Sathyabama University 2008 B.Arch Architecture ,Human Habitat - I - Question Paper

SATHYABAMA UNIVERSITY
(Established under part three of UGC Act, 1956)

Course & Branch: B.Arch
Title of the paper: Human Habitat - I
Semester: VIII Max. Marks: 80
Sub.Code: 421802 Time: three Hours
Date: 24-04-2008 Session: FN

PART – A (8 x four = 32)
ans All the ques.

1. What are the various Parts of the settlement? And discuss every 1 of them.

2. Give any 2 definitions of planning.

3. List out the various levels at which planning is carried out in India in the current scenario.

4. State the town planning principles extracted from Arthashastra.

5. Mention the contribution to planning thought by Le Corbusier.

6. Explain the 4 inter – related plans which comprise urban development planning system.

7. Outline the importance of zoning in settlement planning.

8. Outline the benefits of the new concept of PURA.


PART – B (4 x 12 = 48)
ans All the ques.

9. Briefly discuss the role of man and society in the growth and decay of human settlements.
(or)
10. Briefly discuss the different stages of Planning Process.

11. With neat sketches discuss about the 8 various town planning layouts mentioned in the traditional town planning principles in "Manasara Vastusatra".
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12. Enunciate the principles of planning adopted during Roman period.

13. Discuss briefly the planning concepts of Patrick Geddes.
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14. Explain the neighborhood concept of CA Perry and its relevance to Indian situation.

15. Briefly discuss the basic principles involved in planning and developing a new town
(or)
16. Write short notes on the subsequent.
a. IDSMT
b. Sustainable City Programme

Earning:   Approval pending.