Question 8Discuss/ExamineGS1GS1
How has rapid urbanisation affected the socio-cultural landscape of peri-urban regions in India? (Answer in 150 words)
Introduction
The process of rapid urbanisation in the rural-urban fringe regions has created a mixed landscape in the rural-urban continuum.
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Main Body
Change in socio-cultural landscape of peri-urban:
1Dominance of urban activities in the peri-urban area eg) Truck gardening near Delhi
2Changes in family structure -> nucleanisation of families in the peri-urban areas
3Mixed land use pattern -> development of residential and commercial activities together in a region
4Formation of 'week end families' -> the spouse goes to work in the urban areas and comes home during the weekends
5Changes in dietary habits -> Inclusion of urban fast foods like pizza, burger in the traditional dietary habits
6Commercialisation of festivals eg) The festival of Karwachauth being commercialised in recent times
Initiatives to balance the transition:
1AMRUT: government ensures balance socio-cultural transition
2RURBAN mission: to provide amenities
3Infrastructure projects to sustain growth
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Conclusion
Thus, to ensure SDG: 11 sustainable cities peri urban areas must be developed to prevent sprawls
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Diagram
Diagram showing peri-urban areas with concentric circles depicting urban, urban fringe, and rural fringe zones
- Good use of examples
- Clear diagram
- Logical structuring
Topper
Ishitha Anand
AIR 50
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Indian Society
Urbanization
Peri-urban socio-cultural change
Writing Stats
163
Total words
2
Paragraphs
analytical
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