Sustainable Urban Development Concepts

The video by Dr. Krishnan on the Geo Ecologist channel covers sustainable urban development, focusing on its importance, components, and planning. It highlights the challenges and opportunities in India, discussing government initiatives like AMRUT and Smart Cities Mission. The video emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to urban development, integrating ecological, cultural, political, social, and economic components to create livable, resilient, and sustainable cities.

What is the primary focus of the Geoecologist channel as introduced in the video?

• Geography and environment topics

• Historical documentaries

• Cooking tutorials

• Music lessons

Which of the following is NOT a component of sustainable urban development as discussed in the video?

• Ecological

• Cultural

• Technological

• Political

Which of the following is a key goal of sustainable urban development?

• Focusing only on urban governance

• Integrating socio-economic development with environmental management

• Transferring risks to future generations

• Maximizing resource consumption

What is a key aspect of sustainable planning mentioned in the video?

• Exclusive reliance on fossil fuels

• Compact forms of residential development

• Ignoring environmental quality

• Focusing solely on economic prosperity

Which energy sources are highlighted as alternatives in sustainable planning?

• Hydro and diesel

• Wind and solar

• Natural gas and oil

• Nuclear and coal

What is one of the major challenges in sustainable urban development in India?

• Lack of cultural heritage

• Excessive natural resources

• Planning for land use and donation

• Overpopulation in rural areas

Which government initiative aims to provide housing for all by 2022?

• Make in India

• Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

• Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

• Smart Cities Mission

What is the focus of the Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana?

• Industrial growth

• Holistic development of heritage cities

• Technological innovation

• Agricultural expansion

Which city is NOT mentioned as part of the heritage city development scheme?

• Mumbai

• Amritsar

• Ajmer

• Varanasi

What is the expected outcome of the heritage city development initiatives?

• Increased industrial pollution

• Decline in tourism

• Economic growth and sustainability

• Reduction in cultural activities