The Green Revolution
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Who is known as the 'Father of the Green Revolution'?

  • Rachel Carson
  • Gregor Mendel
  • Norman Ernest Borlaug (correct)
  • Louis Pasteur

    • During which time period did the Green Revolution take place?

  • 1940s to 1960s (correct)
  • 1960s to 1980s
  • 1900s to 1920s
  • 1920s to 1940s

    • What was the main aim of the Green Revolution?

  • Promote traditional farming techniques
  • Increase agricultural production (correct)
  • Reduce technological advancements
  • Improve urban infrastructure

    • Which scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 1970 for his contributions to the Green Revolution?

    <p>Norman Ernest Borlaug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What played a crucial role in the Green Revolution by being more resistant to pests and producing higher yields?

    <p>High-yielding varieties of crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In microeconomics, what is the main focus?

    <p>Relationship between specific economic units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the elements of economic structure?

    <p>Property ownership, labor force, and distribution of production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which economic indicator measures the total value of goods and services produced in a country?

    <p>GDP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of macroeconomics?

    <p>Overall economy and economic aggregates</p> Signup and view all the answers

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