| Post Name | Town Planning Officer, Assistant Town Planner - Greater Cochin Development Authority, Town and Country Planning |
|---|---|
| Question Paper Code | 162/2023 |
| Category Code | 023/2021, 550/2021, 032/2022 |
| Date of Test | 7 September 2023 |
| Medium of Question | ENGLISH |
| Exam Type | OMR Examination |
| Total Questions | 100 |
1
For a given shear force across a symmetrical I-section, the intensity of shear is maximum at :
Answer
B. centroid of the section
2
The maximum stress to which any member is designed is much less than the ultimate stress
is :
Answer
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3
The percentage error in calculating the extension of a bar uniformly tapering from a diameter (d + x) to (d − x) in a length l is calculated by treating it as a bar of uniform cross section of average diameter d is:
Answer
B. 100x²/d²
4
Which of the following is true with respect to point of contraflexure?
Answer
C. Point of contraflexure occurs for overhanging beam subjected to uniformly
distributed load
5
The maximum shear stress in a beam of square section 10 cm side, bending about its
diagonal subjected to shear force of 100 N is :
Answer
A. 1.125 N/cm2
6
The differential equation for load acting on a beam, with modulus of elasticity E and moment
of inertia I is :
dy d2 y
Answer
D. EI
dx 3 dx 4
7
The reactions at the rigid supports at A and B of the bar loaded as shown in the figure are respectively:
Answer
B. 20/3 kN, 10/3 kN
8
If a body neither expands nor contracts in volume when subjected to stresses, then the
poison’s ratio must be :
Answer
C. 0.50
9
The radius of Mohr’s circle of stresses gives the value of :
Answer
D. maximum shear stress
10
For a rectangular section beam, the depth of beam is doubled whereas the width, length and
loading are kept same. This would result into decrease in bending stress by the factor :
Answer
B. 4
11
A and B are two points on either side of an obstacle. If AC and BD are equal perpendiculars
set out from A and B then AB =
Answer
A. CD
12
If the reduced bearing of a line is N85°W, its whole circle bearing is :
Answer
B. 275°
13
A line PQ of length 100 m is having bearing of 30°, the departure of the line is :
Answer
A. 50 m
14
The reduced level of a floor is 100 m, the staff reading on the floor is 1.505 m and the
inverted staff reading against the roof is 1.795 m. The reduced level of roof slab is
————— m.
Answer
A. 103.3
15
Planimeter is used for measuring :
Answer
B. Area
16
A series of closed contours of decreasing values towards their centre, represents :
Answer
B. a depression
17
For indirect ranging, number of ranging rods required is :
Answer
D. 4
18
GTS is :
Answer
B. Great Trigonometrical Survey
19
Which of the following does not come under classification of circular curves?
Answer
B. Transition curve
20
The minimum number of satellites needed for a GPS to determine its position precisely is :
Answer
D. 4
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21
As per IS 2386 : Part IV, after applying 15 blows in the impact testing machine, the crushed
aggregate is sieved through ————— sieve in the aggregate impact test.
Answer
D. 2.36 mm
22
Average 28 days compressive strength of concrete cubes prepared with water proposed to be
used shall not be less than —————% of the average strength similar concrete cubes
prepared with distilled water.
Answer
D. 90
23
The liquid substance which holds the ingredients of a paint in suspension is called :
Answer
B. Vehicle
24
Which compound in cement hydration is mainly responsible for the initial set and early
strength of concrete?
