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UPSC Prelims 1981 · Agriculture · Seeds, Water and Fertiliser
What is the best way of increasing agricultural output in India?
- (a) By using more fertilizers
- (b) By using more water
- (c) By increasing the area under cultivation
- (d) By using better seeds, requisite amount of fertilizers and modern technology
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: (d) By using better seeds, requisite amount of fertilizers and modern technology
Better seeds with the right fertiliser and modern technology raise yields — the Green Revolution package.
Why the others are wrong
(a) Fertiliser alone has diminishing returns.
(b) Water alone is not enough.
(c) India has little spare land.
The trap
None.
🔒 Green Revolution package: HYV seeds + fertiliser + irrigation + pesticides.
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