1) After independence, India relied on food crop supplies from the United States under Public Law 480 (PL-480) against rupee payments. Later this measure was considered as a folly. Critically examine why India resorted to this step, its consequences and how it was able to achieve self sufficiency later.

Topic: Post independence consolidation

1) After independence, India relied on food crop supplies from the United States under Public Law 480 (PL-480) against rupee payments. Later this measure was considered as a folly. Critically examine why India resorted to this step, its consequences and how it was able to achieve self sufficiency later. (200 Words)

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