Answer
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25
According to IS 456:2000, the slump value for mass concreting should be between :
Answer
B. 25 mm-75 mm
26
Vee-Bee Consistometer test is used to determine the :
Answer
D. Workability of concrete
27
In the classification of coastal regulatory zones, area between high tide and low tide lines are
categorized under :
Answer
A. CRZ-I
28
The total covered area of a building measured at the floor level of any given floor, which
includes the thickness of the outer walls, projections, balconies etc., is :
Answer
C. Plinth Area
29
The following test is not used to determine the bearing capacity of soil :
Answer
D. Proctor compaction test
30
As per Indian standards, the maximum permitted percentage of water absorption for Class
12.5 brick is :
Answer
D. 20
31
The phenomenon which causes non-uniform bending stress distribution in flange elements of
a built up I-section is known as :
Answer
B. Shear lag
32
Euler’s formula for buckling is applicable for :
Answer
B. Slender columns
33
The ultimate strain for concrete under combined axial compression and flexure is :
Answer
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34
The fundamental natural frequency of a steel framed building without brick infill panels is
given by :
Answer
A. 0.085 h0.75
35
For joints subjected to stress reversals, the most preferred connector is :
Answer
C. HSFG bolts
36
In tension members, the design strength for gross section yielding can be computed as:
Answer
D. T_dg = A_g f_y / γ_m0
37
The ultimate tensile stress taken by concrete due to bending in terms of characteristic
compressive strength of concrete, fck in MPa as per IS 456:2000 is :
Answer
C. 0.7 fck
38
Reduction coefficient of a reinforced concrete column with an effective length of 4.8 m and
size 500 × 350 mm is :
Answer
D. 0.96
39
As per IS 456:2000, the bearing strength of concrete (in N/mm2) to be considered for a steel
column of Fe250 with a base plate resting on a concrete pedestal of M30 grade in limit state
method is :
Answer
B. 13.5
40
For an under-reinforced beam in flexure, the depth of neutral axis at ultimate failure is given
by :
0.87 fy Ast 0.87 fy Ast
Answer
D. None
bfck
41
Determine the various hardness of the following water sample :
Constituent Concentration, mg/l
Ca2+ 60
Mg 29.3
HCO3– 200
The total hardness (TH) and carbonate hardness
Answer
B. 270 and 164
42
If bacterial cells are represented by the chemical formula C5H7O2N, the potential
carbonaceous COD in a bacterial cell concentration of 1000 mg/l will be :
Answer
B. 1420 mg/l
43
Which of the following statements is incorrect for aeration process?
Answer
D. Increases settling characteristics
44
Denitrification in wastewater treatment occurs under ————— environment.
Answer
C. Anoxic
45
Which among these is a suitable method for sludge conditioning?
Answer
D. All of these
46
A ————— is a semiautomatic device that permits water flow in only one direction.
Answer
B. Check valve
47
Which of the following is incorrect for a unit hydrograph?
Answer
A. It reflects all physical characteristics of the basin
48
A point where two or more pipes meet is called
Answer
B. Node
49
In a water distribution network, factors influencing selection of pipe material are :
Answer
D. All of these
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50
A plot of the average intensity of rainfall against time interval is
Answer
A. Hyetograph
51
For G20 summit, India has set several priorities for its presidency.
The key priorities include :
(i) Green Development, Climate Finance & Life
(ii) Accelerated, Specific & Resilient Growth
(iii) Curbing Sustainable Growth
(iv) Technological Transformation & Digital Public Infrastructure
(v) Multilateral Institutions for the 21st century
(vi) Women-led development
Which of the priority area is/are correct as per above?
Answer
C. Only (i, iv, v and vi)
52
Given are the list of contributing factors of Urban Heat Island :
(i) Urban Geometry
(ii) High Vegetation
(iii) Anthropogenic heat
(iv) Urban Canyon
Which of the contributing factors is/are incorrect as per above?
Answer
B. Only (ii)
53
Which of the following statement is/are the correct about vision of Indian Green Building
Council (IGBC)?
(i) To enable a sustainable built environment for all.
(ii) Facilitate India to be one of the global leaders in sustainable built environment by
2025.
