In rural area, cattle sheds should be ..... away from the houses ?
5 feet
10 feet
20 feet
25 feet
Ans. is 'd' i.e., 25 feet Rural housing In rural areas, the 'approved' standards may be lower than in towns. The following minimum standards have been suggested : There should be at least two living rooms. Ample verandah space may be provided. The built-up area should not exceed one-third of the total area. There should be a separate kitchen with a paved sink or platform for washing utensils. The house should be provided with a sanitary latrine. The window area should be at least 10 percent of the floor area. There should be a sanitary well or a tube well within a quaer of a mile from the house. It is insanitary to keep cattle and livestock in dwelling houses. Cattle sheds should be at least 25 feet away from dwelling houses. A cattle shed should be open on all sides; an area 8 fit 4 fit is sufficient for each head of cattle. There should be adequate arrangement for the disposal of waste water, refuse and garbage.