Chapter 34

Question 1

1. By the turn of the millennium the total number of people in the world without any housing was:

Answer 1

The correct answer is 100 million.

By the turn of the millennium, it was estimated that around 100 million people worldwide were without any housing or living in inadequate housing conditions. This figure highlighted the significant global issue of homelessness and the lack of access to decent housing for many people, especially in developing countries.

Question 2

The requirements of a dwelling to be regarded as home is:

Answer 2

The correct answers are:

Maintain privacy and enjoy social relations (the social domain)

Provide legal title to occupation (the legal domain)

Be adequate (the physical domain)

For a dwelling to be regarded as a home, it must fulfill several requirements across different domains:

The social domain: It should maintain privacy and allow individuals to enjoy social relations, fostering a sense of belonging and security.

The legal domain: It should provide a legal title to occupation, ensuring that the person has recognized rights to live in the dwelling.

The physical domain: The dwelling must be adequate, meeting physical standards for safety, comfort, and basic necessities.

All three of these domains contribute to the overall concept of what makes a place a home rather than just a place to live.