BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Architecture - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Architecture X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Architecture REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTSTAMP:20260808T053838Z CREATED:20260808T053838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T053838Z UID:387-1786147200-1786233599@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Save Silent Valley" Movement\, a social movement to save the tropical\ngreen forest from destruction for a regional development project\, was\nterritorially faced in Indian State of \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Kerala\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n West Bengal\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Bihar\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Gujarat\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Save Silent Valley movement (1970s–80s) was a major Indian\nenvironmental campaign to prevent the flooding and ecological\ndestruction of the Silent Valley tropical evergreen forest in Kerala for a\nhydroelectric project. Activists\, scientists and local communities\nhighlighted the area’s biodiversity\, endemic species and ecological\nsensitivity; nationwide protests and scientific advocacy eventually led to\nproject cancellation and the declaration of Silent Valley as a national park.\nThe movement became an influential precedent for conservation activism\nin India and demonstrated how local ecological values can shape national\npolicy on development projects. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A good way to measure the quality of life in countries across the world is \nby comparing their \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n human development index\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n gross national income\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n sustainable development\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n per capita income\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Human Development Index (HDI) combines indicators of health (life\nexpectancy)\, education (mean and expected years of schooling)\, and\nincome (GNI per capita) to provide a composite measure of human\ndevelopment beyond GDP alone. HDI better captures quality-of-life\naspects — longevity\, knowledge and standard of living — making cross-\ncountry comparisons more meaningful for social welfare. Per-capita\nincome and gross national income measure purely economic output;\nsustainable development is a broader process not a single numeric\ncomparator. Thus HDI is widely used to compare standards of living and social progress among nations. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Assertation (A): Losch believed that price increase is result of transport\ncost and by rating the demand curve around the production point P\, the\nshape of market area is seen to be circular.\nReason (R): Losch treated each section as having seoarate range\, threshold\,\nhexagonal hinterland. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n A is false but R is true\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n A is true but R is false (B) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n August Lösch extended central-place ideas: he showed how transport\ncosts and price structure influence market extent; if price rises with \ndistance (transport cost)\, the demand curve around a production point can\nproduce circular iso-price thresholds in simple isotropic space — so (A) is\nbroadly true. Lösch also derived hexagonal hinterlands by combining many\noverlapping circular market thresholds to pack space efficiently; he\ntreated range and threshold concepts for sections — making (R) also true.\nBut R (hexagonal hinterlands & separate ranges) is an outcome of Lösch’s\nspatial optimization\, not the direct explanation of A’s simple circular\nmarket concept. Hence both statements are true\, but R does not explain\nA. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cadastral map shows \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n vegetation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n water bodies\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n crop pattern\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n land ownership\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A cadastral map is a detailed land-survey map showing property\nboundaries\, parcel identifiers\, ownership details and sometimes land\nparcel area and registered rights. It is the legal map used in land\nregistration\, taxation\, and transfer of title. While cadastral maps may also\nannotate natural features (water bodies) or land use for certain purposes\,\ntheir primary function is to record who owns what land and the precise\ngeometries of parcels. Planners\, surveyors\, revenue authorities and legal\nsystems rely on cadastral records to resolve disputes\, plan infrastructure\,\nand implement land-based policies such as land pooling\, acquisition\, or\ncompensation. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Of late\, the major focus in urban industrial development is of \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n port city oriented development\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n nodal development\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n None of the above\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n cluster development\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cluster development (industrial clusters) groups small and medium\nenterprises spatially to exploit economies of scale\, shared suppliers\, skilled\nlabour pools\, and specialized services. Contemporary urban industrial\npolicy emphasizes clusters because they boost competitiveness\,\ninnovation diffusion\, and local job creation without requiring massive\nsingle-firm investments. Cluster approaches also facilitate infrastructure\nsharing (common effluent treatment\, warehouses\, testing labs) and easier\npolicy targeting than scattered industry. Port-city\, nodal or single-factory\nstrategies remain relevant in some contexts\, but cluster development is\nwidely promoted for inclusive industrialization\, MSME growth\, and\nlocalized value chains in urban and peri-urban areas. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which one of the following forms of settlement develops along either side of roads\, rivers or canals? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Square\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Circular\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Linear\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Cross-shaped\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A linear settlement is characterized by development arranged along a\nlinear feature — typically a road\, river\, canal\, or valley corridor. Housing\,\nshops and services align sequentially along the transport or waterway axis\nto exploit access\, communication\, trade and drainage advantages. Linear\nforms often arise where geography constrains expansion (e.g.\, river\nvalleys\, coastal strips) or where transportation nodes dominate growth.