Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Geographical Perspective on selected issues and Problems

Question:

Which one of the followings is NOT a characteristic of slums?

Options:

Poor ventilation

Poor hygienic condition

Wider roads

Lack of basic amenities

Correct Answer:

Wider roads

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Wider roads

Slums are characterized by poor ventilation, poor hygienic conditions, and lack of basic amenities such as clean water, sanitation, and electricity. However, wider roads are not a feature of slums; instead, slums usually have narrow, congested lanes.