South Asia th 4 9 Weeks 3 Weeks
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South Asia th 4 9 Weeks 3 Weeks Test Review
Ganges River • The Ganges has been co nsidered a sacred river in Hinduism for thousands of years because of this the Ganges River has become one of the most pollutes in the world.
Partition of British India • In South Asia new political borders were created to divide the ethnic groups.
Indian Flood Zones • Silt deposits along the river systems create low areas that flood easily during the spring snowmelt and seasonal rains.
Tropical Climate • Because the Indian subcontinent is so close to the equator it creates a tropical climate.
Religion in India • Most people in India practice the Hindu religion, however several other religious groups include Muslims, Buddhists, Jains, and the Sikhs.
Monsoons • Houses like this were built in Bangladesh to help adapt to the flooding that monsoons bring.
Air & Water Pollution • Air and water pollution has gotten worse as India’s population has grown. • A negative effect is that environment has been affect. • Human interaction with the environment in South Asia has intensified the environmental issues.
Caste Distinctions • Caste distinctions still exist even though they were outlawed after 1947 when Indian gained its independence.
Kashmir • Kashmir is an area of conflict in India because the region is controlled by the Islamic people.
Religious Traditions • Old religious traditions have influenced South Asia.
Tectonic Forces • Tectonic forces are responsible for the geographic formation of the Indian subcontinent.
Economic Development • Countries like Nepal Bangladesh and Pakistan are less developed.
Population Density • India’s cities are located in southwest and northeast India.
India’s Population Pyramid • In 2050 India is most likely going to have problems paying for health care because of the high number of elderly people. • It’s a good prediction that India’s population will most likely surpass the gowth of other nations.
Himalaya Mountains • The Himalaya Mountains create a natural border between India and China.
Sikhism • Sikhism was founded by Guru Nanak Dev in the 15 th century.
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