Dharavi - SS

Question 1

Why do Squatter Settlements develop?

Answer 1

• Because of rapid rural-urban migration

Question 2

How does rapid rural-urban migration take place?

Answer 2

• As the rapid rate of urbanisation in many poorer countries means their governments dont have the time to provide house, drainage, clean water, schools etc

Question 3

Where do squatter settlements develop?

Answer 3

• In less pleasant parts of the city, such as steep hillsides or swampy areas

Question 4

What is it like in Dharavi?

Answer 4

• Overcrowded
• Shelters in squatter settlements are made from anything that is available
• Little or no proper sanitation

Question 5

Describe how people work in Dharavi

Answer 5

• Many people work in the informal sector

- This means that they do not do a job that earns a regular wage

Question 6

Do people who work in the informal sector work on a contract?

Answer 6

• They make and sell goods and services unoffically- often on a cash on hand basics
• They do not have a contract, which means there is no job security