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Dr. Devesh Thakur has been serving as an Assistant Professor at the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSKHPKV Palampur, for the last 15 years. He holds MVSC and PhD degrees from the esteemed Indian Veterinary Research Institute. Dr. Thakur's academic journey has been marked by excellence, exemplified by securing top rank in the Indian Council of Agricultural Research Postgraduate examination.

Specializing in Veterinary Extension Education, Dr. Thakur's postgraduate work focused on the crucial intersection of gender factors in dairy farming. His commitment to education, research, and extension activities spans over 15 years, during which he has made substantial contributions to the field. Dr. Thakur's prolific publication record includes over 62 research papers, 178 popular articles, 13 technical bulletins, and four books. His previous works encompass critical topics such as Gender Factor in Access to Livestock-based Information in India, Livestock Entrepreneurship, Dairy Entrepreneurship, and the Use of Social Media in Agriculture and Animal Husbandry. Beyond traditional publishing, he has ventured into the digital realm, creating a comprehensive 10-hour Online Course featuring 86 videos on Public Speaking, Communications, and Interpersonal Skills.

As a Principal Investigator, Dr. Thakur has led eight action research projects funded by prestigious national and state agencies, showcasing his expertise in areas such as NIF-DST India, NABARD, HIMCOSTE, National Commission of Women, and ICAR-IASRI, New Delhi. Dr. Thakur's commitment extends to the grassroots level, where he has conducted numerous training programs, Model Training Programmes, and workshops. Funded by key entities like the Agriculture Skill Council of India, National Commission of Women, Ministry of Agriculture (Government of India), NIFTEM, and ICAR, these initiatives have targeted veterinarians, para-veterinary staff, extension officers, and farmers, providing invaluable insights into Dairy, Sheep, Goat, and Poultry Farming.

The culmination of his expertise is evident in his latest venture, "Gender and Animal Husbandry: A Comprehensive Question Bank." Crafted with a keen understanding of diverse learning needs, the book offers a range of question types, making it an invaluable resource for students, educators, researchers, and professionals navigating the complex relationship between gender dynamics and animal husbandry..

1. Exploring the Intersection of Gender and Animal Husbandry: Understanding the Difference between Gender and Sex
2. Women's Role in Animal Husbandry: Empowerment and Challenges"
3. Gender Sensitization and the Importance of Gender Sensitization in Animal Husbandry
4. The Importance of Gender Analysis in Livestock Farming
5. Introduction to Gender Mainstreaming in Animal Husbandry and the Livestock Sector
6. Gender Budgeting in India - Tools and Principles