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How can morphology of Indian towns be described historically? Discuss the major features of the first planned city in India after independence.

  • UPSC 2024
  • Settlements

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Indian town morphology is best described as a succession of period-types, each with one diagnostic form element; the types coexist in most large cities.

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  • A five-period morphological scheme
  • Harappan and ancient
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  • Colonial
  • Post-independence
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