Chapter 12

38. Why has Pakistan had a difficult time achieving economic growth?

Electricity shortages, lack of foreign investment, insurgency, general political instability

27. What is the most serious natural hazard in Bangladesh?

Flooding

33. What is the most widely spoken language in South Asia?

Hindi

32. Sikhism is a blend of what religions?

Hinduism and Islam

31. What were the outcomes of the Green Revolution?

Increased agriculture productivity Environmental problems Social problems

29. Which country of South Asia has the largest population?

India

30. Why is urbanization increasing in South Asia?

Migration

26. What climatic factor dominates South Asia?

Monsoon

36. Bangladesh was part of what other country from 1948 until 1971?

Pakistan

35. What are the Tamil Tigers?

Rebel force

28. What effects will climate change have on South Asia?

Agriculture will suffer Increase in rainfall Rivers will dry up

37. What is the most isolated country in South Asia?

Bhutan

34. Why did the Bengalis in the former East Pakistan fight for independence?

Complained to be treated as second class citizens