Introduction The Green Revolution refers to the period during the 1960s and 1970s when India adopted new agricultural technologies, including high-yielding varieties (HYV) of seeds, chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation techniques. The primary aim was to overcome chronic food shortages and make India self-sufficient in food grain production. Led by scientists such as M.S. Swaminathan,…
The Green Revolution, introduced in the mid-20th century, was a transformative movement in agriculture that significantly increased food production, particularly in countries like India. While it brought prosperity to many regions, its effects on small and marginal farmers were complex and multifaceted. Below is an in-depth analysis of how the Green Revolution impacted small and…
Introduction Industrialization has been a driving force behind economic growth and technological advancements worldwide. It has led to increased production, job creation, and improvements in living standards. However, when industrialization occurs without proper regulations and concern for environmental consequences—often referred to as blind industrialization—it leads to severe environmental degradation. The relentless pursuit of industrial expansion…