In which type of settlement do several roads converge to a single point?

Circular settlement

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Rectangular settlement

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Star-shaped settlement

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Linear settlement

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Solution

The correct option is C Star-shaped settlement
In star-shaped settlement several roads converge to a single point making the structure appear like a star.

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19. Which of the following statements are true with respect to rural human settlements?

1. Circular pattern of settlement develops around lakes.

2. Rectangular pattern is developed along rivers

3. Linear settlements develop at the point of convergence of several roads

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Q3. Consider the following statements on the basis of forms or shapes of the settlements:

1. Rectangular pattern are found in plain areas or wide inter-montane valleys.

2. T–shaped settlements emerge as the places where two roads converge on the third one and houses are built along these roads.

3. Cruciform settlements extend on both sides of a river where there is a bridge or a ferry.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?

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