Question

(a)(ii) Clarify how the Green Revolution enabled the government to procure sufficient food grains to build stocks to be used during times of food shortages.

Hint:

Highlight the role of surplus production and MSP policies in building food reserves during the Green Revolution.

Answer 1

Introduction of high-yield variety (HYV) seeds and better irrigation practices significantly increased wheat and rice production. Surplus production allowed the government to procure food grains under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) policy, ensuring stockpiling. These stocks helped the government meet public distribution system requirements and manage food shortages during crises.