Question 36 of 38intermediate🔍 AnalyzeShort Answer4 marks

The White Revolution led to an increase in milk production in India primarily due to the efforts of Dr. Verghese Kurien. Therefore, he is known as 'the Milkman of India.' The Green Revolution in India introduced high-yielding varieties of wheat and rice. It was initiated by Dr. M.S. Swaminathan. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1967, Padma Bhushan in 1972, Padma Vibushan in 1989, and Bharat Ratna in 2024. The Blue Revolution focused on increasing fisheries production and productivity in India. This initiative was led by Dr. Hiralal Chaudhuri. In groups of four, research more information about these revolutions. Share your findings with your classmates and teacher.

Correct Answer

White Revolution (Operation Flood) was launched in 1970, making India the world's largest milk producer.

It created a national milk grid connecting milk producers to consumers and established dairy cooperatives across India. Dr. Kurien's work transformed India from a milk-deficient nation to a milk-surplus nation.

Green Revolution began in the 1960s, introducing high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds for wheat and rice. It increased agricultural production significantly and made India self-sufficient in food grains.

This revolution was led by Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, known as the 'Father of Indian Green Revolution.'

Blue Revolution focused on fisheries and aquaculture development. It aimed to increase fish production and improve the livelihoods of fishing communities.

This initiative was led by Dr. Hiralal Chaudhuri and contributed to India becoming a major fish-producing nation.

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Explanation

This research activity extends the chapter's theme of Dr. Kurien's contributions to nation-building. Students should research each revolution's timeline, objectives, key figures, achievements, and impact on India's economy and food security. The activity connects to the chapter's emphasis on selfless service and contributing to the common good.

Solution Steps

  1. White Revolution (Operation Flood) was launched in 1970, making India the world's largest milk producer

  2. White Revolution created a national milk grid and established dairy cooperatives across India

  3. Dr. Verghese Kurien transformed India from a milk-deficient nation to a milk-surplus nation

  4. Green Revolution began in the 1960s, introducing high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds for wheat and rice

  5. Green Revolution made India self-sufficient in food grains

  6. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan is known as the 'Father of Indian Green Revolution'

  7. Blue Revolution focused on fisheries and aquaculture development

  8. Dr. Hiralal Chaudhuri led the Blue Revolution, contributing to India becoming a major fish-producing nation

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