High Yielding Variety Program — Mains Questions

Critically analyze the socio-economic and environmental implications of the High Yielding Variety Program (HYVP) in India. To what extent did it contribute to regional disparities?

The High Yielding Variety Program (HYVP) was not merely about seeds but a comprehensive 'package of practices'. Elaborate on this statement, highlighting the institutional support and policy measures that underpinned its success.

Compare the High Yielding Variety Program (HYVP) with the contemporary focus on climate-resilient agriculture and gene-edited crops. What lessons from HYVP are relevant for India's future agricultural strategies?