Select the right answer :
Answer
C. Both are correct
54
The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC-2017) of India is applicable to buildings or
building complexes that have a connected load of 100 kW or greater or a contract demand of
120 kVA or greater and are intended to be used for commercial purposes. The provisions of
this code apply to :
(i) Building envelope and Mechanical systems and equipment including heating,
ventilating and air conditioning, service hot water heating
(ii) Interior and exterior lighting
(iii) Electrical power and motors and renewable energy systems
Which of the above statement is/are correct?
Answer
D. All are correct
55
Affordable Rental Housing Complexes
Answer
C. Only (ii)
56
Being a party to the Paris Agreement, which is a binding legal treaty on climate change
adopted by 196 nations at the COP21, the objectives is to :
(i) Limit Global warming to well below 2 Deg. Celsius, preferably to 1.5 Deg. Celsius,
compared to pre-industrial levels.
(ii) Limit Global warming to well below 1.5 Deg. Celsius, preferably to 2 Deg. Celsius,
compared to pre-industrial levels.
(iii) Provide financial assistance to vulnerable countries.
(iv) Transfer of technology for improving resilience to climate change and reducing GHG
emissions.
Identify the correct statements :
Answer
C. Only (i, iii and iv)
57
Earned Value Management (EVM) is considered as an effective cost control techniques in the
construction project management with the following benefits :
(i) Early and accurate identification of trends and identification of problems.
(ii) Accurate display of project status and basis for course corrections.
Indicate the correct statements :
Answer
C. Both are correct
58
The National Building Code
Answer
B. , Fire & Life Safety; divided in the broad clauses
as
59
What are the Seven Principles of Universal Design to support universal accessibility in the
built environment?
(i) Equitable Use; Flexibility in Use; Simple and Intuitive Use; Perceptible Information;
Tolerance for Error; Low Physical Effort; Size and Space for Approach and Use.
(ii) High-tech; Circular; Simple and Intuitive Use; Perceptible Information; Approachable;
Low Physical Effort; Clean Use.
Answer
A. Only (i)
60
Match the Architecture work with the Architects,
Answer
D. Raj Rewal
(i) Centre for Development Studies, Trivandrum
(ii) Aranya Low-Cost Housing, Indore
(iii) Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur
(iv) State Trading Corporation, New Delhi
Match the Architecture works with above mentioned Architects :
61
Which of the following statement is not correct in the context of Vernacular Architecture?
Answer
D. Meanings and symbolic role of shelters such as social, ritual and spiritual did not
have any significance in vernacular architecture.
62
Match the vernacular architecture styles in India with the place of their origin State/Union
Territories :
Vernacular Architecture Styles Origin State
Answer
B. Bitoda (ii) Orissa
63
What is the appropriate approach to ensure vernacular architecture’s survival into the future
for creating a sustainable built environment?
Answer
D. All the above
64
From the factors mentioned below highlight the important factors that had influenced the
Kerala’s Vernacular Architecture :
(i) The climatic factors
(ii) Influences of maritime societies like Romans, Chinese, Arabs and European traders
(iii) Culture of bordering States
Answer
D. All of the above (i, ii and iii)
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65
What are the crucial aspects of planning in Kerala’s Vernacular Architecture?
(i) The direction of the prevailing winds
(ii) Courtyard Spaces
(iii) An internal and external verandah
(iv) High Plinth and sloping roof
Answer
D. All of the above (i, ii, iii and iv)
66
Integrating climate-responsive architecture in upcoming built-up areas is important to make
our settlements resilient and sustainable. Which of the following factors is/are important for
designing a climate-responsive building?
(i) The geographical location of the site
(ii) Maximising natural ventilation and day lighting
(iii) Reducing building energy footprint
(iv) Road network
Answer
D. Only (i, ii and iii)
67
India has five climatic zones. Match the cities with the respective climatic zones:
Cities Climatic Zones
Answer
A. Bangalore (i) Hot and Dry Climate
68
Which of the following statement describes ‘Climate Change’ as defined by United Nations
Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)?
Answer
C. Change of climate which is attributed directly or indirectly to human activity that
alters the composition of the global atmosphere and which is in addition to
natural climate variability observed over comparable time periods.
