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What was the main reason for developing Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC)?
What was the main reason for developing Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC)?
- To create a new port terminal.
- To establish a new industrial zone for manufacturing.
- To decongest South Mumbai by shifting commercial activities. (correct)
- To replace Navi Mumbai as a financial hub.
Which authority is designated as the Special Planning Authority for BKC?
Which authority is designated as the Special Planning Authority for BKC?
- MHADA
- CIDCO
- MMRDA (correct)
- MCGM
In what year was MMRDA appointed as the Special Planning Authority for BKC?
In what year was MMRDA appointed as the Special Planning Authority for BKC?
- 1991
- 1965
- 1985
- 1977 (correct)
What is the approximate total area of BKC?
What is the approximate total area of BKC?
Which river flows through BKC?
Which river flows through BKC?
Why was the Mithi River channelized in BKC?
Why was the Mithi River channelized in BKC?
What improvements were made to the Mithi River after the 2005 floods?
What improvements were made to the Mithi River after the 2005 floods?
What is the name of the Mithi River tributary that flows through BKC?
What is the name of the Mithi River tributary that flows through BKC?
Approximately how many people does BKC currently employ?
Approximately how many people does BKC currently employ?
Which of the following institutions is NOT located in BKC?
Which of the following institutions is NOT located in BKC?
What is the 'E' block in BKC primarily known for?
What is the 'E' block in BKC primarily known for?
How much office space has been developed in BKC's 19 hectares?
How much office space has been developed in BKC's 19 hectares?
What recreational feature is included in the BKC urban plan?
What recreational feature is included in the BKC urban plan?
BKC is planned as a:
BKC is planned as a:
Which of the following is NOT among the amenities provided in BKC?
Which of the following is NOT among the amenities provided in BKC?
Flashcards
Primary purpose of BKC's development?
Primary purpose of BKC's development?
To alleviate congestion in South Mumbai by relocating commercial activities to a new, planned area.
Special Planning Authority for BKC?
Special Planning Authority for BKC?
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority is the Special Planning Authority.
Year MMRDA became BKC's Planning Authority?
Year MMRDA became BKC's Planning Authority?
MMRDA was designated as the Special Planning Authority for BKC in 1977.
Approximate area of BKC?
Approximate area of BKC?
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River flowing through BKC?
River flowing through BKC?
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Purpose of Mithi River channelization?
Purpose of Mithi River channelization?
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Steps taken after 2005 floods?
Steps taken after 2005 floods?
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Mithi River tributary in BKC?
Mithi River tributary in BKC?
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Employment provided by BKC?
Employment provided by BKC?
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Institution NOT in BKC?
Institution NOT in BKC?
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'E' block known for?
'E' block known for?
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Office space in BKC's 19 hectares?
Office space in BKC's 19 hectares?
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Recreational feature of BKC?
Recreational feature of BKC?
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BKC's planned use?
BKC's planned use?
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Amenity NOT in BKC?
Amenity NOT in BKC?
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Study Notes
- The Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) was developed to decongest South Mumbai by relocating commercial activities.
- MMRDA is the designated Special Planning Authority for BKC.
- MMRDA was appointed as the Special Planning Authority for BKC in 1977.
- BKC spans approximately 370 hectares.
- The Mithi River flows through the BKC area.
- Mithi River channelization aimed to improve water carrying capacity and reduce pollution.
- After the 2005 floods, the Mithi River was widened, deepened, and its bed gradient was improved.
- Vakola Nalla is a tributary of the Mithi River that flows through BKC.
- BKC provides employment to over 2 lakh people.
- The Bombay High Court is not located in BKC.
- Block 'E' in BKC is known for its commercial development.
- Approximately 1,17,000 sq. m of office space has been developed in 19 hectares of BKC.
- The BKC urban plan includes a City Park and a 30 km cycle track.
- BKC is planned as a mixed-use urban commercial and institutional hub.
- An international cricket stadium is not among the amenities provided in BKC.
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