What characterizes the Green Revolution?

• A. A large increase in crop production achieved by the use of fertilizers, pesticides, and high-yield crop varieties
• B. A shift toward organic farming and reduced chemical use
• C. Only improvements in irrigation methods
• D. Decline in global crop production

Answer: (A)

The main idea is a dramatic rise in crop yields achieved through a combination of high-yield crop varieties and modern agricultural inputs. The Green Revolution introduced high-yield varieties of staple crops, paired with synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and expanded irrigation—and often some mechanization. This package dramatically increased production per acre in many countries, helping to feed growing populations. It isn’t about organic farming or reduced chemical use, nor is it limited to irrigation alone, and it certainly didn’t represent a global decline in crop output.