Question 14Answer in 250 wordsGS3GS1

How is Transit Oriented Development (TOD) linked to the concept of a sustainable urban transportation system? Discuss its impact on overall enhanced quality of life for citizens.

Introduction

Transit Oriented Development (TOD) refers to development that ensures habitations are close to transportation hubs to reduce traveling time and ensure last mile connectivity.

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Main Body

Transit Oriented Development

urban transport near to habitation

↓ closely linked different modes (ex- NDLS railway station and metro)

last mile connectivity of public transport-

↓ Ensuring less use of private vehicule

adhered to ex - E-rickshaws run on electricity.

3Water-connected systems to ensure smooth travel.

4Reduce Pollution - as less private vehicles

5Social Inequalts can be plotted out ex-free bus ride to women.

6Open spaces like parks due to less congestion

7Reduction in traffic jams on roads

Impact on Quality of life of citizens:

1Better efficiency at work due to less energy spent on travel

2Reduced out of pocket expenditure on taking private vehicles

3Ensure quicker movement times => enhanced leisure time

4Health benefits due to reduced pollution . ex - taking metro instead of car

5Rural growth - ensure people can desert city and travel to work

(a) Reduced logistics cost ( 14% new )

7Boom in business activity due to less logistics cost .

8Gender Equity - safe space for women to travel.

9Sustainable growth

10Easier mobility .

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Conclusion

Thus, TOD can usher in Ammit-load by ensuring economy and environment together.

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Diagram

Flowchart showing Transit Oriented Development with urban transport near habitation, closely linked different modes, last mile connectivity, and ensuring less use of private vehicle

Clear definition of TOD
Identifies key features and components
Provides a concrete example

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Topper

Medha Anand

AIR 13

Subject & Paper

GS3GS1

Topic

Effects of Globalization on Indian society

Urbanization, their problems and their remedies

Transit Oriented Development

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