{"id":41301,"date":"2024-05-08T12:33:30","date_gmt":"2024-05-08T12:33:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=41301"},"modified":"2024-05-08T12:33:31","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T12:33:31","slug":"discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Discuss Ashok Mitra\u2019s classification method of Indian cities &#8211; 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-support-program-with-test-series?type=classroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GS-Foundation-Course-for-UPSC-1280-x-300-px-1-1024x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46623\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashok Mitra&#8217;s classification method of Indian cities is a flexible approach based on the dominant economic function, recognizing the multifunctional nature of urban centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This classification system considers manufacturing, trade &amp; transport, and service activities, providing a practical framework for understanding the economic diversity of Indian cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fe083d9f244\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/#Mitras_Criteria_for_Functional_Classification_of_Towns\" title=\"Mitra\u2019s Criteria for Functional Classification of Towns:\">Mitra\u2019s Criteria for Functional Classification of Towns:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/#Degree_of_Specialization_of_Economic_Function\" title=\"Degree of Specialization of Economic Function:\">Degree of Specialization of Economic Function:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/#Classes_of_Specialization\" title=\"Classes of Specialization:\">Classes of Specialization:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/#Relevance_and_Conclusion\" title=\"Relevance and Conclusion:\">Relevance and Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion:\">Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/discuss-ashok-mitras-classification-method-of-indian-cities-2021\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mitras_Criteria_for_Functional_Classification_of_Towns\"><\/span>Mitra\u2019s Criteria for Functional Classification of Towns:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Mitra excluded agricultural activities and focused on industries related to manufacturing, trade, transport, and services.<\/li><li>He established criteria based on the proportion of workers in specific economic activities to determine the dominant economic function of a town.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Degree_of_Specialization_of_Economic_Function\"><\/span>Degree of Specialization of Economic Function:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Mitra believed that towns vary in the extent to which they specialize in a particular economic function.<\/li><li>Mitra used a ternary diagram to visually represent the degree of specialization, with points indicating different levels of specialization.<\/li><li>The ternary diagram shows the percentage of workers in manufacturing, trade &amp; transport and services on the three sides of the triangle.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classes_of_Specialization\"><\/span>Classes of Specialization:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Mitra drew three circles from the center of the triangle, proportionately, to show the degree of specialization. When we plot the percentage of workers of a dominant function in the ternary diagram, we get the following categories of specialization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Diversified Towns: The center point of the triangle shows 35 percent. Any point falling within the purple circle shows diversification of economic activities.<\/li><li>Moderately Specialized: Any town falling between purple and black circle shows moderate functional predominance.<\/li><li>Highly Specialized: The town falling between black and green circle points towards high functional predominance.<\/li><li>Very Highly Specialized: Lastly, the point falling outside the green circle shows very high degree of specialization.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_and_Conclusion\"><\/span>Relevance and Conclusion:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Mitra&#8217;s classification method provides a practical framework for understanding the economic diversity of Indian cities.<\/li><li>It allows for flexibility in classification based on the dominant economic activity and degree of specialization.<\/li><li>However, Mitra&#8217;s exclusion of agricultural activities overlooks their significance in some urban areas.<\/li><li>Nonetheless, the classification system retains flexibility and objectivity, making it relevant for policy formulation and urban planning.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While it may not capture every aspect of urban economic activity, its flexibility and objectivity make it a valuable tool for policymakers and urban planners in addressing the diverse needs of Indian cities. 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