\nThey contrast with nucleated (clustered) or dispersed settlements. Linear\nsettlements facilitate easy movement of goods and people along the axis\nbut can be vulnerable to congestion and limited lateral expansion;\nplanners must consider access controls\, services distribution\, and\nconnectivity when dealing with such patterns. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Industrialization and rapid urbanization have created \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n rural regeneration\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n urban generation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n rural depopulation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n urban decay\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Industrialization and rapid urbanization draw labor\, especially young and\nskilled workers\, from rural areas to cities seeking employment\, education\nand services. This migration produces rural depopulation: shrinking village\npopulations\, labor shortages in agriculture\, demographic aging in\nremaining rural communities\, and declining economic vitality in some\ncountryside areas. While urban centers grow economically and physically\,\nrural regions may face abandoned houses\, reduced services\, and\nweakened local markets. Policy responses include rural development\nprograms\, decentralization\, rural employment schemes and investment in\ninfrastructure/education to make rural livelihoods viable and slow\nexcessive migration that undermines balanced regional development. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The settlement of the Gangetic plain may be called \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n wet point settlement\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n isolated settlement\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n dry point settlement\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n clustered settlement\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A wet-point settlement develops where water is readily available in\notherwise drier surrounding areas — for example\, on river banks\,\nfloodplains\, or near springs. The Gangetic Plain\, with abundant surface\nwater and a high water table\, supports dense\, clustered agriculture-based\nhabitations that locate where soils are fertile and water accessible. Dry-\npoint settlements form on slightly raised or flood-safe spots in wet\nregions; isolated or dispersed settlements occur in marginal lands. Thus\nsettlements in the Gangetic alluvium\, driven by irrigation\, perennial rivers\nand good soils\, are typically described as wet-point or water-oriented\nsettlements\, explaining the region’s high rural density and intensive\ncultivation. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Occupancy rate refers to the \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n number of person-habitable rooms per acre\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n number of persons working in an office\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n number of person-habitable rooms per unit area\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n number of persons per habitable rooms\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Occupancy rate in housing statistics typically measures crowding by\ndividing household population by the number of habitable rooms (rooms\nsuitable for living/sleeping). It indicates average persons per room and\nhelps assess overcrowding and housing adequacy. Other measures\n(persons per unit area\, persons per habitable rooms per acre) are different\ndensity or intensity metrics. Occupancy rate informs policy on housing\nshortages\, health risks\, and minimum dwelling standards. High occupancy\nrates suggest insufficient housing stock or large household sizes; planners\nuse it to prioritize interventions\, allocate subsidies\, and design dwelling-\nsize norms for future residential development. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Pritzker Prize\, 2021 has been awarded to \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Francis Kere\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Anne Lacation and Jean Philippe Vassal\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Balkrishan Doshi\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Frei Otto\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The 2021 Pritzker Architecture Prize honored the French duo Anne\nLacation and Jean-Philippe Vassal for a body of work that emphasizes\nreuse\, affordability\, generosity of space\, and humane design. They are well\nknown for their adaptive-reuse projects and social housing refurbishments\nwhere they prioritized light\, thermal comfort and resident dignity rather\nthan demolition. Their work argues for sustaining and improving existing\nbuildings with minimal resources\, focusing on incremental\, cost-effective\ntransformations that yield significant social and environmental benefits.\nThe award recognized their consistent advocacy for architecture as a\npublic good and their commitment to pragmatic\, low-impact interventions\nthat improve everyday life. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alonso model is \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n a model to explain the pattern to land use and land value in urban areas\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n None of the above\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n a type of statistical derivation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n a type of iconic model used to forecast weather\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Alonso (bid-rent) model explains urban land-use patterns and land\nvalues as functions of distance from the central business district (CBD).\nHouseholds and firms trade off land costs against accessibility: land near\nthe CBD is more valuable because of lower travel time to workplaces and\nmarkets\, so intensive/high-value uses (commercial\, institutional) dominate\ncentral areas\, while lower-rent uses (residential\, industrial) locate farther\nout. The model predicts a decline in land rent with distance\, concentric\nland-use rings (in its simplest form)\, and the economic logic behind\ncommuting/transport costs\, density gradients\, and land-value differentials.\nAlonso’s model is a core theoretical tool in urban economics and planning. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who among the following conceived the idea of shipping canal between India and Sri Lanka? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n C. J. Barrow\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n A. D. Taylor\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Luna Leopold\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Farrel\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The idea of a shipping canal/link between India and Sri Lanka (often\ndiscussed historically in the context of the Sethusamudram/Mannar\nshipping route) has been considered by several planners and maritime\nengineers. A. D. Taylor is frequently cited in historical planning literature\nas an early proponent of a navigable channel to improve shipping between\nthe east and west coasts of India without circumnavigating Sri Lanka. The\nmore recent policy debates and project proposals (Sethusamudram\nProject) drew on many earlier concepts. That said\, multiple figures and\nfeasibility studies over decades contributed ideas; because I can’t fetch\nprimary historical sources now\, I accept A. D. Taylor as the named answer\nbut recommend checking a maritime-engineering or project history source\n(Sethusamudram archives) for documentary confirmation. