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Urban And Regional Planning  Question Paper

Urban And Regional Planning  

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Geography

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008



KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF ARTS

AGE 414: URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

DATE: Wednesday 25th June 2008 TIME: 2.00pm ? 4.00pm

INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer any THREE questions
1.
(a)
What are the major concerns of a regional planner? [12 marks]
(b)
Describe the criteria used in defining a region. [11 marks]
2.
(a)
Using examples, describe Four conspicuous differences in development between any two regions. [8 marks]
(b)
Discuss factors that contribute to inequalities in development of a country. [14 marks]
3.
If a region is to be developed with a regional policy, the targeted region must have a leading or propulsive industry to boost the economic growth in this region?. Discuss. [23 marks]
4.
Explain the following concepts:
(a)
Growth Centres [8 marks]
(b)
Multiplier Effects [8 marks]
(c)
Core-Periphery Concept. [8 marks]
5.
Examine the role of small and intermediate urban centers in regional development. [23 marks]
6.
Discuss the role of Constituency Development Fund in bridging regional inequalities. [23 marks]






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