Question

Define Green Revolution. Write down its components in detail.

Answer 1

It's well known that the Green Revolution in Punjab in the mid- 1960s singularly contributed to make India self-sufficient in food, by ringing in a quantum jump in foodgrain - wheat and rice - production and productivity.

Answer 2

Green revolution also referred to as the third Agriculture revolution is an implementation of new scientific technology around the 1950-1960’s, which led to a boost in Agriculture production.

Explanation:

• The basic new technologies were high-yielding kinds of cereals(wheat and rice), in association with chemical fertilizers, new methods of cultivation, including mechanization.
• In India (1961) people were facing a famine that affected millions in India.
• During this time the intervention of new technology such as Plant Protection Measures, Agricultural Machinery and Improved Implement, pesticides and high-yielding seeds saved lives and started the green revolution in India.
• The major components of Green revolution is:  

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                     Use of Pesticide

                     Use of Chemical Fertilisers

                     High Yield variety of seeds.

                     Irrigation.