SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 41

SSC CGL - 12 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q41

The headquarters of the second Green Revolution cell was in ________.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Patna.

The headquarters of the Second Green Revolution cell was in Patna, Bihar. The Second Green Revolution aimed at boosting agricultural productivity in eastern India, particularly in states like Bihar, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh. The cell was established to focus on increasing crop production, improving agricultural techniques, and promoting sustainable farming practices in these regions. The initiative targeted the development of rain-fed areas through improved irrigation, better seeds, and technology to achieve food security and economic growth.