SSC
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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civil war
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deforestation
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invasive species
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lack of health care
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Detailed explanation-1: -Deforestation rates in SE Asia are some of the highest globally, additionally it has the highest rate of mining in the tropics, around the greatest number of hydropower dams under construction, and a consumption of species for traditional medicines which is a threat to biodiversity globally.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most of Southeast Asia’s large-bodied animals are now threatened with extinction. Deforestation and the wildlife trade have even left smaller-bodied species decimated as well. Southeast Asia has to decide if preserving its irreplaceable and unique wildlife is a priority – or the losses will continue to mount.
Detailed explanation-3: -Around 80% of Southeast Asian wetlands are threatened by conversion to agricultural land or development by drainage. Up to 45% of intertidal wetlands have already been lost.
Detailed explanation-4: -Deforestation in South Asia (Southern India and Sri Lanka) and Southeast Asia leads to warmer and drier climatic conditions.