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Ananya RanaAIR 60

Question 8Discuss/ExplainGS1GS1

How has rapid urbanisation affected the socio-cultural landscape of peri-urban regions in India? (Answer in 150 words)

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Introduction

India's urban population will increase to 757 by 2047 —NITI Aayog Impact of Rapid urbanisation on socio-cultural landscape of peri-urban areas

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Main Body

(i) Improvement in facilities of housing

(ii) affordable housing

(iii) Creation of satellite towns

(iv) Ghaziabad, Noida for Delhi

(v) Greener pastures due to de-shipping of industries

4More avenues for interaction away from gated colonies of urban areas.
5Rise of Tier-II and Tier-III areas
6Inclusion of educational opportunities (i) increasing Universities in Noida.
7Promotion of affordable living styles in proximity to urban areas.
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Conclusion

Peri urban areas present opportunity to de-congest our cities and simultaneously decrease regional disparities in economic development

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  • Cited official data from NITI Aayog regarding urban population projection
  • Structured answer with numbered points
  • Identified key impacts on peri-urban areas

Topper

Ananya Rana

AIR 60

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Indian Society

Urbanization

Rapid urbanisation and peri-urban regions

Writing Stats

105

Total words

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