| Post Name | ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTSMAN GRADE.I - KSHB/ PWD Architectural Wing |
|---|---|
| Question Paper Code | 041/2022 |
| Date of Test | 20 April 2022 |
| Medium of Question | ENGLISH |
| Exam Type | OMR Examination |
| Total Questions | 100 |
1
Which among these is a secondary colour?
Answer
C. Green
2
A relatively light value of a colour produced by adding white to it :
Answer
A. Tint
3
Movement characterised by a patterned repetition or alternation of formal elements or motifs
in the same or modified form is called :
Answer
C. Rhythm
4
The physical dimensional structure of a surface apart from its colour or form :
Answer
B. Tactile texture
5
The orderly, pleasing or congruent arrangement of the elements or parts in an artistic whole
is :
Answer
B. Harmony
6
A ratio of approximately 0.618 to 1.000 is also called
Answer
A. Golden mean
7
The systematic arrangement of interdependent or coordinated parts into a coherent unity or
functioning whole :
Answer
D. Organization
8
A straight line to which elements in a composition are referred for measurement or
Symmetry :
Answer
B. Axis
9
Opposition or juxtaposition of dissimilar elements to intensify each elements properties and
produce a more dynamic expressiveness :
Answer
A. Contrast
10
A process or change taking place by degrees or through a series of gradual successive stages :
Answer
C. Gradation
11
The relationship between dry-bulb and wet bulb temperature, absolute and relative humidity
and of vapor pressure is shown by the :
Answer
B. Psychometric chart
12
Mean radiant temperature is measured by :
Answer
A. Globe Thermometer
13
In heat flow, air to air transmittance is also called :
Answer
D. U Value
14
The scale of the site plan accompanying the application for development permit shall not be
less than :
Answer
B. 1 : 400
15
The minimum outer radius to be given for road while rounding of corners at intersection is :
Answer
C. 4.5 m
16
In the occupancy of buildings the group D buildings are :
Answer
A. Assembly
17
The height of air conditioned room shall not be less than :
Answer
B. 2.4 m
18
The height of handrail of a fire escape staircase shall not be less than :
Answer
A. 100 cm
19
Area of balconies, galleries or mezzanines in an assembly building shall be restricted to
ββββββ percent of the total carpet area of the assembly hall.
Answer
D. 25
20
The maximum number of floors permitted for row buildings are :
Answer
B. 2
21
Which statement is not correct about measurements and proportions of drawing sheets recommended by the Bureau of Indian Standards?
Answer
C. The trimmed size of A3 is 420 mm Γ 594 mm
22
Which of the following statement is not correct about indicating dimensional values on
drawing?
Answer
D. Dimensional value placed should be readable from left hand side of the drawing
23
Which of the following statement indicates the correct relation between picture plane and
observer in a perspective drawing?
Answer
B. The perspective drawing will be smaller when the picture plane is placed closer to
the observer
24
Choose the scale of drawing from the following, when the actual length of 5 m of a room is
represented by 25 mm in drawing :
Answer
C. 1 : 200
25
Which of following statement is/are correct about the first angle projection?
(i) The left side view is projected on the plane on the left side
(ii) The front view will be below the reference line
(iii) The front view will be above the reference line
(iv) The left side view is projected on the plane on the right side
Answer
C. Only (iii) and (iv)
26
Which of the following is not a type of axonometric projection?
Answer
A. Oblique projection
27
Which of the following statement is/are correct about World Co-ordinate System in CAD?
(i) X-axis is taken positive towards the left
(ii) X-axis is taken positive towards the right
(iii) Y-axis is taken positive towards the top
(iv) Y-axis is taken negative towards the top
Answer
B. Only (ii) and (iii)
28
Identify the command from the following list which provides facility for interfering with other
windows based applications :
Answer
B. Editing
29
The command used to display the various properties of 2D and 3D objects is :
Answer
D. Massprop
30
Which of the following is not needed to obtain sanction for a new construction according to
KMBR?
Answer
A. Site plan in scale 1 : 800
31
Which of the following statement is correct about Gunterβs chain?
Answer
C. Gunterβs chain is 66 ft long
32
A 20 cm chain was founded to be 20 cm too long after chaining 1000 m. What will be the
correct length of the total distance chained?
Answer
Question Cancelled
33
The method of plane tabling used for locating distant and inaccessible point is :
Answer
B. Intersection
34
Which type of levelling eliminates all sources of error?
