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Geographical Perspective On Selected Issues And Problems
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Describe the problems of slums in India.

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Slums are residential areas of the least choice, dilapidated houses. There are several problems in the slums areas.


(i) These are inhabited by those people who were forced to migrate from the rural areas to these urban centres in search of livelihood but could not afford proper housing due to high rent and high costs of land.

(ii) Poor hygienic conditions are found in such areas.

(iii) Lack of basic amenities: Slums are not provided by the basic amenities such as drinking water, sanitation and other facilities like light and toilet

(iv) Poor ventilation: The houses are so compact that there is no facilities of fresh air and ventilation.

(v) Transportation: These areas are so congested that transport facilities cannot be provided.

These areas are also lack of parks, schools and other urban facilities.

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