Talk:Tirunelveli/Comments
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A lot of work needs to be put into formatting and more references (specifically, in-text citations) need to be given, or this article may be demoted back to a Start-class article. Please use this WP:WIAFA article as a guide in the future, and perhaps follow a format similar to that of Kochi_India. Good luck. Ncmvocalist 10:36, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
Please try and follow the step-by-step guide of what to do for the most important sections in this article (some sections may not need changes, but this is a good opportunity to check just in case). Once you've finished editing the article in accordance with the guide below, and preferrably included more references (specifically, in-text citations), then you will probably be ready to re-apply for an assessment on the quality of this article. Good luck! Ncmvocalist 14:35, 25 August 2007 (UTC)
The lead-in consists of text that comes before the Table of Contents. It is compulsory for this class of article and should contain a minimum of two medium sized paragraphs (~300 words), and attempt not to exceed 3 paragraphs. The lead-in should summarise key aspects of the city, what it is known for and its significance. The first paragraph should also mention its location and geographical co-ordinates. Use the Cities infobox to enter relevent details. The origins of the city name can also be included here along with the name scripted in the local language. Also recommended are the IPA and aural rendering of the city name.
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[edit] History
The history section is compulsory for this class of article. It should contain between 4-6 paragraphs - if it is longer, then summarise! This section should describe the key events of the city starting from its origins to the current. As far as possible avoid political history except for key instances crucial for the city's change. The history section should be around four to five mid-sized paragraphs. If it exceeds six paragraphs move the detail to a separate article titled History of the city, and provide a summary of 4-5 paragraphs here highlighting key points in the city's development. Do not use subheadings. Recent history should also be mentioned. However, some recent incidents may be incorporated in other relevant sections like "Government and Politics", "Demographics" etc. as appropriate.
[edit] Geography
This section is also compulsory. Describe the city's geographical coordinates, location in India, altitude, area, region (Konkan, Deccan etc.), if coastal city etc. If applicable also mention rivers, lakes, creeks and islands within and near the city. Hills and highest point may also be mentioned.
Climate is compulsory. Mention the seasons, weather, when the city gets its rains and annual rainfall. Give the average temperature and if possible temperature records. Also give the range of yearly extreme temperatures. Eg. The annual temperatures range from a high of 42 °C to a low of 2 °C. The climate section can also be a standalone section. See Mumbai. For extreme temperatures this site has a good list. Units should be in SI with imperial equivalents.
If available, add a paragraph on the geology of the city. This information is optional. If the region falls in an earthquake prone zone; mention that too (see Earthquake hazard zoning of India and this UNDP report for hazard zone information).
If adequate information on both the climate and geology is available, then the two may also be included as subsections under Geography. See Sikkim.
If geology and climate are both included in geography, this section should not exceed 10 paragraphs.
[edit] Economy
This section should have no more than 4 paragraphs, and is compulsory for this class of article. Describe the primary economy of the city, the major industries, businesses etc. It should also mention the primary occupations of the city residents. A list of major companies can also be included. This section should not exceed 4 paragraphs.
[edit] Demographics
This section should not exceed 3 paragraphs.
Mention the population here, if it is a metropolis, mention the city and metropolitan population. Also mention the density, literacy, sex ratio. Mention the break up of religious groups. If information is available, the slum population and crime rate statistics can be included. Include inline references. This site has population statistics: World Gazetteer.
In paragraph 2, mention the languages spoken in the city and ethnic groups.
[edit] Transport
This section should not exceed 5 paragraphs where possible.
Mention intra-city public transport (don’t use transportation, its American English) eg. Buses auto rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, taxis, trams etc. It should be in prose form rather than in bulleted points. For external transport mention how the city is connected to the rest of India: airports, flying clubs, railway station and buses. Important train and bus stations can be included.
[edit] Culture
This section shuold not exceed 5 paragraphs.
Mention what city residents are called. Mention popular cuisines. Film, architecture, art can be added. Include art galleries, museums and public libraries present in the city. Clothing too can be included. Notable musicians, authors, actors etc can be included.
Mention festivals in the city, the important ones and how popular ones are celebrated, include both religious and non-religious festivals.
[edit] Education
This section can have a maximum of 3 paragraphs. Write about schools in the city, the boards that they follow and the education pattern. Important schools and colleges can be mentioned. Mention universities and prominent institutions and other educational centres.
[edit] Media
This section should not exceed 3 paragraphs. Write about the newspapers in the city; radio stations in FM and AM. Also include how television is received in the city — terrestrial, cable, DTH, CAS. Also include print publications in the city.
[edit] External links
- Official site of the municipal corporation
- Sites which have content on the city as a whole
- Avoid commercial links, portals, forums etc
[edit] References
- A compilation of works on which the article is majorly based. Sources that were used for inline citations multiple times may be included here. Also, sources that were not used for any specific inline citation, but grossly used to build up the article or any part of the article can be listed. See wikipedia:Cite your sources for the exact formatting for websites, books, journals etc.
- All facts and figures must be appropriately marked up with the relavent citations. See Wikipedia:Verifiability for what sources are considered to be credible.
