2.1. Bylakuppe Settlement in Southern Karnataka

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a Guntha?

   Hint

   Think about land measurement systems.

2. 2.

   Name one material used in Bylakuppe's roofs.

   Hint

   Refer to the local architectural style.

3. 3.

   What is the main architectural style used in Bylakuppe?

   • Concrete
   • Mangalore tiles
   • Thatch

   Hint

   Think about the regional connection.

4. 4.

   True or False: The monastery is the primary architectural feature of the new camps.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider its role in the community.

5. 5.

   Propose a community plan for a new Tibetan settlement. Discuss land distribution, community spaces, and integration of cultural elements.

   Hint

   Consider how existing examples from Bylakuppe inform your design.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of urban morphology on the evolution of the Bylakuppe settlement over the decades.

   Hint

   Think about how spatial arrangements reflect social needs.