Epidemiological studies in cities like Mumbai have revealed that with raised pollution levels, there was an increased occurrence of dyspnoea, chronic and intermittent cough, frequent colds, chronic bronchitis, cardiac disorders, high blood pressure and deaths due to non-tuberculosis respiratory and ischaemic heart What are the 5 effects of air pollution? Disastrous Effects of Air pollution […]
Which caste is dominant in Mumbai?
Though Marathas dominate Maharashtra’s politics, the OBCs, who are spread across religion, classes and castes, are considered to be the largest social bloc at over 52% of the population. Which is the strongest caste in India? Brahmans: Brahmans are at the top in Varna hierarchy. Main castes of this Varna are those of priests, teachers, […]
Which is the creek north of Mumbai?
Thane Creek. The creek is divided into two parts. The first part lies between Ghodbunder and Thane (Thana), a section from where the Ulhas river flows from the north of Mumbai Island to meet the Arabian Sea on the west.Thane Creek. Thane Creek Bridge ठाणे खाडी Country India State Maharashtra Metro Mumbai Languages How many […]
Why is Mumbai called slum?
The Dharavi slum was founded in 1884 during the British colonial era, and grew because the expulsion of factories and residents from the peninsular city centre by the colonial government and from the migration of rural Indians into urban Mumbai. Dharavi Country India State Maharashtra District Mumbai City City Mumbai Why is Mumbai a slum? […]
Is Mumbai a wealthy city?
Hurun India on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, released the Wealth Report for 2020 which states that Mumbai is the ‘richest city’ in the country. Data suggests that there are 16,933 billionaires in Mumbai, and there are 4.12 lakh new billionaires and 6.33 lakh new middle class families in the country. Is Mumbai a rich or […]
Is Mumbai poor?
Mumbai is a city with a massive population but, like most of India, it struggles with poverty. Poverty has long been a major concern for the Indian government, but with a consistently growing population, it is becoming increasingly harder to create effective change. Is Mumbai rich or poor? Hurun India on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, […]
Was Mumbai a part of Gujarat?
On 1 May 1960, Bombay State was dissolved and split on linguistic lines into the two states of Gujarat, with Gujarati speaking population and Maharashtra, with Marathi speaking population. Is Mumbai a Gujarati city? The financial capital was even a bone of contention before the Gujarat-Maharashtra partition. Mumbai is city with the fifth largest Gujarati-speaking […]
What is the most expensive house in Mumbai?
Antilia. Antilia. Situated on Altamount Road, one of the most exclusive roads in Mumbai. It is owned by billionaire businessman Mukesh Ambani, it reportedly costs around 12000 crores. It is the most expensive house in the world after Buckingham Palace. How much is the most expensive house in Mumbai? Antilia (building) Antilia Completed 2010 Opening […]
What is Mumbai called?
Bombay. Mumbai lies on the Konkan coast on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour. In 2008, Mumbai was named an alpha world city.Mumbai. Mumbai Bombay Division Konkan District Mumbai City Mumbai Suburban First settled 1507 Named for Mumbadevi What is Mumbai nickname? Indian Cities and Their Nicknames State City Nickname […]
What is Mumbai nickname?
Indian Cities and Their Nicknames State City Nickname Maharashtra Mumbai Financial capital of India, City of Dreams Nagpur City of Oranges Nasik Wine capital of India Pune Queen of Deccan, Oxford of the East What is Maharashtra nickname? List of Nicknames of Indian Cities Name of the City Nicknames State Nagpur Orange City Maharashtra Nainital […]
How did Muslims come to Mumbai?
In 1508, Portuguese explorer Francisco de Almeida’s ship sailed into the deep natural harbour of the island and he called it Bom Bahia (Good Bay). However, the Portuguese paid their first visit to the Bombay islands on 21 January 1509 when they landed at Mahim after capturing a Gujarat barge in the Bandra creek. Who […]
Is Mumbai population more than Delhi?
Delhi and Mumbai are India’s two biggest cities with 16.8 and 12.5 million people each. The population density of Mumbai, however, is much higher than Delhi – it is the world’s second-most densely populated city with over 20,000 people per square kilometre. Who is bigger Mumbai or Delhi? According to the 2001 census, the Delhi […]
Which are the 7 islands of Mumbai?
The modern assumption is that seven islands existed: Colaba, Old Woman’s Island, Bombay, Mazagaon, Parel, Worli and Mahim. How many islands are there in Mumbai? seven islandsThe area at the core of Mumbai city today was built by uniting seven islands – the Isle of Bombay, Colaba, Old Woman’s Island, Mahim, Mazagaon, Parel and Worli. […]
Which city is more safe Delhi or Mumbai?
Delhi ranks 1st out of 19 major Metropolitan cities in the country for crimes (reported) while Mumbai ranked 15th. In terms of most number of murders reported, Delhi ranks 5th, while Mumbai comes in at 16th. Delhi also ranks 1st, when it comes to kidnapping and abduction. Mumbai ranks 7th on this. Is Mumbai better […]
What are the environmental issues in Mumbai?
World Environment Day: 10 environmental problems that affect Mumbai 1) Shrinking mangroves. 2) Toxic air. 3) ‘Dying’ Powai Lake. 4) Marine creatures dying. 5) ‘Beautification’ plan opposed. 6) Dumping ground fires. 7) E-waste ‘poisoning’ 9) Chocked with plastic. What are the 5 major environmental problems in India? Major issues Population growth and environmental quality. Water […]