UPSC Civil Services Model Paper 7

The average national yield of wheat was very low in the 1960s as compared to the wheat yields of agriculturally advanced countries.
Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
In 1970, Norman E. Borlaug was awarded Nobel prize for “Green Revolution” which also helped India.
MS Swaminathan, former Director-General of ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) stressed the need for reorientation of the entire breeding programme of tall varieties. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
Components of the Green Revolution High Yielding Varieties ( HYV ). Mechanization of Agriculture.
Hence, Statement 2 is correct.
Use of Chemical Fertilizers and Pesticides.
Irrigation.
Achievements :
Increase in Agricultural Production and productivity.
Less Dependence on Imports.
Employment.
A Benefit to the Farmers.