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Functional Classification of Urban Settlements in India

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Which of the following is not a functional classification of urban settlements in India?

  1. Industrial

  2. Commercial

  3. Transport

  4. Cultural


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural is not a functional classification of urban settlements in India. The functional classification of urban settlements in India includes industrial, commercial, transport, and administrative.

Which type of urban settlement is primarily engaged in manufacturing activities?

  1. Industrial

  2. Commercial

  3. Transport

  4. Administrative


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Industrial urban settlements are primarily engaged in manufacturing activities. These settlements are often located near sources of raw materials or transportation routes.

Which type of urban settlement is primarily engaged in trade and commerce?

  1. Industrial

  2. Commercial

  3. Transport

  4. Administrative


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Commercial urban settlements are primarily engaged in trade and commerce. These settlements are often located at crossroads or along transportation routes.

Which type of urban settlement is primarily engaged in the movement of people and goods?

  1. Industrial

  2. Commercial

  3. Transport

  4. Administrative


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Transport urban settlements are primarily engaged in the movement of people and goods. These settlements are often located at ports, airports, or railway junctions.

Which type of urban settlement is primarily engaged in government and administration?

  1. Industrial

  2. Commercial

  3. Transport

  4. Administrative


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Administrative urban settlements are primarily engaged in government and administration. These settlements are often the capitals of states or countries.

Which of the following is an example of an industrial urban settlement in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Ahmedabad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ahmedabad is an example of an industrial urban settlement in India. It is known for its textile industry.

Which of the following is an example of a commercial urban settlement in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is an example of a commercial urban settlement in India. It is the financial capital of India and is home to many large corporations.

Which of the following is an example of a transport urban settlement in India?

  1. Chennai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Delhi

  4. Visakhapatnam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Visakhapatnam is an example of a transport urban settlement in India. It is a major port city and is also home to a number of railway lines.

Which of the following is an example of an administrative urban settlement in India?

  1. New Delhi

  2. Chandigarh

  3. Gandhinagar

  4. Bhopal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

New Delhi is an example of an administrative urban settlement in India. It is the capital of India and is home to the Indian government.

Which of the following factors is not considered in the functional classification of urban settlements in India?

  1. Economic activities

  2. Social characteristics

  3. Political factors

  4. Geographical location


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Social characteristics are not considered in the functional classification of urban settlements in India. The functional classification of urban settlements in India is based on economic activities.

Which of the following is the largest functional class of urban settlements in India?

  1. Industrial

  2. Commercial

  3. Transport

  4. Administrative


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Industrial is the largest functional class of urban settlements in India. There are more industrial urban settlements in India than any other type of urban settlement.

Which of the following is the smallest functional class of urban settlements in India?

  1. Industrial

  2. Commercial

  3. Transport

  4. Administrative


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Administrative is the smallest functional class of urban settlements in India. There are fewer administrative urban settlements in India than any other type of urban settlement.

Which of the following is a characteristic of industrial urban settlements in India?

  1. High population density

  2. Large number of factories

  3. Good transportation infrastructure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Industrial urban settlements in India are characterized by high population density, a large number of factories, and good transportation infrastructure.

Which of the following is a characteristic of commercial urban settlements in India?

  1. Large number of shops and businesses

  2. Good transportation infrastructure

  3. Diverse population

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Commercial urban settlements in India are characterized by a large number of shops and businesses, good transportation infrastructure, and a diverse population.

Which of the following is a characteristic of transport urban settlements in India?

  1. Major transportation hub

  2. Diverse population

  3. Good infrastructure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Transport urban settlements in India are characterized by being a major transportation hub, having a diverse population, and having good infrastructure.

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