The 'Intensive Agricultural District Programme' (IADP) was launched in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Intensive Agricultural District Programme' (IADP) was launched in:
A. 1969
B. 1960
C. 1975
D. 1951
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The IADP was launched in 1960-61 as a pilot program to test the 'package approach' of high-yielding seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation in selected districts.

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