Question

Identify two negative social effects of Green Revolution.

Hint:

Other negative impacts include environmental degradation (soil salinity, water table depletion) and loss of biodiversity, but the question specifically asks for social effects.

Answer 1

Two Negative Social Effects:

• Increased Regional Inequality: The Green Revolution was primarily focused on irrigated areas (like Punjab, Haryana, Western UP). This led to uneven development, where these regions prospered while dry/rain-fed areas lagged behind, creating regional disparities.
• Displacement of Small Farmers / Class Conflict: The high cost of inputs (seeds, fertilizers, machinery) benefited rich farmers. Small and marginal farmers often couldn't compete, leading to debt and land loss. This widened the gap between rich landlords and poor peasants, sometimes resulting in social tension and class conflict.