Question

The Govt. of India has introduced various institutional and technological reforms undertaken to improve agriculture in the 1980's and 1990's. Explain with examples.

Answer 1

Answer: -

GREEN REVOLUTION

Answer 2

Govt. Reforms for agriculture

Explanation:

Institutional Reforms:

1. Comprehensive Land Development Program was started.
2. Provision of harvest protection against drought, floods, fire, etc.
3. Gramin Banks, Cooperative Societies and Banks to provide loans at low interest rates.
4. Kissan Credit Card (KCC).
5. Personal Accident Insurance Scheme (PAIS) for KCC holders.
6. Minimum Support Price.

Technological Reforms:

1. High Yielding Variety seeds, chemical fertilizers, and pesticides were made available.
2. Modern irrigation methods.
3. Support system provided via climate announcements and horticultural projects on Radio and Television.