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What is a chawl?
A type of residential building found in western India
What led to the construction of chawls in Bombay?
Unequal land division favoring the British merchants and officials
When were the first chawls constructed?
Early 1700s
What was the impact of town planning in Bombay on chawls?
Availability of better housing led to the decline of chawls
Why were chawls associated with poverty?
Congested, unsanitary, and unsafe living conditions
Test your knowledge about the history and significance of chawls in western India with this quiz. Learn about the origins, construction, and the social aspects associated with these residential buildings.
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