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