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Correct choice is (a) BUILDING line

To explain I would say: Building line or Set-back is provided to avoid traffic congestion in front of the building. Buildings like mall, multi-complexes, factories, etc. which attract a large NUMBER of vehicles, should have be set-back a further DISTANCE apart from the building line. This line after this extra MARGIN is called as Control Line.

The correct answer is (C) Carbon DIOXIDE

Explanation: If the room is not properly ventilated, there will be excessive QUANTITY of carbon dioxide in the air. The more the amount of carbon dioxide, the more difficult is the BREATHING. For comfortable working, the carbon dioxide content should be limited to about 0.6% by VOLUME.

The correct option is (a) Privacy

The BEST EXPLANATION: Privacy offers special comfort to the OCCUPANTS. It should not be confused as it is the TOTAL isolation and is desirable only in certain cases as study rooms, library, etc. Privacy is of two TYPES- External privacy and Internal privacy.

The correct option is (d) ASPECT

Easy explanation: The meaning of aspect has now been given wider scope and it INCLUDES the arrangement of DOORS and windows in the external walls of BUILDINGS particularly of residential buildings, so as to fully enjoy the natural gifts of sunshine, Breeze, scenery, etc.

The correct ANSWER is (d) Earthquake resisting structure

Explanation: Triangle is the most stable GEOMETRIC structure. Hence, the pyramids are very well DESIGNED and can sustain for LONG periods. ALONG with durability, these structures can withstand severe weather conditions like earthquake.

Right option is (d) equator, poles

For explanation: INDIA is in the TROPICS zone and hence there is a TEMPERATURE gradient from equator to poles and DEPENDING upon the latitude of the locality, its temperature range can be DECIDED.

The correct choice is (a) Tropic ZONE

The best explanation: Topic zone lies between zone of cancer (i.e. 23^1/2 degree NORTH latitude) and Capricom (i.e. 23^1/2 degree south latitude). The typical features of tropical COUNTRIES are BURNING sun, fixed seasons and rainfall which is heavy, moderate and with storm.

The CORRECT answer is (b) PROSPECT

Easy EXPLANATION: Prospect is dictated by the surrounding peculiarities of the site of the project. This can HELP us to conceal some unwanted views and REVEAL the beauty of the building.

Right choice is (b) Meteorological Department of the Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India

Easy explanation: Meteorological Department of the Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India works throughout the YEAR and records every DATA possible. They predict the future climatic conditions by comparing the past records of 10 to 15 YEARS. This department has recognised the FOLLOWING four seasons of the year: Cool-dry, Hot-dry season, GENERAL Rainy season, Season of the Retreating South-West Monsoon.

Correct choice is (b) Hot-dry

The BEST explanation: Hot-dry places are cool in WINTER. The maximum day temperature in SUMMER will be about 27°C to 42°C and the night temperature will be MODERATE to SAY about 15°C to 25°C.

The correct answer is (a) Condensation

Explanation: The difference of TEMPERATURE between the outside air and the inside air tends to the deposition of MOISTURE on the ROOM SURFACES. This is known as the condensation and it can be effectively controlled by the provision of SUITABLE ventilation of the room.

The correct choice is (c) Circulation

The EXPLANATION: The PROPER provision of circulation makes the BUILDING comfortable and CONVENIENT. The circulation in a building is of TWO types- Horizontal circulation and Vertical circulation.

The CORRECT option is (a) April 1984

For explanation: Building bye-laws came into FORCE on April 1984. This local law was framed by the subordinate authority. Its specifications are DESIGNED to minimum safeguard to the workers during construction; to the health and COMFORT of users; and to provide ENOUGH safety to the public in general.

The CORRECT option is (c) Ventilation

The explanation is: Controlling dust and other impurities from coming into the building is the main cause of insisting proper ventilation in the commercial BUILDINGS. The ventilation is ALSO required to SUPPRESS odours, smoke, the concentration of bacteria, ETC.

The correct option is (d) Roominess

The best I can explain: Roominess is NOTHING but the feeling of spaciousness. The planning of ROOM should be such that maximum BENEFIT is OBTAINED from the minimum dimensions of the room. For example, rectangle shaped room LOOKS more spacious than square shaped room of same area.

Right ANSWER is (d) Built-up area

For explanation: It is also known as the Floor Space Index (FSI) or Floor Area Ratio (FAR). The VALUE of built-up area is determined by local authorities and it MAY be different for different areas for different BUILDINGS of the town. Floor area means built up area excluding area of walls.

Right option is (d) Tropical zone

Easy EXPLANATION: The area on earth which lies between the zone of cancer and CAPRICORN is known as the tropics. WHOLE part of India is CONSIDERED to be typically tropical climate.

The correct answer is (d) Grouping

To explain I would SAY: Correct grouping grants the status of a balanced design. For instance, in a residential building, kitchen and dining room should be grouped close to each other. It is observed that grouping leads to saving in UNNECESSARY MOVEMENTS proper correlation EASY control and the overall economy.

Right choice is (c) BASE Isolation

Easiest explanation: ALONG with energy dissipation devices, Base Isolation technique is most advanced which isolates the structure by a series of bearing pads. This bearing pads ABSORBS maximum shocks develop due to SEISMIC activity.

Right answer is (b) TIMBER

The explanation: As LONG has materials and workmanship are of GOOD quality, timber structures can perform very well in an earthquake. A wooden frame is usually considered to have medium to low vulnerability towards earthquake.

Right option is (d) Grouping

To EXPLAIN I would say: Grouping is the proper arrangement of ROOMS according to their functions leads to BETTER PLANNING of a building. It is observed that grouping leads to saving in unnecessary movements, proper correlation, easy control and overall economy.

Correct answer is (b) 1:500

Explanation: As per National BUILDING Code, scale for LAYOUT plan is specified as 1:500. In this plan, the LOCATION of all proposed and existing roads, dimensions of plot along with building line, LOCATIONS of sewer and DRAINAGE line etc. are mandatory.

Correct answer is (a) Sanitation

To EXPLAIN: Sanitation comprise of drainage system and water supply. It includes proper sanitation of waste water along with its TREATMENT and supply to the MAJOR pipelines.

Correct option is (a) HOT WET

For explanation: The temperature RANGES in the hot season and cold season or 25°C to 30°C and 10°C to 22°C respectively. Bombay which is SITUATED near the sea is a typical example of EXPERIENCING hot wet or humid climate.