Question: Yellow revolution in India is said to be revolution in the production of:
Options:
A. Petroleum
B. Oilseeds
C. Jute fiber
D. Potato
The Yellow Revolution in India was an initiative launched in 1986-1987 to increase the production of edible oilseeds, particularly mustard and sesame seeds, within the country. This aimed to achieve self-sufficiency in edible oils and reduce dependence on imports. Sam Pitroda is considered the father of the Yellow Revolution in India.
🔑IMP Key Points:
• The Yellow Revolution in India is associated with oilseeds.
• It refers to the sudden increase in edible oil production due to the plantation of hybrid oilseeds, such as sesame and mustard.
• Sam Pitroda is regarded as the Father of the Yellow Revolution.
• Related Agricultural Revolutions:
• Blue Revolution: Associated with fish production.
• Golden Revolution: Associated with fruits.
• Round Revolution: Associated with potatoes.
• Yellow Revolution: Associated with oilseeds.