Environment & Ecology · Environment

Consider the following statements regarding the forest fires in the Amazon Rainforest: I. Deforestation, illegal logging, and agricultural expansion have been identified as the primary drivers of the increased frequency and intensity of forest fires in the Amazon Rainforest. II. The Amazon rainforest is often referred to as the 'lungs of the Earth' because it plays a crucial role in carbon sequestration, acting as a key player in combating climate change. III. The forest fires in the Amazon have no significant impact on the water cycle or biodiversity of the region, as the ecosystem is resilient to such disruptions. IV. International pressure on Brazil to enforce stricter environmental laws has been ineffective due to the lack of global cooperation in addressing climate change. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?