Based on the provided data from the World Health Organization (WHO), the main cause of death in Afghanistan is Collective violence and legal intervention.
According to the data presented, Collective violence and legal intervention has the highest death rate per 100,000 population among the listed causes.
Here is a breakdown of the leading causes and their death rates according to the referenced WHO data:
| Cause of Death | Death Rate (per 100,000 population) |
|---|---|
| Collective violence and legal intervention | 109.9 |
| Ischaemic heart disease | 84.3 |
| Preterm birth complications | 56 |
| Stroke | 53.4 |
| Lower respiratory infections | 49 |
This table clearly shows that collective violence and legal intervention accounts for the highest number of deaths per capita among the specific causes included in this dataset snippet. While other significant causes like Ischaemic heart disease and conditions affecting newborns and respiratory health contribute substantially, violence ranks as the leading cause in this data sample.
