Green Revolution — Policy Reforms

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
N/A (Policy Shift)	1980s-1990s	While not a constitutional amendment, a significant policy 'amendment' to the Green Revolution strategy emerged in the 1980s and 1990s. This involved a growing recognition of the need to extend the benefits of modern agriculture to rain-fed areas and diversify beyond wheat and rice. Programs like the National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA) and the Technology Mission on Oilseeds were launched to address regional imbalances and crop diversification.	This shift aimed to make agricultural growth more inclusive and sustainable, moving beyond the narrow geographical and crop focus of the initial Green Revolution. It acknowledged the limitations of the original strategy and sought to correct them by promoting integrated farming systems, water conservation, and cultivation of neglected crops, thereby broadening the base of agricultural development.
N/A (Policy Shift)	2000s-Present	A further 'amendment' in agricultural policy, influenced by the Green Revolution's environmental costs, has been the increasing emphasis on sustainable agriculture, organic farming, and climate resilience. Schemes like the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY), Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) with its 'Per Drop More Crop' component, and the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) reflect this evolution.	These policy shifts aim to mitigate the negative environmental impacts of the Green Revolution, promote efficient resource use, and build resilience against climate change. They represent a move towards an 'Evergreen Revolution' model, integrating ecological principles with productivity goals, and ensuring the long-term viability of Indian agriculture while addressing contemporary challenges like water scarcity and soil health.