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In view of the current food criis, it is said , that we need another green revolution. Highlight the major limitations of the eariler greeen revolution..

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Introduction to the Green Revolution**: The Green Revolution refers to a period during the mid-20th century when agricultural production worldwide increased significantly due to the introduction of high-yielding varieties (HYVs) of crops, along with the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and improved irrigation techniques. 2. **Need for Another Green Revolution**: Currently, there is a food crisis due to population growth, climate change, and other factors. This has led to the call for another Green Revolution to enhance food production sustainably. 3. **Limitations of the Earlier Green Revolution**: - **Over-reliance on Agrochemicals**: The earlier Green Revolution heavily relied on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which can lead to soil degradation, water pollution, and harm to beneficial organisms. ...
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