The term “Green Revolution” in India was coined by which of the following individuals?

👨‍🔬 Dr. M.S. Swaminathan
→ Role: Known as the "Father of the Green Revolution in India"
→ Contributions: Played a crucial role in research on high-yielding varieties (HYVs) and their adoption by farmers in India

🌾 Dr. Norman Borlaug
→ Role: Often referred to as the "Father of the Green Revolution" globally
→ Contributions: Developed high-yielding wheat varieties that significantly increased agricultural productivity, particularly in developing countries including India
→ Awards: Nobel Peace Prize in 1970 for his work

🌍 William Gaud
→ Role: Administrator of USAID from 1961 to 1965
→ Contributions: Credited with coining the term "Green Revolution" in a speech in 1968, referring to the technological advances and increased agricultural production

🇮🇳 Rajendra Prasad
→ Role: First President of India (1950-1962)
→ Contributions: Supported agricultural development but was not directly associated with the Green Revolution or the term itself