Topics covered in Paper 1 of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science:

1. Veterinary Anatomy:
- Gross and microscopic anatomy of different domestic animals.
- Comparative anatomy of different organs and body systems.
- Structure and function of various body systems such as digestive, respiratory, circulatory, urinary, reproductive, and nervous systems.

2. Veterinary Physiology:
- Study of the normal physiological processes in animals.
- Functioning of different body systems including digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, reproduction, and endocrine system.
- Homeostasis and mechanisms of regulation in animals.

3. Animal Nutrition:
- Principles of nutrition and their application in livestock management.
- Classification and composition of feeds.
- Digestion and metabolism of nutrients in different animal species.
- Nutritional requirements and feeding practices for different categories of animals.

4. Animal Breeding and Genetics:
- Principles of animal breeding and its importance in improving livestock production.
- Breeding systems and selection methods.
- Concepts of heredity and variation.
- Genetic principles and their application in animal breeding.
- Use of biotechnology in animal breeding.

5. Livestock Production and Management:
- Principles and practices of livestock management.
- Housing, feeding, and breeding of different livestock species.
- Disease control, vaccination, and health management in livestock.
- Management of different production systems such as dairy farming, poultry farming, and swine production.
- Sustainable livestock production practices.

6. Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology:
- Study of drugs used in veterinary medicine.
- Principles of drug action, dosage, and administration.
- Toxicology and its implications in veterinary practice.
- Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs in animals.

7. Veterinary Pathology:
- Study of diseases and disorders in animals.
- Causes, mechanisms, and effects of different diseases.
- Diagnostic techniques and pathological changes associated with various diseases.
- Principles of disease prevention and control.

8. Veterinary Microbiology:
- Study of microorganisms and their role in animal diseases.
- Bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections in animals.
- Laboratory techniques for the identification and diagnosis of microorganisms.
- Principles of disease prevention and control.

9. Veterinary Parasitology:
- Study of parasites and their impact on animal health.
- Identification, life cycles, and control measures of different parasites.
- Parasitic diseases and their management in animals.

10. Veterinary Medicine:
- Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases in animals.
- Principles and techniques of veterinary clinical examination.
- Therapeutic approaches and drug therapy for different diseases.
- Principles of veterinary public health and zoonotic diseases.

These topics are covered in Paper 1 of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science, which aims to assess the candidate's knowledge and understanding of various aspects related to animal health, welfare, and management.