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Which of the following national institutes is responsible for green revolution in India during 1970s?

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Indian Council of Agricultural Research
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Indian Agricultural Research Institute
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National Rice Research Institute
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International Rice Research Institute
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Solution

The correct option is B Indian Agricultural Research Institute
  • The Indian Agricultural Research Institute is a national institute for agricultural research, education and extension.
  • IARI is commonly known as the Pusa Institute. It is financed and administrated by the ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research).
  • This was responsible for research leading to the green revolution in India during 1970s.

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