Definition of slums – slums are residential areas of the least choice dilapidated house, poor hygienic conditions, poor ventilation, lack of basic amenities like drinking water, light and toilet facilities etc. these areas are overcrowded having narrow street pattern prone to serious hazards from fire.
Problems of urban slums
a. High risk prone
b. Lack of infrastructure- roads, sanitation, lights
c. Congestion
d. Social and economic problem – crime, child labour, violence.