69
“A well-planned and designed city from a climatic perspective would be efficient in its use of
resources and designed to protect people and infrastructure from extreme weather events”.
Which of the following statements do not align with this concept of sustainable resilient cities?
Answer
C. Allowing cities to expand into the nonurban sites
70
Which of the following statement is false?
Answer
D. Greenhouse gases (GHGs) are trace gases in the atmosphere both natural and
anthropogenic that allows the long wave terrestrial radiation to escape
71
Which act defines a prohibited area as an area of 100 meters around a protected monument
or area?
Answer
B. Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958
72
To be included on the World Heritage List, sites must be of outstanding universal value and
meet at least ––––––––––– out of ten selection criteria.
Answer
C. One
73
What is Pietra dura?
Answer
D. A mosaic art form using cut-to-shape pieces of hard stone
74
Who founded the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings in 1877, further promoting
Ruskin’s key points on conservation?
Answer
A. William Morris
75
Among the options provided, which one has been designated as a cultural landscape inscribed
on the World Heritage list :
Answer
D. Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka
76
Which one of the following models is organized in a series of concentric zones, peripheral
wedges, and cultural enclaves?
Answer
A. Bazaar City Model
77
Match the following cities based on the urban growth pattern:
Group I Group II
(P) Ghazipur (i) Rectangular pattern
(Q) Hathras (ii) Circular pattern
(R) Jahangirabad (iii) Triangular pattern
(S) Rampur (iv) Elongated pattern
Answer
D. P – (iv), Q – (iii), R – (ii), S – (i)
78
New Delhi was designed by :
Answer
A. Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker
79
Copenhagen, Denmark, a city that is renowned for its :
Answer
C. Sustainable Urban Design
80
The instrument that provides standards for land development by indicating lot sizes and
layouts is:
Answer
D. Subdivision regulations
81
The type of absorbers used for sound absorption in low frequency range for acoustic
treatments of enclosed space are :
Answer
Question Cancelled
82
The optimum Reverberation Time range (RT60) required for good acoustics in a class room or
a lecture hall is:
Answer
Question Cancelled
83
Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC value) of an open window is:
Answer
C. 1
84
The Loudness inside a room is measured by means of ––––––––––– and this unit is arrived at
on the basis of ––––––––––– :
Answer
D. Phons, Equal Loudness Contours
85
The maximum distance between the source and reflecting surfaces beyond which acoustic
defect of echo creates an issue within the enclosure is:
Answer
A. 17 metres
86
As per census of India Population size of any settlement less than 5000 is called :
Answer
A. Village
87
As per census of India Population size of any settlement equal to one lakh is called :
Answer
B. City
88
Parks in the urban recreation category is called :
Answer
Question Cancelled
89
The satellite town has the features :
Answer
D. All of these
90
Aspects of zoning related to :
Answer
D. All of these
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91
Arterial road, sub-arterial road, collector and local streets are classification of :
Answer
A. Urban roads
92
Lewis Mumford has called the classification of the town at worst stage of town development as :
Answer
A. Necropolis
93
Classification of town as primary, secondary and tertiary is done by :
Answer
A. Sir Patrick Geddes
94
The first modern zoning ordinance done in the year 1916 by :
Answer
D. New York city
95
An acropolis means under the perspectives of Urban planning :
Answer
A. City on a Hill
96
The GARDEN CITY concept was introduced by :
Answer
Question Cancelled
97
An ADAPTIVE REUSE as reuse of a building under historic preservation movement can be
refers to :
Answer
C. Both
98
A place of assembly where all the citizens except for women and slaves could convene and
make democratic decisions :
Answer
A. An Agora
99
A process of absorbing neighbouring territory when a municipality extends its boundaries
outwards is called :
Answer
A. Annexation
100
An area designation assigned to declining urban areas that are regarded as threats to local
health, safety, public welfare and morals is called :
Answer
B. Blight
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