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Statutory setback of a building depends on \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n ground coverage\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Building Height\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n privacy\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n property boundary\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Setback requirements (required clearances from plot boundaries) in\nbuilding regulations are primarily designed to ensure light\, ventilation\,\nprivacy\, fire safety and circulation. Many municipal and building codes set\nsetbacks that scale with building height: taller buildings need larger\nsetbacks to reduce overshadowing\, allow firefighting access\, and provide\nadequate daylight for neighboring properties. When statutory rules specify\nsetbacks\, the height class of the building is the key variable for calculating\nminimum distances from boundaries.\n(In the official answer key\, this question was deleted for the final\nevaluation. The options here have been changed. The original options in\nthe question paper were property boundary\, width of access road\, ground\ncoverage and building height.) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not correct?\n(A) V.Nath divided India into 15 macroregions\n(B) Ashok Mitra divided India into 5 macroregions\n(C) Praksh Rao and L. S. Bhatt divided country into macroregions\n(D) Chandreshekhar divided India into 13 macroregions \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n iv only\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n i and iv only\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n i only\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n iii only\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This question asks which statement is not correct among claims about who\ndivided India into macroregions. Based on standard Indian regional-\ngeography literature\, V. Nath is commonly cited for multi-region\nclassifications (often listed as 15 macroregions)\, and Ashok Mitra has\npublished regional divisions (variously summarized as fewer broad\nmacroregions). Chandrashekhar (or similar researchers) has also been\ncredited with regional delineations (e.g.\, 13 regions). By contrast\, I could\nnot confidently corroborate that Prakash Rao and L. S. Bhatt specifically\nproduced a canonical macroregional division of India in standard texts;\ntheir work is more often cited on population and regional processes rather\nthan a canonical macroregion classification. Because I cannot consult\nsources in this session\, I mark (iii) only as the likely incorrect statement but\nstrongly recommend checking a regional-geography textbook (e.g.\, Indian\nregional geography references) or the original authors to confirm\ndefinitively. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Gobi Desert lacks economic development. The reason is \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n the mongoloid people are not motivated politically\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n the sand dunes that have inhibited transport development\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n the inaccessibility of the region\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n the continental climate and remoteness\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Gobi Desert spans parts of northern China and southern Mongolia. Its\neconomic underdevelopment stems primarily from harsh continental\nclimate (extreme temperature swings\, low precipitation\, short growing\nseasons) and remoteness (sparse settlements\, long distances to markets\nand industrial centers). These factors hinder agriculture\, infrastructure\nprovision\, and urbanization. While sand dunes and local topography can\ncomplicate transport in places\, large parts of the Gobi are stony plains\nrather than migrating dune fields; the central limitations are climatic\nseverity and isolation\, which reduce viable economic activities and raise\ncosts for transport\, energy\, and basic services\, thereby constraining\nbroader development. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n After Independence\, at which level the first attempt for planning of rural development was made on? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Tehsil level\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n District level\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Panchayati level\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Block Level\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n After India’s independence\, the first attempt to plan for rural development \nwas made at the panchayati level. The idea was to involve local\ncommunities in decision-making\, ensuring that development projects were\nsuited to local needs. The Panchayati Raj system allowed villagers to\nparticipate directly in governance\, focusing on agriculture\, sanitation\,\nhousing\, and education. Unlike district or block-level planning\, panchayati-\nlevel planning emphasized grassroots participation\, making development\nmore inclusive and effective. This bottom-up approach formed the basis\nfor democratic decentralization in India. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following regions has been classified as the "Western Dry \nRegion" by the planning Commission? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n West Bengal Duars\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n North Bihar Dry Region\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n NEFA Region\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Rajasthan Dry Region\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Planning Commission identified the Rajasthan Dry Region as the\n“Western Dry Region.” This classification was based on climatic and\ngeographical conditions such as arid climate\, very low rainfall\, desert\nterrain\, and scarce vegetation. The region\, dominated by the Thar Desert\,\nis characterized by frequent droughts\, extreme temperatures\, and water\nscarcity. Unlike fertile or humid zones\, its agricultural productivity is\nlimited. The classification aimed to focus on special regional planning\nmeasures like irrigation\, desert afforestation\, and drought mitigation for\nsustainable development. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The major objectives behind the identification of five counter magnet cities outside the National Capital Region was\n(i) to further strengthen policies for decentralization of economic activities\nwithin and outside the NCR \n(ii) to further strengthen policies for decentralization of population within\nand outside the NCR.