Question

Observe the pictures in Fig. Do you notice the other side of the city? What could be the possible challenges faced by people living in urban slums?

Answer 1

Yes. The pictures show that urban slums face many serious challenges, such as:

• Poor air quality due to pollution from vehicles, industries, and dust.
• Water scarcity and lack of clean, safe drinking water.
• Traffic congestion, which makes travel difficult and increases pollution.
• Lack of green spaces because of overcrowding and rapid urbanisation.
• Poor waste management, leading to garbage accumulation and health problems.
• Flooding during monsoons because of inadequate drainage and poor infrastructure.
• Overcrowded housing and limited living space, often with poor sanitation.
• Lack of basic facilities such as toilets, electricity, healthcare, and proper roads.
• Risk of diseases and poor health due to unhygienic surroundings and polluted water.
• Unemployment and poverty, making it difficult for residents to improve their living conditions.