Specialized Services and Functions of Towns and Cities

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What is the defining characteristic of urban settlements in India?

They are located outside city or town

They are generally compact and larger in size (correct)

They are dispersed or isolated

They consist of isolated huts or hamlets

Where do dispersed or isolated settlement patterns appear in India?

In remote jungles and on small hills with farms or pasture on the slopes (correct)

In coastal regions

In densely populated urban areas

In the central business districts of major cities

Which areas in India have the type of settlement characterized by isolated huts or hamlets?

Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Telangana

Rajasthan, Bihar, Maharashtra, and Punjab

Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat

Meghalaya, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala (correct)

What was the status of towns during the prehistoric times in India?

They flourished since prehistoric times Signup and view all the answers

Which type of town would be described as a garrison town?

Mining town Signup and view all the answers

Which city is an example of an administrative town?

New Delhi Signup and view all the answers

Which type of town is primarily engaged in export and import activities?

Transport town Signup and view all the answers

Which type of town is known for its religious/cultural significance?

Religious and cultural town Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of Indian towns based on their evolution in different periods?

Ancient towns, Medieval towns, and Modern towns Signup and view all the answers

What is the population range of cities as per the text?

Between one lakh to one million Signup and view all the answers

What is the historical background of ancient towns in India?

Spanning over 2000 years Signup and view all the answers

What type of towns are known as fort towns according to the text?

Medieval towns Signup and view all the answers

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