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M. S. Swaminathan

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M. S. Swaminathan: Food Security

  1. IDEA 1

    Science for food self-reliance

    Swaminathan led the spread of high-yield wheat and rice varieties in the 1960s, helping India escape dependence on food imports.

  2. IDEA 2

    Evergreen revolution

    He later warned that productivity gains must not cost soil, water and biodiversity. Growth must be sustainable to last.

  3. IDEA 3

    Farmer at the centre

    He chaired the National Commission on Farmers and argued for fair returns over production costs. Policy should start from farmers' incomes.

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