Test your knowledge on the Green Revolution with this MCQ on Green Revolution! Challenge yourself and learn more about this important agricultural movement.
MCQ on Green Revolution
1. What was the main objective of the Green Revolution in India?
a) To increase the production of rice
b) To reduce the use of chemical fertilizers
c) To increase agricultural productivity and alleviate hunger
d) To promote organic farming practices
Answer: c) To increase agricultural productivity and alleviate hunger
2. Who is often referred to as the “Father of the Green Revolution in India”?
a) Dr. M. S. Swaminathan
b) Dr. Norman Borlaug
c) Dr. Verghese Kurien
d) Dr. Ramanjaneyulu
Answer: a) Dr. M. S. Swaminathan
3. Which crop played a significant role in the success of the Green Revolution in India?
a) Wheat
b) Millet
c) Barley
d) Sorghum
Answer: a) Wheat
4. Which of the following factors contributed to the success of the Green Revolution in India?
a) Adoption of high-yielding varieties of seeds
b) Expansion of irrigation facilities
c) Use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
5. What was one of the negative consequences of the Green Revolution in India?
a) Decreased agricultural productivity
b) Environmental degradation
c) Reduced food security
d) Increased poverty
Answer: b) Environmental degradation
6. Which decade saw the initiation of the Green Revolution in India?
a) 1950s
b) 1960s
c) 1970s
d) 1980s
Answer: b) 1960s
7. Which Indian state was at the forefront of the Green Revolution during its initial phase?
a) Punjab
b) Kerala
c) West Bengal
d) Maharashtra
Answer: a) Punjab
8. What role did the introduction of HYV (High Yielding Variety) seeds play in the Green Revolution?
a) They reduced the need for water
b) They increased crop yields significantly
c) They led to a decrease in soil fertility
d) They caused crop diseases to become more prevalent
Answer: b) They increased crop yields significantly
9. Which international organization provided substantial support for the Green Revolution in India?
a) World Bank
b) United Nations
c) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
d) Asian Development Bank
Answer: a) World Bank
10. Which crop saw a remarkable increase in productivity due to the Green Revolution in India, leading to the country’s self-sufficiency in its production?
a) Rice
b) Sugarcane
c) Pulses
d) Maize
Answer: a) Rice