Which of the following is a key principle of 'Transit-Oriented Development' (TOD)?
- Promoting car-centric infrastructure
- Creating compact, walkable, mixed-use communities centered around public transport nodes
- Separating residential and commercial zones strictly
- Ignoring pedestrian and cyclist safety
Answer: Creating compact, walkable, mixed-use communities centered around public transport nodes
TOD reduces vehicle dependence, lowers emissions, and enhances accessibility by integrating land use and transport planning around transit stations.