Previous year MCQs

Economy UPPSC 2008 GS-I
Question

Which States of India have derived maximum benefits from green revolution?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Punjab, Haryana & Western U.P.

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Punjab, Haryana & Western U.P.”.
The Green Revolution within India led to an increase in agricultural production, especially in Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh.

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  2. B) manufacturing. Construction, electricity and gas
  3. C) service sector
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  2. B) Nurkse
  3. C) Adam Smith
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Code:
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  2. B) Marketing
  3. C) Raw materials
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