CLEAN : Climate change threatens future of village hit by India glacier

The video discusses the environmental and socio-economic impacts of run-of-the-river projects in the Himalayas. These projects involve intrusive construction in geologically fragile areas, affecting local communities. The projects are integral to the political economy of small Himalayan states, providing much-needed revenue but also causing significant environmental and social impacts. The video highlights how these developments are manifestations of climate change, with sudden and extreme impacts on people's daily lives.

What type of construction projects are being discussed in the context of the Himalayas?

• Residential projects

• Highway projects

• Skyscraper projects

• Run-of-the-river projects

What is a significant environmental concern related to construction in the Himalayas?

• Tunneling and blasting

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

• Water scarcity

What is the geological nature of the Himalayas that makes them vulnerable to construction impacts?

• Old and stable

• Young and fragile

• Dense and rocky

• Flat and expansive

Why are large construction projects integrated into the political economy of Himalayan states?

• To promote cultural heritage

• To increase agricultural output

• To generate development funds

• To improve tourism

How do state governments in the Himalayas view large construction projects?

• As a burden

• As a temporary solution

• As a source of revenue

• As a cultural threat

What is a key challenge faced by Himalayan states in terms of revenue?

• Limited industrialization

• Lack of natural resources

• Struggle for revenue

• High population density

What are the characteristics of the impacts of climate change experienced by people in the Himalayas?

• Gradual and predictable

• Mild and temporary

• Sudden and extreme

• Localized and minor