Which one of the following statements is not true about the houses of Srinagar in Kashmir?

To determine which statement is not true about the houses of Srinagar in Kashmir, let us analyze each of the options:

1. Some old houses have a special type of windows which come out of the wall. These are called ‘dab’:
This statement is correct. Traditional houses in Srinagar feature beautiful wood carvings and special overhanging windows called ‘dab’, which offer a nice view of the outside.

2. Houseboats on Dal Lake are one of the attractions of Srinagar:
This statement is correct. Srinagar is widely famous for its beautiful houseboats floating on the pristine Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake, which attract tourists from all over the world.

3. Many families in Srinagar live in ‘Dongas’ which are built in hilly areas:
This statement is not true. While many local families in Srinagar do live in ‘Dongas’ (which are boat-like houses), these Dongas float on the water bodies like the Dal Lake and the Jhelum River, rather than being built in hilly areas.

4. The old houses here are made of stone, bricks and wood:
This statement is correct. Traditional houses in Kashmir are constructed using local resources such as stone, clay bricks, and wood, often featuring beautifully designed sloped roofs to let snow slide off easily.

Therefore, the incorrect statement is that Dongas are built in hilly areas.

The correct answer is: Many families in Srinagar live in ‘Dongas’ which are built in hilly areas.