\n(iii) to further strengthen the infrastructure facilities within and outside the\nNCR\n(iv) to further strengthen health and medical care services within and outside the NCR \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n i\, iii and iv\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n i and ii\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n i\, ii and iv\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n i and iii\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The main objective behind identifying five counter magnet cities outside\nthe National Capital Region (NCR) was to decentralize population and\neconomic activities from Delhi. Delhi was facing immense pressure due to\noverpopulation\, industrial concentration\, and rising migration. By\ndeveloping counter magnets like Gwalior\, Patiala\, Kanpur\, and Bareilly\, the\ngovernment intended to redirect growth away from Delhi. This policy\naimed at reducing congestion\, promoting balanced regional development\,\nand creating employment opportunities outside NCR. Infrastructure and\nhealth facilities were secondary objectives\, not primary. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The ratio of town area to agricultural land area as suggested by Sir Ebenezer Howard in "Garden City concept is \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n 1:20\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 1:10\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 1:5\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 1:5\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sir Ebenezer Howard\, in his Garden City concept\, proposed a ratio of 1\npart town area to 5 parts agricultural land. The idea was to create a\nbalance between urban and rural life\, preventing overcrowding in cities\nwhile ensuring sustainable food supply and open green spaces. The urban\narea was planned with housing\, industry\, and public services\, while\nsurrounding agricultural belts provided food\, employment\, and natural\nbalance. This ratio embodied Howard’s vision of self-sufficient\, eco-\nfriendly\, and socially balanced urban settlements\, reducing reliance on\novercrowded industrial cities. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ‘Sight distance' is considered in design of \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n auditorium\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n open kitchen\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n fenestration\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n road intersection\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In transport engineering\, sight distance refers to the length of roadway\nvisible to a driver\, which is essential for safe driving. It ensures that a\nvehicle can stop\, overtake\, or maneuver safely without collision. While\ndesigning road intersections\, adequate sight distance is crucial because\nmultiple vehicles approach from different directions. Poor sight distance\nincreases accident risks. By considering sight distance in intersection\ndesign\, planners ensure safety\, smooth traffic flow\, and reduced accident\nchances. It is not applied to kitchens or auditoriums. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-68/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805 DTSTAMP:20260804T051732Z CREATED:20260804T051732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T051732Z UID:377-1785801600-1785887999@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One hectare is equal to \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n 4000 sq. m\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 4048 sq. m\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 10\,000 sq. m\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 4840 sq. m\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1 hectare (ha) = 10\,000 square meters (sq. m). \nIt is a metric unit of area\, commonly used in land measurement.\n1 ha = 100 m × 100 m = 10\,000 m².\nIn acres: 1 hectare ≈ 2.471 acres. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Folk\, Work and Place' concept was given by \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Le Corbusier\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Patrick Geddes\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Doxiadis\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Ebenezer Howard\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The concept of “Folk\, Work and Place” was introduced by Patrick Geddes\,\na pioneer of modern town planning. He emphasized that the growth and\ncharacter of a city depend on its people (folk)\, their economic activities\n(work)\, and the geographical setting (place). This holistic approach\nintegrated sociology\, economics\, and geography into urban planning\,\nmaking it distinct from the physical design focus of planners like Ebenezer\nHoward\, Doxiadis\, or Le Corbusier. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who wrote\, The Population Bomb? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Meadows\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n None of them\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Amartya Sen\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Ehrlich\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Population Bomb was authored by Paul R. Ehrlich in 1968. The book \nbecame famous for warning about the potential catastrophic\nconsequences of unchecked population growth. Ehrlich argued that rapid\npopulation increase would lead to widespread famine\, resource shortages\,\nand environmental degradation if not addressed. Though some predictions\ndid not materialize as severely as forecast\, the book raised global\nawareness about the importance of population control\, family planning\,\nand sustainability. It remains an influential text in discussions about\npopulation and resources. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sectoral planning does not include \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n irrigation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hill area\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Transport\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sectoral planning deals with the development of individual sectors such as\ntransport\, irrigation\, infrastructure\, power\, and education. It involves\nanalyzing and planning for each sector independently\, aiming for efficiency\nand better allocation of resources. Hill area planning\, however\, does not\nfall under this category. Instead\, it is part of regional or special area\nplanning\, which focuses on unique geographical or socio-economic\nconditions of particular regions like hill areas\, deserts\, or tribal belts.\nTherefore\, hill area is excluded from sectoral planning. