Topic: urbanization, their problems and their remedies.
3. Cities must take lead on climate change, rather than simply reacting to untoward events. Instead of pursuing smart cities, we should invest in rainwater harvesting and better drainage. Comment. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
In the past few weeks, three major cities — Delhi, Ahmedabad, Mumbai — have been flooded. Cities like Hyderabad (in 2000), Srinagar (in 2014), Chennai (in 2021) and Bengaluru (in 2022) have also seen some areas being submerged during heavy rainfall.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about perils of unplanned urbanization and the consequences of flooding in cities and ways to overcome them.
Directive word:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context.
Body:
First, write about the Consequences of Unplanned Urbanization – adverse effects of haphazard urban growth, such as increased pollution, traffic congestion, Flooding in Cities, Environmental Concerns and strain on resources.
Next, write about the potential solutions to address the challenges posed by unplanned urbanization and flooding.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
