Agricultural Quote by Jairam Ramesh
“A country that cannot feed itself cannot have self-pride, and in the mid-'60s 20 percent of all the wheat produced in America came into India. We were agriculturally a basket case. And 15 years later, 20 years later, we have become an agricultural power. This is the famous Green Revolution.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Green Revolution, India, 2000s
Self‑sufficiency in food is essential for national pride; India transformed from dependency to agricultural strength through the Green Revolution.
In simple terms: Food independence builds pride; India grew from dependence to power.
Key Takeaway
Invest in sustainable agriculture.
Themes
self‑reliance
agricultural development
national pride
Mood
proud
optimistic
Type
historical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- government planning
- farmers
- international aid
- technology adoption
Key Concepts
Food security
economic growth
policy reform
Questions to Reflect On
- How can modern agriculture balance productivity with sustainability?
- What lessons does India's experience offer other nations?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on continued investment and environmental stewardship.
