What were the new kinds of public places that emerged in the colonial city? What functions did they serve?
The Indians found the new colonial cities as bewildering. They were amazed at the new transport factilities such as horse-drawn carriages, trams and buses. These transport facilities enabled the people to live at a distance from the city centre. They lived at some other place and served at some other place.
Emergence of new public places : The new colonial cities saw the creation of new public places like the theatres, cinema-halls, gardens and public parks. Besides there were clubs and Garden Houses.
Functions : These public places were very exciting. They were an important source of entertainment. They also increased social interaction. The people were able to express their opinions on society and government. They could also question the practice of social customs.
