Exploring Urbanisation Concepts

What is counter urbanisation?

• A trend where people stay in urban areas permanently.

• Counter urbanisation is the movement of people from cities to rural areas.

• The process of urban development in city centers.

• The movement of people from rural areas to cities.

Define a smart city.

• A smart city is a rural area focused on agriculture.

• A smart city is a place where only electric vehicles are allowed.

• A smart city is an urban area with no technology.

• A smart city is an urban area that uses digital technology and data to improve services, enhance quality of life, and promote sustainability.

What are satellite cities?

• Satellite cities are smaller urban areas near a larger city that serve as residential or commercial hubs.

• Temporary housing for seasonal workers

• Rural areas far from any urban center

• Large cities that dominate the urban landscape

List one positive impact of urbanisation.

• Decreased public transportation options

• Increased pollution

• Higher unemployment rates

• Improved infrastructure

What is one negative impact of urbanisation?

• Increased pollution

• Increased green spaces

• Improved public health

• Decreased traffic congestion

What does urban agglomeration refer to?

• A densely populated area that includes a city and its surrounding suburbs.

• A type of agricultural land used for farming.

• A government policy for urban development.

• A small rural community with no urban features.

Define a metropolis.

• A natural landscape with no human habitation.

• A large and densely populated urban area that serves as a significant economic, political, and cultural center.

• A historical site with no urban development.

• A small rural town with limited economic activity.

What is a mega city?

• A mega city is a metropolitan area with a population exceeding 10 million people.

• A mega city is a city that has a population of 5 million people.

• A mega city is a rural area with no urban development.

• A mega city is a small town with a population of 1 million people.

What is a slum?

• A slum is a wealthy suburban neighborhood.

• A slum is a type of rural farming community.

• A slum is a government building for public services.

• A slum is a poorly built, overcrowded urban area with inadequate infrastructure and services.

Name one factor leading to urbanisation in India.

• Government policies promoting rural development

• Expansion of rural infrastructure

• Migration for better employment opportunities

• Increased agricultural productivity