Section 2(46) in Sikkim Urban and Regional Planning and Development Act, 1998
(46)"Slum area" means any predominantly residential area where the dwellings which by reason of dilapidation, over crowding, faulty arrangements or design, lack of ventilation, light or sanitary facilities or any combination of these factors, are detrimental to safety, health or morals of the inhabitants or others and which is defined by a development plan as slum area;
