SSC
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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Why do the cultures of the republics of Transcaucasia differ considerably from cultures in Russia and the European republics?
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The region is bordered by the Black and Caspian Seas which has allowed for migration of peoples from the east and influences from Chinese culture.
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The Black Sea separates the region from Russian and European cultures, and ties it closer to Siberian cultures, allowing it to develop a unique culture in isolation from the rest of Russia.
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After the Second World War, the states gained independence from Russia and began receiving millions of immigrants from Turkey and Iran, which gave them a culture unique to their region.
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The region is bordered to the north by the Caucasus Mountains and is at geographic crossroads with many languages and cultural influences distinct from Russian and European cultures.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The vast majority of Russia’s population live in the western core area of the country, the region around the capital city of Moscow.
Detailed explanation-2: -Why has Siberia become an increasingly valuable area to Russia? The many natural resources have led to expanding industry and trade. The Russian military uses the region to limit the influence of China on East Asia. Most Russian prisons are built in the area to take advantage of the remote location.
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