Losing India's islands

The video highlights the severe impact of climate change on the Sundarbans region, where rising water levels have submerged homes and farmland, displacing thousands of villagers like Hamed and Seppala. The region, known for its unique biodiversity and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces the threat of disappearing within 45 years. Scientists urge immediate action as the human cost of global warming becomes evident, with predictions of 100,000 people needing evacuation in the next decade. The video underscores the urgent need for global leaders to address these environmental challenges.

What challenges does Hamed face due to the sinking island?

• He has ample resources to relocate.

• His farmland is thriving.

• His home and farmland are underwater, and he cannot relocate.

• He is unaffected by the river's condition.

What do oceanographers predict about the island's future?

• The island will disappear in less than 45 years, displacing many people.

• The island will become a tourist attraction.

• The island will expand in the next 45 years.

• The island will remain stable for the next century.

Why is the Sundarbans region significant?

• It is a newly discovered area.

• It is known for its urban development.

• It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its unique biodiversity.

• It is a desert region with no biodiversity.

Who are environmental refugees in the context of the Sundarbans?

• Tourists visiting the Sundarbans.

• Individuals unaffected by climate change.

• People who have moved to the island for better opportunities.

• Villagers displaced from their homes due to sinking islands.

What broader implications does the sinking of the islands have?

• It threatens one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders.

• It only affects the local economy.

• It has no impact on the environment.

• It leads to increased tourism.