Correct Answer: high population density

Solution : The correct answer is high population density.

The Maldives' environment is composed of a delicate and intricate network of various ecosystems. Due to the country's small size in terms of population and land area, as well as the virtual isolation of the majority of its islands, the nation's ecosystems, both on land and in the sea, are fragile. Due to the high population density and concentration on a small number of islands, along with the growing number of tourist resorts, there are currently environmental issues that are difficult to manage.