Question : Which of the following statements is/are true regarding the Green Revolution?
i. The term "Green Revolution" was coined by Sir William Gaud. ii. Norman Borlaug is hailed as the Father of the Green Revolution. iii. M. S. Randhawa is called the Father of the Green Revolution in India.
Option 1: Only i and iii
Option 2: Only i and ii
Option 3: Only ii
Option 4: Only iii
Correct Answer: Only i and ii
Solution : The correct option is Only i and ii .
Sir William Gaud, an American agricultural economist, coined the term "Green Revolution" in 1968. He used the term to describe the new agricultural technologies that were being developed and implemented in developing countries.
Norman Borlaug, an American agronomist, is widely recognised as the father of the Green Revolution. His work in developing high-yielding varieties of cereal grains, such as wheat, played a crucial role in increasing global food production.
The title "Father of the Green Revolution in India" is attributed to Dr. M. S. Swaminathan.
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