Food Security Achievement

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After the Green Revolution, India achieved food security which is reflected in:

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After the Green Revolution, India achieved food security which is reflected in:

  1. Increased food imports
  2. Abundant buffer stocks of grains ✓ Correct
  3. Reduced agricultural production
  4. Closure of PDS
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

After the Green Revolution, India achieved food security which is reflected in the abundant buffer stocks of grains.

Key Points:
  • Rapid expansion of banking system had positive effect on rural output, income and employment.
  • Famines became events of the past after the Green Revolution.
  • Farmers could avail credit facilities and loans for production needs.
  • FCI maintains buffer stocks of wheat and rice.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A: India reduced dependence on imports, not increased.
  • C: Production increased, not reduced.
  • D: PDS was strengthened, not closed.

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