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Economic, social and environmental problems are a concern in India and China.

Vast wealth gaps exist, with the majority of people left on the margins of the nations' rapid economic growth. Social discontent has affected both.

Air and water quality is a concern in both countries. Many of the world's most polluted cities are in China.

Despite such problems, however, it is suggested that continued growth will drive up living standards for the populations as a whole.

Life expectancy is continuing to rise and infant mortality is falling. Access to education has improved, as has literacy.

Calorie supply, life expectancy, adult literacy and infant mortality statistics

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