Question 14Answer in 250 wordsGS3GS1
How is Transit Oriented Development (TOD) linked to the concept of a sustainable urban transportation system? Discuss its impact on overall enhanced quality of life for citizens.
Introduction
Transit Oriented Development (TOD) refers to development that ensures habitations are close to transportation hubs to reduce traveling time and ensure last mile connectivity.
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Main Body
Transit Oriented Development
urban transport near to habitation
↓ closely linked different modes (ex- NDLS railway station and metro)
last mile connectivity of public transport-
↓ Ensuring less use of private vehicule
adhered to ex - E-rickshaws run on electricity.
3Water-connected systems to ensure smooth travel.
4Reduce Pollution - as less private vehicles
5Social Inequalts can be plotted out ex-free bus ride to women.
6Open spaces like parks due to less congestion
7Reduction in traffic jams on roads
Impact on Quality of life of citizens:
1Better efficiency at work due to less energy spent on travel
2Reduced out of pocket expenditure on taking private vehicles
3Ensure quicker movement times => enhanced leisure time
4Health benefits due to reduced pollution . ex - taking metro instead of car
5Rural growth - ensure people can desert city and travel to work
(a) Reduced logistics cost ( 14% new )
7Boom in business activity due to less logistics cost .
8Gender Equity - safe space for women to travel.
9Sustainable growth
10Easier mobility .
— Medha Anand · AIR 13
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Conclusion
Thus, TOD can usher in Ammit-load by ensuring economy and environment together.
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Diagram
Flowchart showing Transit Oriented Development with urban transport near habitation, closely linked different modes, last mile connectivity, and ensuring less use of private vehicle
- Clear definition of TOD
- Identifies key features and components
- Provides a concrete example
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Topper
Medha Anand
AIR 13
Subject & Paper
GS3GS1
Topic
Effects of Globalization on Indian society
Urbanization, their problems and their remedies
Transit Oriented Development
Writing Stats
223
Total words
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