- The National Livestock Policy was formulated in 2013 with the aim of ensuring sustainable and equitable growth in livestock sector.
- The policy focuses on enhancing productivity, improving animal health and welfare, promoting research and development, and ensuring effective livestock marketing and value chain development.
- It also emphasizes the need for capacity building of stakeholders, promoting breed improvement programs, and ensuring the welfare of livestock keepers.


- NADCP is a flagship program launched by the Government of India in 2019 with the goal of controlling and eradicating major livestock diseases.
- The program aims to vaccinate all livestock against diseases like Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Brucellosis.
- It also focuses on capacity building of veterinary personnel, establishment of disease diagnostic labs, and strengthening disease surveillance and monitoring systems.


- The National Policy for Farmers was introduced in 2007 to address the various issues faced by farmers, including those engaged in animal husbandry.
- The policy focuses on improving the livelihoods of farmers, ensuring access to credit, technology, and markets, and promoting sustainable agriculture practices.
- It emphasizes the need for comprehensive support to farmers for animal husbandry activities, including veterinary healthcare services and breed improvement programs.


- The report of the National Commission on Farmers, also known as the "Swaminathan Commission Report," was published in 2006.
- The report highlights the importance of animal husbandry and veterinary sciences in ensuring food and nutritional security.
- It recommends measures to address the challenges faced by farmers, including access to veterinary services, breed improvement, and promoting livestock-based livelihoods in rural areas.


- The National Livestock Mission was launched in 2014 with the objective of sustainable development of livestock sector.
- The mission focuses on enhancing livestock productivity, improving breed quality, promoting animal health and welfare, and strengthening livestock marketing infrastructure.
- It also aims to provide skill development and capacity building opportunities to farmers and stakeholders involved in animal husbandry.

These government reports and policies provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the field of animal husbandry and veterinary sciences. Familiarity with these documents will help UPSC aspirants to understand the government's approach towards promoting sustainable livestock development and ensuring the welfare of farmers and livestock keepers.