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Post NameJunior Instructor in Interior Design and Decoration - Industrial Training
Question Paper Code002/2025/OL
Category Code644/2023
Date of Test20 January 2025
Exam TypeOnline Examination
Total Questions100
1
A dimension that is essential to the function of the piece or space is known as
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B. Functional dimension
2
A dimension given for information purposes only is known as
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C. Auxiliary dimension
3
Which one of the following is a method of dimensioning from a common feature ?
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A. Parallel dimensioning
4
Parabola is commonly defined as the locus of a point that moves so that its distance from focus is equal to
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C. its distance from directrix
5
An ellipse can be generated using the following method
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B. Locus of a point such that the sum of its distances from two foci is constant
6
A point lies in the second quadrant. Which of the following is correct regarding its projections ?
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A. Both the front view and top view will lie above the reference line
7
What is the least count of the ruler shown below ?
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A. 0.1 mm
8
The measurement read by the ruler shown in the figure is
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C. 1.6 mm
9
Which among the following is NOT a characteristic of Isometric Projection ? i. projection plane is parallel to one of the principal planes. ii. projected object is foreshortened equally in all three directions. iii. displays at least three sides of the object. iv. distorts shape of the object.
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A. i only
10
If the center of projection is at finite distance from projection plane, then it is called
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B. Perspective projection
11
What is the height of the central dome of the Taj Mahal ?
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C. 64 meters
12
What is the architectural significance of the four minarets at the Taj Mahal ?
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C. They ensure symmetrical balance
13
What unique feature supports the projecting balconies in the Qutb Minar ?
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C. Stalactite bracketing
14
Which Pharaoh built the Great Temple of Amon at Karnak ?
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B. Amenemhat I
15
What was the primary material used to construct the earliest tombs of kings in Ancient Egypt ?
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B. Sun-dried bricks
16
What does the term "hieroglyph" mean ?
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B. Pictorial depictions of historical and religious events
17
The Chaitya hall at Kondane belongs to which architectural style ?
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B. Hinayana
18
What symbolic structure is erected at the entrance of the Chaitya hall at Karli ?
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B. A lat with four addorsed lions
19
What is the other name for the Sun Temple of Konark ?
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B. Black Pagoda
20
What were Viharas primarily used for in Buddhist culture ?
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B. Residential places for Buddhist priests
21
Which colour scheme gives a spacious feeling to interiors ?
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A. Monochromatic
22
Which type of wood was most commonly used in the William and Mary period ?
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C. Walnut
23
What type of furniture would a couch belong to ?
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B. For sitting and reclining
24
What is the importance of 'balance' in interior design ?
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B. It creates a stable and aesthetically pleasing arrangement
25
Which design element refers to the outline or configuration of an object ?
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B. Shape
26
What type of transitions between floors are featured in Villa Savoye ?
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B. Dynamic spiral staircases and ramps
27
What architectural concept influenced the modular design of Villa Savoye ?
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C. Golden section and human proportion
28
What is a defining feature of Louis I Kahn's architectural philosophy ?
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C. Platonic forms and compositions
29
What element did Charles Correa identify as central to Indian architecture in warm climates ?
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C. Open-to-sky spaces
30
What does 'Sangath' mean in the context of B.V. Doshi's building ?
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B. Moving together towards a goal
31
_________ form of settlement was adopted by Herdsmen in ancient times.
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B. Circular
32
The book 'To-morrow : A Peaceful Path to Real Reform' was written by
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A. Ebenezer Howard
33
The term 'conurbation' was coined by
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B. Patrick Geddes
34
_____________ was the meeting place in ancient Greek towns.
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C. Agora
35
An artificially enclosed space formed by arterial roads and sub-arterial roads is called
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A. Precinct
36
Heavy dew at night is a special characteristic of
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C. Tropical upland climate
37
_________ is also known as monsoon climate according to G.A. Atkinson's classification of Tropical climates.
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C. Composite climate
38
__________ is also called 'Brown coal'.
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C. Lignite
39
An example for a city with a hot-dry desert type of tropical climate is
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B. Baghdad
40
Free wind velocities are normally recorded in open flat country at a height of
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A. 10 m
41
In the Northern Hemisphere, the wall facing __________ will receive the most sunlight.
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D. South
42
The arrangement and location of doors and window openings in a building is known as
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C. Fenestration
43
________ can be considered as an internal shading system for passive cooling.
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A. Blinds
44
An owner occupied building achieving 75 points is certified as _________ according to the IGBC Green New Buildings Rating System.
