Question

Write short notes on Problems of urban environment.

Answer 1

As per data available, about 50% of total world population is residing in urban areas in the beginning of 21st century. It is predicted that the urban population will grow up to 61 % of the total world population by 1925. In India, the urban population was 23.1% in 1981, 26.1% in 1991 and 27% in 2000.

The increasing trend of urban population is due to:

(i) Better employment facilities,

(ii) Better medical facilities,

(iii) Better facilities for trade and commerce;

Answer 2

Answer:

Two main challenges related to water are affecting the sustainability of human urban settlements: the lack of access to safe water and sanitation, and increasing water-related disasters such as floods and droughts. ... Increase in the use of drinking-water resources is barely keeping up with the urban population growth.

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