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What was the consequence of using 'high yielding seeds' in India during the 1960s?
Drastic increase in foodgrain production, known as the Green Revolution
Who is credited with the discovery of high-yielding wheat grains in the 1960s?
Dr. Norman Borlaug
What problem did India face in 1965-66 that led to a severe scarcity of foodgrains?
Drastic drop in agricultural production due to severe drought
What regions in India were initially chosen for the usage of high-yielding variety seeds of wheat?
Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Eastern parts of Uttar Pradesh
What are some factors involved in growing crops using high-yielding grains?
Specific nutrients, regulated water supply, and disease protection
What led to the immense increase in wheat production in Mexico and Taiwan?
Use of high-yielding wheat grains discovered by Dr. Norman Borlaug
Test your knowledge on the Green Revolution in India, a significant achievement of the five-year plans. Learn about the increase in foodgrain production through the use of high yielding seeds and the key figures involved in this agricultural transformation.
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