Urbanisation


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  1. 1.

    Fill in the blanks.

    1. At present, around ______ % of the global population lives in urban areas.
    2. The increasing use of ________ for agricultural processes has left many agricultural workers jobless.
    3. Due to the lack of affordable housing settlements with very poor living conditions called _______ develop in urban areas.
    4. Navi Mumbai and Thane are ________ cities of ________.
    5. A well-developed system of ______ allows citizens to access several government services online.
  2. 2.

    Tick the sentences that are true. Correct the others.

    1. All people who live in cities live in spacious apartments.
    2. Cities have well-developed systems of local transport.
    3. Satellite cities are economically dependent on the metropolises they lie near.
    4. E-Governance makes citizen participation in government affairs more difficult.
    5. Smart cities discourage the use of bicycles as they slow down the traffic.
  3. 3.

    Skilled craftsmen like weavers and blacksmiths move to urban areas. Give reasons.

  4. 4.

    Pollution is a major problem in urban areas. Give reasons.

  5. 5.

    People living in urban areas are often more open-minded than people who live in rural areas. Give reasons.

  6. 6.

    Vehicles in smart cities are equipped with commuter-friendly technology. Give reasons.

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