2.4. Transformation of Settlement Patterns

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a Guntha?

   Hint

   Think of land measurements used in agriculture.

2. 2.

   Identify one characteristic of the Tibetan settlements.

   Hint

   Consider architectural features common in certain regions.

3. 3.

   What is the primary unit of land measurement used in Tibetan settlements?

   • Hectare
   • Guntha
   • Acre

   Hint

   Recall the units of measurement discussed in the section.

4. 4.

   True or False: The new Tibetan camps have less residential area than the old ones.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Focus on the changes in land distribution due to community needs.

5. 5.

   Design a settlement plan for a new Tibetan community in India, considering land use, cultural significance, and community spaces.

   Hint

   How do the elements work together to promote identity?

6. 6.

   Examine the evolution of settlement patterns among Tibetan communities and predict how they might change in the next 20 years.

   Hint

   Consider factors affecting community growth and cultural preservation.