Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Garden suburbs are nothing but satellite townships developed among parks and avenues.
Statement (II): In the old congested cities, bio-aesthetic planning can be achieved by developing garden suburbs on the outskirts of the city easily approachable by vehicles.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
• C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
• D. Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.

Hint:

Garden Suburbs: Planned communities on city outskirts, combining urban amenities with ample green spaces (parks, avenues) - like satellite towns. (Statement I is True)
Bio-aesthetic Planning for Congested Cities: Developing such garden suburbs on the periphery is a way to introduce green, aesthetically pleasing environments for urban populations. (Statement II is True)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Statement (I): Garden suburbs are nothing but satellite townships developed among parks and avenues. This statement is largely true in capturing the essence of the garden suburb concept. Garden suburbs were a planning movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, aiming to combine the benefits of city living (amenities, employment) with the perceived advantages of country life (green space, healthier environment). They were often planned as self-contained communities or "satellite townships" on the outskirts of larger cities, characterized by low-density housing, ample green spaces like parks and gardens, tree-lined avenues, and a focus on community living. Statement (II): In the old congested cities, bio-aesthetic planning can be achieved by developing garden suburbs on the outskirts of the city easily approachable by vehicles. This statement is also true. Bio-aesthetic planning involves the deliberate use of plants to create beautiful and pleasing environments. For old, congested cities with limited internal space for large-scale greening, developing well-planned garden suburbs on the outskirts offers a practical way to achieve bio-aesthetic goals. These suburbs can incorporate parks, avenues, private gardens, and green belts, providing residents with access to nature and improving the overall aesthetic and environmental quality of the wider metropolitan area. Easy vehicular approachability is a key factor for the viability and success of such suburban developments. Since both statements are true and align with concepts of urban planning and bio-aesthetics, option (1) is the correct choice. The development of garden suburbs (Statement II) is a way to implement the idea of satellite townships among parks and avenues (Statement I) and achieve bio-aesthetic goals for congested urban areas. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.