Question Q.6Discuss the factors for the regional success of the White Revolution in western IndiaGS3GS1
The White Revolution was most successful in the Western part of India. Discuss the factors for this regional success of the White Revolution. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks
Introduction
White revolution lead to India becoming self sufficient in milk production.
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Main Body
Factors for success in Western India:
1Growth rate by AMUL at Anand village in Gujarat
2Pre-existing wealthy class for impetus to the revolution
3Replication of green revolution model with better diffusion to poor class
4Women in the region had greater freedom compared to other regions
5Cooperative network was strong here
6Infrastructure availability leads at connected that led to quick dispersal of the movement
7Govt. efforts acted as a boost to provide philp to the movement - (ex: subsidies on land & electricity)
8Presence of capitalist class in the region that sustained the model.
This mov. inspired several others like Sudha (Bihar) & Nandini (Karnataka) & caused a spread effect.
117 words9 paragraphs
Diagram
Diagram showing the region (Western India) where White Revolution was most successful, with AMUL at Anand village marked
- Identifies key institution (AMUL) and location (Anand)
- Mentions both socio-economic and social factors
- Recognizes role of women participation
- Notes the Green Revolution model influence
Topper
Annapurna Singh
Subject & Paper
GS3GS1
Topic
Post-independence Consolidation and Reorganization
Agricultural Revolutions and Rural Development
White Revolution - regional success factors
Writing Stats
128
Total words
9
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