16. Case Studies on Barrier-Free Design in India

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a key feature of the Delhi Metro that aids accessibility?

   Hint

   Think about how people access the stations.

2. 2.

   What does GIS stand for?

   Hint

   It's a tool for mapping routes.

3. 3.

   What is one key feature of the Delhi Metro?

   • Visual displays
   • Elevators
   • Ramps and tactile indicators

   Hint

   Think about how people move within the metro.

4. 4.

   True or False: IIT Madras has integrated universal design principles across its campus.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the specific features mentioned.

5. 5.

   Consider a scenario where a new public building is to be designed. Discuss how barrier-free design principles could be embedded into its architecture.

   Hint

   Think about various aspects of a building's environment.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a case study where barrier-free design failed. Identify what went wrong and propose solutions based on teachings from the successful case studies we reviewed.

   Hint

   Analyze the scenario and focus on details that obstruct accessibility.