What was the main objective of the Second Green Revolution in India?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Focusing on holistic development in agriculture.
The main objective of the Second Green Revolution in India was holistic development in agriculture, focusing on:
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Sustainable practices (organic farming, drip irrigation).
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Regional inclusivity (eastern India, rain-fed areas).
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Diversification (horticulture, dairy, fisheries).
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Technology integration (GM crops, precision farming).
Unlike the First Green Revolution (1960s–70s), which prioritized wheat/rice in Punjab-Haryana with chemicals, the second phase aimed for equitable growth, environmental balance, and nutritional security (e.g., biofortified crops).