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B. Platinum
45
____________ rating system was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council in 2000.
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C. LEED
46
Choose the correct statements regarding vector quantity i. completely defined by magnitude alone ii. completely defined by direction alone iii. completely defined by magnitude and direction iv. acceleration is an example v. length is an example
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C. iii and iv
47
Match the quantities with their units: a. work — i. watt; b. power — ii. N/m²; c. angular acceleration — iii. metre/s²; d. linear acceleration — iv. radians/s²; e. bulk modulus — v. joule.
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B. a-v, b-i, c-iv, d-iii, e-ii
48
Mathematical expression of Lami's theorem for the given concurrent force system is
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D. A/sin β = B/sin γ = C/sin α
49
A simply supported beam of span 8 m carries a point load of 8kN at 2 m from the left support and a udl of 5kN/m for 4m from the right support. Choose the correct statements. i. Reaction at left support = 11 kN ii. Reaction at left support = 17 kN iii. Reaction at right support = 17 kN iv. Reaction at right support = 11 kN v. Reaction at right support = 14 kN
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C. i and iii
50
Choose the correct statements related to the concept of solid friction. i. Friction force does not depend upon the area of contact between the two surfaces ii. Friction force depends upon the roughness of the surfaces iii. Friction force depends upon the area of contact between the two surfaces iv. Friction force does not depend upon the roughness of the surfaces v. The ratio of limiting friction and normal reaction is constant
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A. i, ii and v
51
Hooke's law holds good upto
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D. Limit of proportionality
52
Which of the following statements is false with reference to the Theory of simple bending ?
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B. Transverse sections are free to warp
53
If 'E' is the modulus of elasticity, 'N' is the modulus of rigidity and 'K' is the bulk modulus, choose the correct expression.
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D. E=9KN/(3K+N)
54
Choose the right pair of shear force and bending moments at mid point for the given loading diagram.
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C. -3.25 kN, 20.25 kNm
55
Which of the following statements are true regarding the point of inflection : i. Curvature of the beam changes at this point ii. Bending moment is zero iii. Shear force is zero iv. Bending moment changes sign v. The material begins to slide at this point.
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C. i, ii and iv
56
What is the purpose of the "XREF" (External Reference) command in AutoCAD, particularly for large-scale civil engineering projects ?
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B. To attach and manage external drawings without embedding them into the current file
57
In AutoCAD, what does the term UCS stand for, and why is it important ?
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C. User Coordinate System, to define custom work planes
58
Read the following statements regarding how the "ARRAY" command benefit 2D drafting in AutoCAD and choose the correct statement(s) among them i. It creates multiple copies of an object in a specified path ii. It creates multiple copies of an object in a circular/polar pattern iii. It creates multiple copies of an object in a rectangular pattern
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D. i, ii and iii
59
Which AutoCAD command allows you to create a dashed line for a 2D drawing ?
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B. LAYER
60
How does the "ANNOTATIVE" property enhance text and dimensions in 2D drawings ?
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A. It enables objects to display consistently across multiple scales and viewports
61
Which color scheme is most suitable for creating a calming and serene interior environment ?
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A. Monochromatic blues
62
What type of artificial lighting is best for highlighting details of architectural elements in a room ?
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C. Accent lighting
63
What is the primary focus of ergonomics in workplace design ?
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C. Ensuring user safety and comfort
64
What is the term for the design approach that considers the range of sizes and abilities of users ?
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A. Inclusive design
65
What is a key advantage of using wallpaper as a wall finish ?
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D. Easy to change and customize designs
66
In designing accessible furniture, which feature is most important for tables and desks ?
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C. Adjustable heights
67
What is the primary disadvantage of using POP (Plaster Of Paris) for false ceilings ?
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B. Prone to moisture damage
68
Which type of floor finish combines marble, granite and glass chips poured with a binder that is cementitious, chemical or a combination of both ?
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A. Terrazzo flooring
69
Which of the following construction methods for partition walls would most likely contribute to improved energy efficiency and thermal insulation in a building ?
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D. Drywall partitions with fiberglass insulation
70
What is the primary disadvantage of using a spirit varnish compared to an oil-based varnish ?
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B. It is less durable
71
Match the scientific names in Column-I with their common names in Column-II and select the appropriate option. Column-I Column-II P. Jasminum grandiflorum 1. Jackfruit Q. Artocarpus heterophyllus 2. Mulla R. Azadirachta indica 3. Thetti S. Ixora coccinia 4. Peepal 5. Neem
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D. P-2, Q-1, R-5, S-3
72
Which of the following statements is not correct ?
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D. The fruit of the Musa paradisicum is poisonous for humans
73
Which among the following has the characteristics of a geometric garden ?
