Green Revolution and Food Security in India: A Review

Authors

  • Shikha Yadav Department of Geography, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi
  • Subhash Anand Department of Geography, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi

Keywords:

: Green revolution, achievements, environmental impact, food security, policies

Abstract

India suffered from food shortage with occasional drought, famines which compelled to import. A rapidly growing
population was creating more and more pressure on the agriculture sector and the country was suffering from lack
of food grains in 1950. That time population was more, and food production and productivity were less. The Green
Revolution which has helped in boosting self-confidence in our agricultural capability and balance between population growth and food grains production. The most remarkable achievement of the Green Revolution is the
significant increase in the production of two major crops, rice and wheat. This first Green Revolution recorded both
positive and negative implications on society and the environment. Present impacts are very alarming for human
health. In spite of the huge agricultural production, there are some questions about the status of food security in the
country. There is dire need to frame the second Green Revolution for the country. The intensification and food
production diversification by promoting and providing a nutrient-dense improved variety of seeds of predominant
crops are needed. This paper reviews the features of agricultural policies and the impact of the initial phase of the
Green Revolution, and food security challenges in India

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Published

26-02-2022

How to Cite

Yadav, S. ., & Anand, S. . (2022). Green Revolution and Food Security in India: A Review. National Geographical Journal of India, 65(3), 312–323. Retrieved from https://ngji.in/index.php/ngji/article/view/38

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