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Which of the following is/are the features of a green revolution?1. The Green Revolution in India began in the mid-1960s.2. It is associated with the introduction of high-yielding varieties of seeds and Technical Expertise.3. In India its chief protagonist was MS Swaminathan, former Director-General of ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research).1. 1 and 2 only2. 2 and 3 only3. 1 and 3 only4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : 1, 2 and 3

The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3.

  • The average national yield of wheat was very low in the 1960s as compared to the wheat yields of agriculturally advanced countries. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
  • In 1970, Norman E. Borlaug was awarded Nobel prize for “Green Revolution” which also helped India.
  • MS Swaminathan, former Director-General of ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) stressed the need for reorientation of the entire breeding programme of tall varieties. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
  • Components of the Green Revolution
    • High Yielding Varieties (HYV). 
    • Mechanization of Agriculture. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.
    • Use of Chemical Fertilizers and Pesticides.
    • Irrigation.
  • Achievements:
    • Increase in Agricultural Production and productivity.
    • Less Dependence on Imports.
    • Employment.
    • A Benefit to the Farmers.

  • Negative Impacts of the Green Revolution are:
    • Reduction in genetic diversity
    • Greater vulnerability to pests
    • Displacement of small farmers
    • Land Degradation
    • Groundwater depletion
    • Ecological and health Impacts
    • Income disparity among farmers
    • Increased Social conflicts


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