22.6. Guidelines and Standards Followed

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does NBC stand for?

   Hint

   It's a code related to buildings.

2. 2.

   Which act ensures rights for persons with disabilities in India?

   Hint

   This act was passed in 2016.

3. 3.

   Which of the following is a national standard for accessibility in India?

   • ISO 21542
   • RPWD Act 2016
   • ADA Standards

   Hint

   Think about which one is specifically related to Indian law.

4. 4.

   True or False: The ADA Standards exclusively apply to the United States.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the global influence of many standards.

5. 5.

   Analyze the implications of not having national standards like the RPWD Act in place for public infrastructure.

   Hint

   Consider who might be affected by a lack of these standards.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how integrating international standards like ADA can influence the design of future Indian urban spaces.

   Hint

   Think about case studies from other countries that they adopt.