The derivatives of IR-8 and Taichung Native I were introduced in
A
1950
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B
1962
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C
1966
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D
1960
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Solution
The correct option is C 1966
IR-8 and Taichung Native I
IR-8 is a high yielding semi-dwarf rice variety developed by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) in the Philippines. IR-8 was introduced in India in 1966. This variety played an essential role in the green revolution.
Taichung Native 1 is a dwarf variety of rice developed in Taiwan. It was introduced in India in 1964-1965. Final answer
(C) 1966