Which of the following is the best example of an economic consequence of genocide?
A. loss of human capital
B. war-crime trials against perpetrators
C. creation of new nation-states
D. destruction of cultural sites
A. loss of human capital
Genocide results in the loss of a significant portion of a population, including valuable members of society, such as professionals, skilled workers, and intellectuals. This loss of human capital can have long-lasting economic consequences, as it can hinder a country's ability to develop and thrive economically.