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Part of: Miscellaneous Indian Gk set 134

Effort to use modern techniques in science to increase food production in poor countries

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Think about the agricultural advancements aimed at increasing food production.

Correct Answer: A) Green revolution.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway

Difficulty: Moderate

Explanations:
  • High-Yielding Varieties (HYVs): Scientists developed new varieties of crops, particularly wheat and rice, that could produce much higher yields than traditional varieties. These HYVs were designed to be more responsive to fertilizers and irrigation.
  • Chemical Fertilizers: The use of chemical fertilizers became widespread, providing essential nutrients to the soil and enabling the high-yielding varieties to reach their full potential.
  • Improved Irrigation: Better irrigation systems were implemented to ensure that crops received adequate water, especially in regions with limited rainfall.
  • Modern Farming Techniques: The adoption of modern farming techniques, such as mechanization and the use of pesticides, further increased the efficiency and productivity of agriculture.
    • Option Analysis:
    • Option A: This is the correct answer. The Green Revolution refers to the efforts to use modern agricultural techniques to increase food production in poor countries. It involved the introduction of high-yielding varieties of seeds, chemical fertilizers, and improved irrigation methods.
    • Option B: Jute is a fiber crop, not an agricultural movement. It is used in the production of textiles and is not related to increasing food production in poor countries.
    • Option C: Cottage industry refers to small-scale, home-based manufacturing, typically involving traditional crafts and not modern agricultural techniques. It is unrelated to the context of increasing food production.
    • Option D: Outsourcing refers to the practice of contracting a business process out to a third party, often in another country. It is not related to agricultural advancements or increasing food production.

    Mnemonic: GR - Green Revolution: Grow Rich

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