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What is a significant socioeconomic challenge India faces despite its growing economy?
What is a significant socioeconomic challenge India faces despite its growing economy?
- Limited technological advancements
- High population density
- Political instability
- Widespread poverty (correct)
What demographic factor is contributing to India's potential economic growth?
What demographic factor is contributing to India's potential economic growth?
- Aging population
- High emigration rates
- Young and growing workforce (correct)
- Declining birth rates
Which of the following indicates India's international standing?
Which of the following indicates India's international standing?
- Isolation from global trade agreements
- The largest economy in the world
- Complete independence from foreign relations
- Regular elections to the UN security council (correct)
What factor limits economic growth in parts of India?
What factor limits economic growth in parts of India?
What societal issue negatively impacts India's international reputation?
What societal issue negatively impacts India's international reputation?
Which factor is primarily used to measure economic power in global assessments?
Which factor is primarily used to measure economic power in global assessments?
What is a significant challenge China faces despite its economic growth?
What is a significant challenge China faces despite its economic growth?
Which of the following is NOT considered an indicator of military power?
Which of the following is NOT considered an indicator of military power?
How does China's government control its economy?
How does China's government control its economy?
What impact has China's one-child policy had on its demographic structure?
What impact has China's one-child policy had on its demographic structure?
Which of the following factors contributes to political power on a global scale?
Which of the following factors contributes to political power on a global scale?
What percentage of global military spending does China account for?
What percentage of global military spending does China account for?
What is one of the major environmental challenges China faces due to rapid economic development?
What is one of the major environmental challenges China faces due to rapid economic development?
What term describes a country's strength of influence through its culture, language, and traditions?
What term describes a country's strength of influence through its culture, language, and traditions?
Which of the following correctly describes Foreign Direct Investment?
Which of the following correctly describes Foreign Direct Investment?
What primarily determines the biomes found in Asia?
What primarily determines the biomes found in Asia?
What is a key characteristic of a superpower?
What is a key characteristic of a superpower?
Which two countries account for more than half of Asia's population?
Which two countries account for more than half of Asia's population?
Which geographical feature is characterized as a flat, upland area?
Which geographical feature is characterized as a flat, upland area?
Which season is associated with the heavy rains brought by monsoons in Southern Asia?
Which season is associated with the heavy rains brought by monsoons in Southern Asia?
What is a characteristic of countries like China and Japan in terms of population?
What is a characteristic of countries like China and Japan in terms of population?
Which region is noted as one of the wealthiest in Asia?
Which region is noted as one of the wealthiest in Asia?
What type of corporation operates in multiple countries?
What type of corporation operates in multiple countries?
What factor attracts multinational corporations to specific Asian countries?
What factor attracts multinational corporations to specific Asian countries?
Which of the following terms refers to the process by which a country is governed?
Which of the following terms refers to the process by which a country is governed?
Which of the following is true about population distribution in Asia?
Which of the following is true about population distribution in Asia?
What is one significant effect of urbanisation?
What is one significant effect of urbanisation?
Which factor has contributed to some countries in Asia not benefitting from globalization?
Which factor has contributed to some countries in Asia not benefitting from globalization?
What is a notable trend among countries with youthful populations in Asia?
What is a notable trend among countries with youthful populations in Asia?
Flashcards
Cultural Power
Cultural Power
The influence a country has on other countries through its language, culture, food, film, and traditions.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
Investment in a country by individuals and firms from other countries.
Governance
Governance
The process of how a country is ruled and managed.
Intergovernmental Organisation (IGO)
Intergovernmental Organisation (IGO)
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Tax Incentive
Tax Incentive
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Transnational Corporation (TNC)
Transnational Corporation (TNC)
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Urbanization
Urbanization
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Superpower
Superpower
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India's growing workforce
India's growing workforce
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India's economic potential
India's economic potential
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India's challenges to becoming a superpower
India's challenges to becoming a superpower
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India's role in the UN
India's role in the UN
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India's economic strengths
India's economic strengths
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What determines Asia's biomes?
What determines Asia's biomes?
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What type of biome is found near the tropics in Asia?
What type of biome is found near the tropics in Asia?
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What type of biome is found in areas around 30 degrees North of the Equator in Asia?