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The concept of spread and backwash effects was introduced by \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Samir Amin\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Gunder Frank\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n A.O. Hirschman\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Gunnar Myrdal\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Swedish economist Gunnar Myrdal introduced the concept of spread\nand backwash effects in regional development theory. He explained that\neconomic growth in one region can produce spread effects (positive\nimpacts such as job opportunities\, demand for goods\, and knowledge\ntransfer in surrounding areas). At the same time\, it can also create\nbackwash effects (negative impacts such as resource drain\, migration of\ntalent\, and economic decline of nearby regions). This dual effect helps\nexplain why regional inequalities persist despite overall national\ndevelopment. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-67/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTSTAMP:20260803T062455Z CREATED:20260803T062455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T062455Z UID:375-1785715200-1785801599@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/6\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ________ are the main highways running through the length and breadth of the Indian Union\, connecting ports\, foreign highways and capitals of States and including roads of strategic and military value \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Highways\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n District roads\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Village roads\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n State Highways\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n National Highways (NHs) are the primary roads in India\, connecting major cities\, ports\, state capitals\, and border areas. They facilitate long-distance travel\, trade\, and strategic movement. These roads are maintained by the Central Government. State Highways connect cities within a state\, District Roads link towns within a district\, and Village Roads serve rural areas. Only National Highways cover the entire length and breadth of the country and have strategic and military significance. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a benefit of Green Building? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n health & community benfit\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Social Benefit\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Environmental benefit\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Economic benefit\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Green buildings primarily provide environmental benefits (reduced resource use\, lower emissions)\, economic benefits (energy and water savings)\, and health benefits (better indoor air quality\, comfort). While they may indirectly influence social aspects\, social benefit is not a direct or primary benefit of green buildings. Therefore\, among the given options\, social benefit does not specifically define the advantages of green building. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ study is to determine the travel pattern of an area/ city \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Reach Destination\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Origin Destination\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Destination focus\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Reach focus\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n An Origin-Destination (O-D) study analyzes travel patterns by identifying where trips start (origin) and end (destination) within a city or area. It helps in urban transport planning\, traffic management\, and infrastructure design. The other options—Reach Destination\, Destination Focus\, Reach Focus—are not standard terms used in transport planning studies \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n T.O.D. in town planning stands for: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Transportation and its Order of Development\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Technology Oriented Development\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Transportation as Object of Development\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Transit Oriented Development\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Transit Oriented Development (TOD) is a planning concept that promotes high-density\, mixed-use development near public transport hubs like metro stations or bus terminals. The goal is to reduce reliance on private vehicles\, \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following cities has the largest metro system for public transport? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Kolkata\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Kanpur\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Delhi\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Port Blair\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Delhi Metro is the largest metro system in India in terms of route length\, number of stations\, and daily ridership. It connects the National Capital Region (NCR) extensively and has multiple lines with modern infrastructure. Kolkata has an older metro system but is smaller in scale\, Kanpur is developing a metro\, and Port Blair has no metro system \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is a method for traffic volume survey? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Biological methods\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Biometric methods\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Photographic methods\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Sigma methods\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Traffic volume surveys measure the number and type of vehicles on a road over a period. Photographic methods involve using cameras to capture traffic flow\, which is later analyzed for counts and patterns. This is an accurate and widely used method. The other options—biometric\, sigma\, and biological methods—are unrelated to traffic surveys and do not provide traffic volume data. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-66/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802 DTSTAMP:20260801T055019Z CREATED:20260801T055019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T055019Z UID:372-1785542400-1785628799@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is a feature on Mitigation of Flood Management? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Implementation of activities which include construction of dams and Catchment Area Treatment (CAT) works.\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Sensitive earthquake seismic zones should be identified at city or region or district level\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n By not diverting flood water\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Measures for integration of soil\, water and forest management and form part of soil conservation\, watershed development and forestry programs\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The space at a road junction over that traffic is not allowed to move\, is known as which among the following? