With 1.3 billion people, India is on track to surpass China as the most populous country on Earth in the next 20 years. Unlike China, however, which is 92 percent Han Chinese and thus is relatively “unified”, some scholars have argued that India may separate into at least two countries or independent states in the near future. What important traits does India possess that would make the statement above valid? Discuss in detail.

Technology has affected regional settlement patterns in what ways? choose all that apply. climatic improvement strategies have improved crop productivity. mechanized agricultural methods have improved agricultural productivity. participation in the global economy has increased urbanization. population shifts from urban to rural areas has increased as a result of petroleum production. settlement areas have increased as a result of improved water storage and delivery systems.