14.5 - Indian Standards and International Guidelines
Enroll to start learning
You’ve not yet enrolled in this course. Please enroll for free to listen to audio lessons, classroom podcasts and take practice test.
Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions
What is IS 4964?
💡 Hint: Think about Indian standards related to accessibility.
What does ADA stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on accessibility rights in the U.S.
4 more questions available
Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is the primary goal of IS 4964?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose behind making buildings accessible.
True or False: The ADA is a guideline and not a law.
💡 Hint: Consider the difference between guidelines and laws.
2 more questions available
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with advanced challenges
Analyze the implications of failing to adhere to IS 4964 in a new public library design project.
💡 Hint: Consider how accessibility impacts the wider community.
Propose a plan for incorporating elements of ADA in a historical building renovation project while respecting its architectural integrity.
💡 Hint: Think about how to maintain aesthetic value while ensuring compliance.
Get performance evaluation
Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Harmonized Guidelines and Standards for Universal Accessibility in India
- IS 4964: Guidelines for Building Design for Disabled Persons
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Resources
- ISO 21542:2011 - Accessibility and Usability of the Built Environment
- BS8300:2018 Design of Accessible and Inclusive Built Environment