Question

Which of the following statements are true?

• A. Conurbation is a region that comprises a number of cities, large towns, and other urban areas.
• B. Cities with a population between 10-50 lakhs are typically known as megacities.
• C. The city of Coimbatore is a well known megacity.
• D. The city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu is a metropolitan city.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

The correct options are
A Conurbation is a region that comprises a number of cities, large towns, and other urban areas.
D The city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu is a metropolitan city.

• Cities typically have a population of more than one lakh. A good example of the same is the city of Coimbatore.
• Metropolitan cities have an estimated population of 10-50 lakhs. Eg. Madhurai.
• Megacities, on the other hand, have a population of more than 50 lakhs. Eg. Greater Chennai.
• A conurbation is a region that comprises a number of cities, large towns, and other urban areas. Delhi is an example of a conurbation.