Who is known as the Father of Green Revolution in India for his significant contributions to increasing agricultural productivity?
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Correct Answer :
A. M.S. Swaminathan
M.S. Swaminathan is known as the Father of Green Revolution in India for his significant role in introducing high-yielding crop varieties and increasing agricultural productivity.
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