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D. Mughal gardens
74
Which of the following hardscape elements is most effective in reducing water runoff and promoting groundwater recharge ?
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C. Permeable pavers
75
A rectangular plot 50m × 47m has two roads running through the middle of it. One of the roads is parallel to the length while the other is parallel to the breadth. The width of the road is 7m. The cost of paving the road at Rs. 10 per square meter is
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C. 6300
76
How can drainage be incorporated into a retaining wall to prevent water pressure buildup ?
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B. By installing drainage pipes or weep holes behind the wall
77
What is the primary consideration when selecting plants for interior landscapes in terms of light requirements ?
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D. Plants should match the available natural light in the space
78
What is the primary purpose of grading in landscape design ?
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C. To control the movement of water and prevent erosion
79
What is the role of soil-less planting systems like hydroponics or aquaponics in terrace gardens ?
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B. To reduce the need for water and provide a space efficient method of growing plants
80
Soil particles have different grain sizes. Arrange the various soil types mentioned below in order of decreasing grain size.
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B. Gravel, Sand, Silt, Clay
81
Which of the following finished materials is best suited for interior flooring in areas requiring high slip resistance and durability ?
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B. Terrazzo tiles
82
In roofing terminology, what is the "eaves" of a roof ?
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B. The edge of the roof that overhangs the walls
83
Which part of a split air conditioning system is responsible for cooling the air inside the room ?
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B. Evaporator coil
84
Which of the following plumbing components is specifically designed to prevent the reverse flow of water, thus protecting the water supply from contamination ?
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A. Check valve
85
Which of the following is the primary function of an electric fuse in a building's electrical system ?
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D. To prevent overloading and protect the wiring from damage
86
Which of the following structural systems provides optimal stability in seismic-prone areas, due to its lateral load resistance and ductility ?
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D. Framed structure
87
Which of the following substructure components is most suitable for building foundations in areas with high water tables or poor drainage conditions ?
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A. Pile foundation
88
Which of the following retrofitting techniques is best suited for improving the seismic performance of a building by enhancing its lateral stiffness ?
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C. Adding shear walls
89
In a high-rise building plumbing system, which type of valve is most commonly used to prevent backflow and contamination of potable water supply ?
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C. Check Valve
90
Which of the following statements about CPM and PERT are correct ? Statements : I. CPM uses deterministic time estimates, whereas PERT uses probabilistic time estimates. II. PERT is more suitable for research and development projects due to its ability to handle uncertainty. III. CPM can be used for optimizing both time and cost, while PERT focuses exclusively on time management. IV. The critical path in a PERT chart is determined using the longest path method, just as in CPM.
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D. All statements I, II, III and IV are correct
91
Which of the following statements about tendering procedures and construction contracts are correct ? Statements : I. The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is deducted from the final payment to the contractor after the completion of the project. II. A construction contract can be awarded based on the lowest bid, provided the contractor meets all other prequalification criteria. III. Security Deposit is different from the performance guarantee in terms of its purpose, as it is meant to cover project delays and defects. IV. Contract documents include technical specifications, conditions of contract and other documents like the Bill of Quantities and drawings.
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B. Only II, III and IV are correct
92
Which of the following statements regarding floats in construction management are correct ? Statements : I. Total float represents the amount of time that a project activity can be delayed without delaying the project completion. II. Free float refers to the amount of time an activity can be delayed without affecting the start of any successor activities. III. A project with no float indicates that it has no flexibility in its schedule and must proceed without delay. IV. The critical path of a project always has zero total float.
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D. All of the above are correct
93
Which of the following terms refers to a vertical structural element, typically non-load bearing , that provides decorative support ?
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D. Pilaster
94
In the context of air conditioning systems, if a system is rated at 12,000 BTU/hr., which of the following statements is correct regarding its cooling capacity ?
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C. It can remove 12,000 BTUs of heat energy every hour
95
Which of the following statements correctly describes the primary function of an ELCB and an MCB in an electrical system ?
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B. MCB protects against overloads and short circuits, while ELCB protects against earth leakage
96
Which of the following is a key advantage of a Limited Liability Company (LLC) ?
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B. Limited personal liability for debts
97
Which of the following statements are true with respect to intrapreneurship ?
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Question Cancelled
98
According to the architects Act, 1972, the title "Architect" can be used by
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C. Only individuals registered with the council of architecture
99
The IIID collaborates with which of the following to host the annual IIID International Design Conference ?
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D. Various industry and academic organizations
100
In property valuation, the term "Capitalization Rate" refers to
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A. The annual rental income divided by the property's market value

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