Link Between Development And Vulnerability Flashcards
What is the relationship between inequality and population vulnerability?
The greater the levels of inequality experienced, the more vulnerable and less resilient people are.
List four factors that contribute to a population’s vulnerability.
- Education
- Housing
- Healthcare
- Income
What does a low Human Development Index (HDI) indicate?
A low HDI often reflects poor levels of development.
How does lower education affect population vulnerability?
It results in lower awareness of risks.
What are some characteristics of poor housing that contribute to vulnerability?
- Poor quality
- Unregulated building
- Use of poor construction materials
What are some factors linked to inequality that increase risk during natural hazards?
- High population density
- Young population
- Poor infrastructure
- Rapid urbanization
What were some impacts of the 2015 Nepal earthquake related to vulnerability?
- Buildings were poorly constructed
- Search and rescue was difficult due to poor infrastructure
- Government corruption affected investment in infrastructure and planning
True or False: Many people in rural areas of Nepal were educated about earthquake preparedness.
False
Fill in the blank: A lack of funds for ________ and planning increased vulnerability in Nepal.
preparation
