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The part of a building constructed below ground level is known as _________(a) Plinth(b) Superstructure(c) Basement(d) FoundationThis question was addressed to me during a job interview.My question comes from Components topic in portion Important Building Components of Construction & Building Materials |
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Answer» CORRECT choice is (d) Foundation Best explanation: Foundation is laid below the ground level and it is in DIRECT contact with sub-strata and transmits all the loads to the sub-soil. The STRUCTURE below the ground level is also KNOWN as Substructure or Foundation (excluding plinth). |
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