Tibet, known as "the roof of the world," nestled in the Himalayas, was semi-independent until the 1949 Chinese Revolution. China seized control of Tibet in 1950, which caused considerable cultural erosion for Tibetans, leading to the 1959 uprising. Many Tibetans, including the Dalai Lama, had to flee to northern India.

Real-World Example: Think of a cool band changing their sound after a new record label signs them. The record label is China, and Tibet is the band.

Established in 1965 by the Chinese government, it welcomed the migration of the Han Chinese population, which changed Tibet's cultural landscape. The China-Tibet railway, finished in 2005, accelerated this process.

Real-World Example: It's like if the popular kids in school suddenly decided to sit at your lunch table. They change the conversation, the vibe, and the pecking order!

Built mainly by Han workers, the railway is viewed as a political tool to increase Han migration and China's military presence. It also helps China exploit Tibet's resources and supply them to urban-industrial complexes.

Real-World Example: It's like an express highway built right into a peaceful neighborhood, bringing in lots of outsiders and big businesses.

Located in the Bay of Bengal, governed by India, the Andaman Islands were colonized by British settlers in 1858. The indigenous population declined drastically, while Indian settlers have significantly increased since independence.

Real-World Example: Imagine a small, friendly town overrun by city folks after a new shopping mall opens up.