Question 2571
Match the columns: Parts of house Characteristics/Location A. Shikara 1. Assam B. Igloo 2. Community shelters C. Rain basera 3. Kashmir D. Stilt houses 4. Manali
Answer
A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
Why?
Concept: Every region has a different house. Houses are built specially to suit the needs of the people. Factors determining the type of house: Climatic conditions Family size Availability of materials: The type of house built is highly dependent on the local availability of materials. Places closer to forests use a high amount of timber in their construction. Similarly, marble, shale, and other stones are highly used as construction materials in areas where they are locally found. Houses can be temporary or permanent. There are different types of permanent houses based on the materials used. Explanation: A few Different types of houses are: Shikara: Shikara is a type of houseboat. It is commonly seen in the Dal lake of Kashmir. It is made of wood and has intricate decorations. it is a popular tourist attraction. Igloo: Igloo is a house made of snow. It is used as a home by Eskimos or Inuits . Eskimos are a community of people living in cold regions of Alaska, Siberia, etc. In India, igloos are made a tourist attraction in Manali. Rain Baseras: Rain Baseras are permanent shelters made by the government or NGOs. These are community shelters used by marginally deprived people. One can find them in the National capital Delhi. Stilt houses: In Assam, it rains heavily so there are chances of flooding. To protect the houses, they are made on 3.5-5 m tall stilts of bamboo. Houses are made of wood, especially bamboo. This is because bamboo is easily available in the region. Thus, A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1 Parts of house Characteristics/ Location A. Shikara 3. Kashmir B. Igloo 4. Manali C. Rain basera 2. Community shelters D. Stilt houses 1. Assam
