Causes and consequences of uneven development – WJEC Why is the world unevenly developed?
The world has developed very differently across regions and by continent. The consequences of uneven development can be observed clearly by examining different regions and countries of the world.
There are many factors which lead to, and have led to, the world being unevenly developed. From historical human factors such as conflict (war) and political instability, to physical factors such as climate, geographical reliefGeographical relief refers to the shape of the land. Terms such as mountainous or gentle sloping are commonly used to describe the relief. and natural hazards. It is important to recognise and understand the range of geo-political factors, such as global trade, which is one of the most important issues affecting a country’s development today.