Question

Observe your surroundings and identify a change that has taken place in your locality over the past five years. It could be related to transport, housing, education, technology, or the environment. Discuss in groups:

• What was the situation earlier?
• What has changed?
• What might have caused this change?
• How has it affected people’s lives?

Prepare a short report and present it in class.

Answer 1

• Five years ago, public transport was less frequent, and people often had to wait for buses or autos. The roads were also less organised, and travelling during busy hours was difficult.
• The increase in population, growing demand for transportation, development of the locality and the use of new technology have contributed to these changes. Better transport planning has also played an important role.
• The increase in population, growing demand for transportation, development of the locality and the use of new technology have contributed to these changes. Better transport planning has also played an important role.
• The improved transport facilities have made travelling faster and more convenient. People can reach schools, offices, markets and hospitals more easily. However, increased traffic has also resulted in congestion and air pollution during peak hours.