VOICED:Delhi's 'tongas' forced to ride into the sunset

The video explores the history and current challenges faced by Tonga drivers in Delhi. Once a prestigious mode of transport, horse-drawn carriages are now seen as outdated and a public nuisance by city officials. The livelihoods of many families depend on these carriages, but modernization and increasing car numbers have pushed them to the brink. Despite city council orders to shut down, Tonga drivers are fighting back, taking their case to the High Court to preserve their way of life.

What historical role did horse carriages play in Delhi during the British Raj?

• They were used for military purposes.

• They were primarily for tourists.

• They were used for transporting goods.

• They were the transport of kings.

How many families are supported by a single horse carriage operation?

• One to two families

• Ten to twelve families

• Three to four families

• Eight to nine families

What is the main reason city officials want to shut down horse carriages?

• They are considered a public nuisance.

• They are too expensive to maintain.

• They are harmful to the environment.

• They are not safe for passengers.

What has been the impact of new cars on the use of horse carriages in Delhi?

• Increased demand for horse carriages

• Horse carriages are now used for racing

• Horse carriages have become a novelty

• No impact on horse carriages

What action have the horse carriage drivers taken to fight against eviction?

• They have modernized their carriages.

• They have reduced their fares.

• They have appealed to the High Court.

• They have started a protest march.