Which of the following statements about the White Revolution is INCORRECT?
Correct Answer: It was implemented in four major phases.
Subject: geography
- It was launched by NDDB in 1970.
- It made India self-sufficient in milk production.
- It was implemented in four major phases.
- Dr. Verghese Kurien was its architect.
Explanation: • Operation Flood (White Revolution) was implemented in 3 major phases from 1970 to 1996.
• Phase I (70-81), Phase II (81-85), Phase III (85-96).
• It resulted in India becoming the largest producer of milk in the world.
• Option C is incorrect as it had three phases, not four.
• 3 phases of milk = child, adult, senior (1970-1996).
• Dr. Kurien is known as the 'Milkman of India'.