15.2. Legal and Policy Framework

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the RPwD Act aim to achieve?

   Hint

   Think about who benefits from such legislation.

2. 2.

   What does NUTP stand for?

   Hint

   It relates to urban transportation planning.

3. 3.

   What does the RPwD Act mandate?

   • Access to healthcare
   • Barrier-free access to public infrastructure
   • Affordable housing

   Hint

   Consider the context of public services.

4. 4.

   True or False: The NUTP is primarily concerned with environmental issues.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about its primary objectives.

5. 5.

   Discuss the implications of implementing the RPwD Act on urban transportation planning in India.

   Hint

   Focus on practical challenges and how they can be solved.

6. 6.

   Investigate how international agreements like the UN-CRPD can shape local policies in diverse cultural contexts.

   Hint

   Consider examples of countries successfully implementing such changes.