River Gypsies in Bangladesh
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What is the current length of waterways in Bangladesh during dry seasons?

  • 12,000 kilometers
  • 24,000 kilometers
  • 6,000 kilometers (correct)
  • 18,000 kilometers
  • Which of the following is NOT a problem faced by river gypsies in Bangladesh?

  • Decrease in waterways during dry seasons
  • Change in lifestyle (correct)
  • Unpredictable rain and drying out of rivers
  • Urbanization leading to loss of customers
  • Why is the income of river gypsies threatened?

  • Lack of customers in urban population (correct)
  • Decrease in waterways during dry seasons
  • Unpredictable rain and drying out of rivers
  • Change in lifestyle
  • What is the government offering to river gypsies to help them survive in the mainstream population?

    <p>Voting rights, permanent housing, and bank-loan facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is believed to be worst affected by global climate change according to scientists?

    <p>Bangladesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a problem faced by river gypsies in Bangladesh?

    <p>Lack of necessary life skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the shrinking of waterways in Bangladesh during dry seasons?

    <p>Drying out of rivers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are river gypsies considering living permanently on land?

    <p>Restrictions on boat movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the government offering to river gypsies in Bangladesh to help them survive in the mainstream population?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected impact of global climate change on Bangladesh according to scientists?

    <p>Worsened effects compared to other countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

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