Green Revolution in India
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Date
January 01, 1965
Type
National
Author
anupjishnu
Location
Ludhiana,
Punjab,
India
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Science & Technology
Economic & Business
Event Details
In the mid-1960s, India launched the Green Revolution under the leadership of M.S. Swaminathan and Agriculture Minister C. Subramaniam.
Details: It involved the introduction of high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds, modern irrigation, and chemical fertilizers.
Legacy: The revolution transformed India from a food-deficient nation dependent on aid to a food-surplus nation, ensuring food security for its growing population.