Question

why are mountainous and rugged areas sparsely populated

Answer 1

Because 1. They lack in transportation facilities

2.lack in basic infrastructure like school,hospitals, markets etc.

3.have rougher climate which makes it difficult for long time habitation.

Answer 2

Answer:

mountainous regions are sprsely populated as it doesn't have much fertile land thus agriculture is not possible. It don't support transportation and urbanization . Settlement is not so possible because of lack o educational and jobs facilities

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