SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 26

SSC GD Const (English) - 29 Feb 2024 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q26

In India, the Green Revolution was mainly led by __________.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answeer is option 2 i.e. M.S. Swaminathan.

In India, the Green Revolution was mainly led by Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, an eminent agricultural scientist. The movement, which began in the 1960s, aimed at increasing food production through the adoption of high-yielding varieties of seeds, improved irrigation techniques, and advanced farming practices. Dr. Swaminathan played a pivotal role in implementing these changes and transforming India from a food-deficient country into a self-sufficient one in terms of grain production.