Green Revolution mainly revolves around ___________.

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SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 12 Jan 2023 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is High Yield Variety Programme.

Key Points

The Green Revolution, which took place during the 1960s and 1970s, primarily revolved around the High Yield Variety (HYV) Programme.
This initiative involved the development and use of high-yielding varieties of cereal grains, expansion of irrigation infrastructure, and distribution of hybridized seeds, synthetic fertilizers, and pesticides to farmers.
The purpose of the Green Revolution was to significantly increase agricultural productivity and thereby address food shortages in developing countries.
It had a significant impact, particularly in countries such as India and Mexico.

Additional Information

Rainwater harvesting is a technique of collection and storage of rainwater into natural reservoirs or tanks, or the infiltration of surface water into subsurface aquifers (before it is lost as surface runoff).
Natural vegetation refers to the plants and other flora that have not been significantly altered by humans, or which have been left to grow without human interference. This type of vegetation is a vital part of biodiversity as it forms habitat for several organisms.