What type of biome is found in areas around 30 degrees North of the Equator in Asia?
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Where is Asia's population concentrated?
Where is Asia's population concentrated?
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What is the trend of population growth in Asia?
What is the trend of population growth in Asia?
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How is wealth distributed in Asia?
How is wealth distributed in Asia?
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What are some of the key factors that attract investment in Asia?
What are some of the key factors that attract investment in Asia?
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What is the impact of globalization on certain Asian countries?
What is the impact of globalization on certain Asian countries?
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Measuring Global Power
Measuring Global Power
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GNI per capita
GNI per capita
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Population Size and Structure
Population Size and Structure
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China's Economic Power
China's Economic Power
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China's Environmental Challenges
China's Environmental Challenges
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India's Potential as a Superpower
India's Potential as a Superpower
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One-Child Policy
One-Child Policy
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Military Spending
Military Spending
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Study Notes
Key Vocabulary
- Cultural power: A country's influence through language, culture, food, film, and traditions.
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Investments in a country by individuals and companies from other countries.
- Governance: The way a country is governed and run.
- Intergovernmental Organisation (IGO): An organization made up of member countries working together on global issues (e.g., the UN).
- Monsoon: A seasonal wind change bringing heavy rain in summer and dry winters to Southern Asia.
- Plateau: A flat, high-lying area.
- Superpower: A country with the ability to project influence globally.
- Tax Incentive: Government policies encouraging business investment by reducing taxes.
- Transnational Corporation (TNC): A company with operations in multiple countries.
- Urbanisation: The increasing proportion of people living in towns and cities.
Asia's Geography and Demographics
- Size and Population: Asia is the largest continent by land area and population. Over 4.3 billion people live there.
- Regional Divisions: Asia is divided into 6 major regions, extending from the Ural Mountains in the west to the island of New Guinea in the south.
- Biomes: Biomes vary greatly across Asia, influenced by latitude and altitude. This includes tundra, taiga, forests, cold/hot deserts and tropical rainforests.
Economic Regions
- Uneven Wealth Distribution: Asia's wealth is unevenly distributed, with wealth concentrated in the Middle East and East Asia.
- Investment Focus: The largest investments in Asia are often focused on China, India, Singapore, and the UAE (United Arab Emirates).
- Challenges for Some Countries: Some Asian countries, like Nepal, Mongolia, and Cambodia, haven't benefited as much from globalization.
Factors for a Superpower (China)
- Economic Growth: China's Gross National Income (GNI) has grown significantly in the last 30 years, making it the largest economy in Asia.
- Large Population: China has a population of 1.4 billion, the largest in the world.
- Government Control: The Chinese government largely controls the country's economy.
Factors against China as a Superpower
- Uneven Economic Development: Economic development isn't evenly spread across China. Some regions (particularly rural areas) are less developed.
- Population Issues: China's large population leads to issues like energy supply.
- Aging Population: China's previous "one-child" policy has led to an aging population.
- Environmental Concerns: Economic development has led to environmental issues in China (e.g., pollution).
Factors for a Superpower (India)
- Young Population: India has a young population, leading to a large workforce and future economic growth.
- Potential Economic Growth: India is expected to become the second largest economy by 2050, surpassing the US.
- Global Influence: India is a member of the UN Security Council and is a major player in various global events. A member of the UN security council means greater influence over unstable countries and global security.
- Economic & Trade Potential: India's large English-speaking population and military strength all contribute to its influence and future economic success.
Factors against India as a Superpower
- Poverty: A significant percentage of India's population lives in poverty, which needs significant improvements before it can be labelled a superpower.
- Infrastructure: Poor infrastructure in some areas limits economic development.
- Internal/External Conflicts: Internal disputes and conflicts with neighbours affect India's influence and available resources.
- Gender Inequality: Limited female employment reduces the workforce and impacts international perceptions.
Measuring Global Power
- Economic Power: Measured by GNI per capita and population size.
- Military Power: Measured by military spending.
- Natural Resources: Land area is an indicator of a nation's natural resources.
- Political Influence: Measured by membership in IGOs and alliances.
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Test your knowledge on the geography and demographics of Asia, exploring key concepts such as cultural power, urbanization, and foreign investment. This quiz will help you understand the factors that shape Asia's diverse landscapes and populations.