Answer
A. Precise
35
The RL of station A is 180.00 m. staff reading at A and B are 1.25 m and 2.72 m respectively.
Find the RL of station
Answer
C. 178.53 m
36
What error is eliminated by reading both the verniers in a theodolite?
Answer
D. Eccentricity error
37
In a transit theodolite the observed reading of included angle ABC, after three repetition is
158Β° 03β.Compute the included angle ABC?
Answer
C. 52Β°41'
38
Which of the following statements are correct about trunnion axis of a theodolite?
(i) It is the axis about which the telescope rotates in vertical plane
(ii) It is the axis about which the lower plate rotates
(iii) It is the axis about which the vertical circle rotates
(iv) It is the axis about which the upper plate rotates
Answer
B. (i) and (iii) only
39
For a traverse containing 5 sides, what would be the correction applied for the first side,
if it consists a closing error of +1.20?
Answer
A. +0.24
40
Which one of the following is not a component of a Total Station?
Answer
D. Theodolite
41
Based on the resistance to high temperatures, clays are classified as high melting clays, low
melting clays and :
Answer
C. Refractory clays
42
Igneous rocks are formed as a result of solidification of molten mass lying below or above the
earthβs surface. These rocks are otherwise called :
Answer
A. Unstratified rocks
43
Granite is an example of :
Answer
B. Igneous rock
44
Ordinary cement achieves 70% of its final strength in :
Answer
D. 28 days
45
Which among the following is the defect that does not occur due to the seasoning process of
wood?
Answer
C. Knot
46
The Le Chatelierβs test is one of the physical tests for cement to examine its :
Answer
A. Soundness
47
Which of the following is an example of a thermosetting plastic?
Answer
B. Polyester
48
Which among the given material is not commonly used for damp-proofing?
Answer
D. Glass sheet
49
Name of the defect causing swelling of painted surface due to oil or grease :
Answer
C. Blistering
50
Which of the following is the accelerator added for the fusion of glass?
Answer
B. Soda
51
Name the type of foundation that is used to spread the load of the superstructure over a large
base :
Answer
A. Raft foundation
52
An appliance designed to transport persons or materials between two or more levels in a
vertical or substantially vertical direction by means of a guided car, is called as :
Answer
C. Lift
53
Double pitch roof form that provides adequate space within the roof structure for units of
accommodation is termed as :
Answer
D. Mansard or Gambrel roof
041/2022 8 A
54
As per the National Building Code of India, Sunshade shall not be permitted over the road or
over any portion outside the boundaries of the building site below a height of :
Answer
B. 2.8 m from the road level
55
A wall designed to carry an imposed vertical load in addition to its own weight, together with
any lateral load is called as :
Answer
C. Load bearing wall
56
The type of stair in which the flights run in opposite direction and there is no space between
them in plan, is termed as :
Answer
B. Dog-legged stair
57
Name the cost-effective construction method of walls with bricks on edges and a cross brick
between each, which also produces a 9-inch-thick wall with an air cavity in between :
Answer
C. Rat-trap bond
58
Filler slabs are beneficial over the conventional roofing techniques because :
(i) it uses less concrete,
(ii) it saves the construction cost,
(iii) it does not require concrete,
(iv) it does not require steel
Answer
A. (i) and (ii)
59
The purpose of expansion and contraction joint is to :
(i) allow for changes in the volume of concrete due to temperature,
(ii) not allow shrinkage
(iii) preserve the original shape of the concrete structure,
(iv) regulate the quantity of water
Answer
C. (i) and (iii)
60
Compared to framed structure, load bearing structure
(i) requires good bearing capacity soil,
(ii) is best suited for small scale structure,
(iii) allows flexibility in planning the interior,
(iv) can have thinner walls
Answer
B. (i) and (ii)
61
βA change in the state of the climate that can be identified (e.g., by using statistical tests) by
changes in the mean and/or the variability of its properties and that persists for an extended
period, typically decades or longer. This statement refers to :
Answer
B. Climate change
62
βDesigning cities with green roofs, green walls and green balconies to bring nature into the
densest parts of cities in order to provide green infrastructure and human health benefitsβ
are called as :
Answer
C. Biophilic urbanism
63
Mandatory criteria for green features in the campus buildings does not include :
Answer
D. Portable air-conditioners
64
Which one of the following is coming under the module of βSite Planning and managementβ as
per the green rating systems of campuses?
