Question

Curitiba, a city in Brazil, is famously known for its __________.

• A. organic farming practices
• B. water network projects implementation
• C. integrated transport network system
• D. solid waste disposal system

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The city of Curitiba, Brazil is famously known for its integrated transport network system.

Additional Context:

• About Curitiba's Transport System:
  • Pioneered Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in 1974
  • Features:
    • Dedicated bus lanes with tube stations
    • High-frequency service (90-second intervals)
    • Integrated fare system across all transport modes
  • Serves 2.3 million daily passengers (85% of commuters)
• Environmental Impact:
  • Reduced per capita fuel consumption by 30%
  • One of lowest air pollution levels among Brazilian cities
• Other Notable Achievements:
  • Solid waste disposal: "Green Exchange" program (recycling for food)
  • Urban planning: Radial-concentric master plan since 1968
  • Parks: 52m² green space per capita (vs WHO recommendation of 12m²)
• Global Recognition:
  • UN Habitat Award for urban innovation
  • Model for sustainable cities worldwide (e.g., Bogotá's TransMilenio)
• Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
  • Organic farming: Not a primary distinction
  • Water network: Adequate but not groundbreaking
  • Waste disposal: Innovative but secondary to transport fame

Correct Answer: (3) integrated transport network system.