to play a significant role in the Indian economy in near future. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Highlighting its potential, discuss the challenges that are being faced in the dairy sector in India. Also suggest some steps, which can be taken in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Animal Rearing and Fisheries
Analyse the role of fisheries in nutrition security, livelihood generation, and economic growth. What are the major challenges faced by the fisheries sector?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesFood Security and PDS
Highlight the importance of aquatic food systems as drivers of employment, economic growth, social development and environmental recovery. What issue is India facing at the WTO in this context?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and FisheriesTrade and Foreign Investment
Highlight the significance of the fisheries sector in terms of food security, livelihoods, and economic growth. Also, shed light on concerns regarding the fisheries subsidies pact being discussed at the World Trade Organization (WTO).
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Animal Rearing and FisheriesTrade and Foreign Investment
Dairying is a viable livelihood option for a large section of the population. In this context, discuss the significance, challenges faced and associated government initiatives for the dairy sector in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Animal Rearing and FisheriesInclusive Growth
While the livestock sector has immense potential to contribute to the socio-economic development of rural India, the realization of its true potential is hindered by a multitude of challenges. Elaborate. Also, suggest strategies to address these challenges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Animal Rearing and Fisheries