Question

Which of the following statements correctly explains the major objective of the Green Revolution in India?

• A. To promote plantation agriculture in hilly regions
• B. To increase agricultural production using HYV seeds, irrigation and fertilizers
• C. To encourage shifting cultivation in tribal areas
• D. To reduce cultivation of food grains

Hint:

Green Revolution focused on: \[ \text{HYV seeds + Irrigation + Fertilizers} \] to increase food grain production.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The: \[ \text{Green Revolution} \] was introduced in India during the: \[ 1960\text{s} \] Its major aim was: \[ \text{to increase food grain production} \] The Green Revolution emphasized:
• High Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds
• Irrigation facilities
• Chemical fertilizers
• Pesticides
• Modern agricultural techniques It helped India achieve: \[ \text{self-sufficiency in food grains} \] especially in:
• Wheat
• Rice Option analysis:
• Option (A): Incorrect
• Option (B): Correct
• Option (C): Incorrect
• Option (D): Incorrect Therefore: \[ \boxed{\text{(B)}} \]