Practice Types of Disabilities Recognized (21 Categories) - 3 | 5. Objectives of the RPWD Act, 2016 | Disability, Accessibility and Universal Design
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3 - Types of Disabilities Recognized (21 Categories)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

How many categories of disabilities are recognized under the RPWD Act?

💡 Hint: Think of the number that was increased from the previous Act.

Question 2

Easy

Name one of the new disability categories added by the RPWD Act.

💡 Hint: Recall any of the newer conditions mentioned.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

How many categories of disabilities are recognized under the RPWD (2016) Act?

  • 7
  • 14
  • 21

💡 Hint: Recap from the content how many were included in the previous Act.

Question 2

True or False: The RPWD Act recognizes only physical disabilities.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the various types mentioned in the list.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a public park that addresses at least seven types of disabilities recognized in the RPWD Act. Provide detailed descriptions of how your design caters to these disabilities.

💡 Hint: Think about features like benches, play equipment, and accessibility.

Question 2

Assess the implications of the RPWD Act on urban planning in major cities, considering how these types of disabilities might interact with public transport systems.

💡 Hint: Consider the accessibility of transport systems and how they can be improved.

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