(a) What is green revolution ? Mention the steps that led to it. (b) Name the scientist whose contribution led to development

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(a) What is green revolution ? Mention the steps that led to it.
(b) Name the scientist whose contribution led to development of semi-dwarf wheat varieties in India.

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answered Jan 31, 2018 by sameer (82,980 points) 5 11 37
selected Feb 4, 2018 by Vikash Kumar
 
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(a) Dramatic increase in food production (wheat and rice) during the mid 1960’s is termed as Green Revolution Various plant breeding techniques / better management practices / use of agrochemicals (fertilizers and pesticides)  
(b) Norman E.Borlaug 

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