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In the first phase of the Green Revolution (approximately mid-1960s up to mid-1970s), the use of HYV seeds was restricted to the more affluent in whic
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In the first phase of the Green Revolution (approximately mid-1960s up to mid-1970s), the use of HYV seeds was restricted to the more affluent in which of the following states?

I. Punjab
II. Andhra Pradesh

A.

Only II

B.

Both I and II

C.

Only I

D.

Neither I nor II

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) Both I and II
Explanation:
During the first phase of the Green Revolution, which began in the mid-1960s, the use of High-Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilizers, and irrigation facilities was introduced primarily in economically advanced and well-irrigated regions. These areas were chosen for their better agricultural infrastructure.

Punjab was the epicenter of the Green Revolution in India and witnessed massive agricultural productivity due to extensive irrigation and mechanization.
Andhra Pradesh, especially regions like the Krishna and Godavari deltas, also benefited from the Green Revolution due to similar agricultural advantages and affluent farmers who could afford the inputs.

Information Booster:
• The Green Revolution in India was spearheaded by M.S. Swaminathan, known as the Father of the Green Revolution.
• The main crops involved were wheat (mainly in Punjab, Haryana) and rice (in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu).
• The revolution helped India achieve self-sufficiency in food grain production.
• However, it led to regional imbalances and ecological concerns in the long run.

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