Question
Consider the following countries: I. Haiti II. Philippines III. Nicaragua IV. India According to the Climate Risk Index 2026, which of the above countries were affected by recurring extreme events during 1995-2024?
Consider the following countries: I. Haiti II. Philippines III. Nicaragua IV. India According to the Climate Risk Index 2026, which of the above countries were affected by recurring extreme events during 1995-2024?
D. I, II, III and IV
The Global Climate Risk Index analyzes the extent to which countries have been affected by weather-related loss events such as storms, floods, and heatwaves. Haiti and Nicaragua are highly vulnerable to recurrent hurricanes and extreme weather events in their respective regions. The Philippines is located in the Pacific typhoon belt, making it highly susceptible to frequent and severe typhoons. India consistently faces recurring extreme events including severe monsoon floods, cyclones, and heatwaves, placing it among the countries most affected by long-term climate risks. Therefore, according to climate risk indices assessing long-term vulnerability, all the listed countries namely Haiti, Philippines, Nicaragua, and India have been significantly affected by recurring extreme weather events.
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