In which of the following cities is the Central Rice Research Institute located?
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A.
Hyderabad
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B.
Cuttack
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C.
Kolkata
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D.
Delhi
Correct Answer:
B. Cuttack
Explanation:
The Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI), now known as the ICAR-National Rice Research Institute (NRRI), is situated in Cuttack, Odisha. Established on April 23, 1946, at Bidyadharpur, the institute was founded to enhance rice production and conduct comprehensive research on cultivation practices following the devastating impact of the Great Bengal Famine.
The Government of Odisha originally provided 60 hectares of farmland for its experimental grounds. Under the initial leadership of eminent rice breeder Dr. K. Ramiah, the institute focused on developing high-yielding and disease-resistant rice varieties. In 1966, administrative control was moved to the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Today, the NRRI continues to lead rice science in India, operating regional stations in Jharkhand and Assam to address diverse environmental challenges like droughts and floods.
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