Question
Which of the following is/are the impacts of Green
Revolution? (1) loss of Soil fertility (2) depletion of water table (3) higher yield of crops in some States Which of the above statement(s) is/are CORRECT?Solution
Explanation: In many areas, Green Revolution is associated with the loss of soil fertility due to increased use of chemical fertilisers. Also, continuous use of groundwater for tube well irrigation has led to the depletion of the water-table. Environmental resources, like soil fertility and groundwater, are built up over years. Once destroyed it is very difficult to restore them. We must take care of the environment to ensure future development of agriculture.
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