Answer
A. Outdoor light pollution reduction
65
Figure out the aspects that are not covered in the IGBC (Indian Green Building Council)
green rating systems :
(i) Optimisation of water use for construction,
(ii) Encourage facilities for improving health and well-being of occupants,
(iii) Exclusion of manual labour and increase mechanisation,
(iv) Less usage of high-performance building materials and techniques
Answer
B. (iii) and (iv)
66
Which among the following are possible solutions to reduce the impact of climate change?
(i) Lifestyle changes,
(ii) Passive design strategies,
(iii) Use of non-renewables,
(iv) Use of fossil fuels
Answer
A. (i) and (ii)
67
The objective of the Sustainable Development Goal, βSustainable Cities and Communitiesβ is
to :
Answer
C. Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
68
Which are the green rating systems mentioned in the Energy Conservation Building Code of
India?
Answer
B. LEED-India and GRIHA
69
What passive design strategies can be implemented to enhance the energy efficiency within
the buildings?
Answer
D. Daylighting and shading devices
70
Which among the following can be used for improving energy efficiency in buildings?
Answer
A. Cool roof
71
Which one of the following places in the Indus Valley Civilization was known as the βOasis of
Sindhβ :
Answer
B. Mohenjodaro
72
Which of the following sultans of Delhi Sultanate constructed the Qutub Minar?
Answer
C. Qutubuddin Aibak
73
Which of the following is the oldest stone structure in India and was commissioned by the
Mauryan King Ashoka?
Answer
A. Sanchi Stupa
74
The group of monuments at Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu was built by :
Answer
D. Pallavas
75
Architect of The Secretariat building, Chandigarh is :
Answer
C. Le Corbusier
76
Aranya housing project of Indore was designed by :
Answer
A. B.V. Doshi
77
The traditional temple theater of Kerala is called as :
Answer
A. Koothambalam
78
The flat roofed, rectangular structure with inward sloping sides, constructed out of
mudbricks, that marked the burial site in ancient Egypt :
Answer
B. Mastaba
79
The Rietveld Schroder House completed in 1924 is said to be the only true example of which
style of architecture?
Answer
A. De Stijl
80
A type of architectural design wherein buildings are inspired by, built around and blend in
with their natural surroundings :
Answer
D. Organic architecture
81
When a cantilever is loaded at its free end, maximum compressive stress shall develop at :
Answer
A. Bottom fiber
82
In a flitched beam, one section is reinforced with another section. The purpose of such a beam
is to improve :
Answer
B. Moment of resistance over the section
83
The moment of inertia of a circular section of diameter
Answer
C. (Ο d4 ) 64
84
In a simply supported beam the bending stress Ο can be found using:
Answer
A. Ο = My/I
85
The maximum eccentricity of a load on a circular section to have same type of stress is :
Answer
C. one-fourth of diameter
86
The section modulus of a rectangular section having width
Answer
B. and depth
87
The resultant of two forces βPβ and βQβ inclined at an angle β ΞΈ β can be found out :
Answer
C. Parallelogram law of forces
88
Moment of a force about a point is :
Answer
D. Force Γ Perpendicular Distance
89
Torsional shear stress q can be found using:
Answer
D. q = TR/J
90
Strain energy U developed in a bar subjected to axial stress Ο is given by:
Answer
C. U = (ΟΒ²/2E) Γ volume
91
PERT technique of network analysis is mainly useful for :
Answer
C. research and development projects
92
The critical activity has :
Answer
A. Zero float
93
Sinking fund is :
Answer
A. the fund for rebuilding a structure when its economic life is over
94
At a work site, statistical quality control of concrete means :
Answer
B. applying the theory of probability to sample testing or inspection
95
Sensitivity analysis is a study of:
Answer
C. Change in output due to change in input
96
In which type of tender any eligible contractor willing to do work is allowed to bid?
Answer
A. Open tender
97
Which of the following is not an act and regulation for health and safety :
Answer
C. The Delhi Building and other construction workers Act, 2000
98
In civil engineering works quality control includes:
Answer
D. All of the above
99
In long and short wall method of estimation, the length of long wall is the centre to centre
distance between the walls and :
Answer
B. Half breadth of wall on each side
100
The information to be made available for certain heavy purchases through the newspaper is
called :
Answer
D. Tender notice
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041/2022 14 A
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