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Kerb\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Traffic Island\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Pedestrian Traffic\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Roundabouts\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A traffic island is a raised or marked area at a road junction where vehicles are not allowed to move. It helps channelize traffic\, separate opposing flows\, and provide safety zones for pedestrians. Roundabouts guide circular traffic flow\, kerbs are raised edges of pavements\, and pedestrian traffic refers to people walking. Thus\, only a traffic island defines the restricted space at junctions. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The concept of ______\, to manage the disaster\, is practised. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Incident Response System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Indirect Response System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Incident Resonating System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Incentive Response System\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Incident Response System (IRS) is the framework practiced in India to manage disasters effectively. It ensures a standardized command\, control\, and coordination structure\, enabling multiple agencies to work together during emergencies. IRS assigns clear roles\, responsibilities\, and communication channels for efficient disaster response. The other options—Incident Resonating System\, Indirect Response System\, and Incentive Response System—are incorrect and not recognized in disaster management. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a requirement of ideal city road? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Straight alignment\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Sufficient width to accommodate the traffic\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Should have sharp turns and the junctions need not be designed.\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Have smooth wearing surface\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n An ideal city road must ensure safe\, smooth\, and efficient traffic flow. This requires sufficient width\, a smooth surface\, and a well-planned alignment. Roads should avoid sharp turns and must have properly designed junctions to minimize accidents and congestion. Option (D) contradicts these principles\, as sharp turns and poorly designed junctions create hazards and disrupt traffic movement. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ is a building which seek to harness all the natural elements in its design and construction to an optimum level so as to have eco- friendly\, low energy and low water consumption building and at the same time providing fresh and healthy environment to its occupants \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Efficient building\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Affordable building\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Smart building\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green building\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A green building is designed to efficiently use natural resources like sunlight\, air\, water\, and materials to minimize environmental impact. It emphasizes eco-friendly construction\, low energy use\, water conservation\, and waste reduction while ensuring a healthy and comfortable environment for occupants. Unlike efficient\, affordable\, or smart buildings\, the green building concept specifically focuses on sustainability and environmental balance \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-65/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTSTAMP:20260731T054242Z CREATED:20260731T054242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T054242Z UID:370-1785456000-1785542399@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is a feature on Mitigation of Flood Management? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Sensitive earthquake seismic zones should be identified at city or region or district level\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Measures for integration of soil\, water and forest management and form part of soil conservation\, watershed development and forestry programs\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Implementation of activities which include construction of dams and Catchment Area Treatment (CAT) works.\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n By not diverting flood water\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ is a building which seek to harness all the natural elements in its design and construction to an optimum level so as to have eco- friendly\, low energy and low water consumption building and at the same time providing fresh and healthy environment to its occupants \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green building\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Smart building\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Affordable building\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Efficient building\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A green building is designed to efficiently use natural resources like sunlight\, air\, water\, and materials to minimize environmental impact. It emphasizes eco-friendly construction\, low energy use\, water conservation\, and waste reduction while ensuring a healthy and comfortable environment for occupants. Unlike efficient\, affordable\, or smart buildings\, the green building concept specifically focuses on sustainability and environmental balance \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The space at a road junction over that traffic is not allowed to move\, is known as which among the following? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Roundabouts\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Kerb\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Pedestrian Traffic\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Traffic Island\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A traffic island is a raised or marked area at a road junction where vehicles are not allowed to move. It helps channelize traffic\, separate opposing flows\, and provide safety zones for pedestrians. Roundabouts guide circular traffic flow\, kerbs are raised edges of pavements\, and pedestrian traffic refers to people walking. Thus\, only a traffic island defines the restricted space at junctions. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a requirement of ideal city road? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Have smooth wearing surface\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Sufficient width to accommodate the traffic\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Straight alignment\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Should have sharp turns and the junctions need not be designed.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n An ideal city road must ensure safe\, smooth\, and efficient traffic flow. This requires sufficient width\, a smooth surface\, and a well-planned alignment. Roads should avoid sharp turns and must have properly designed junctions to minimize accidents and congestion. Option (D) contradicts these principles\, as sharp turns and poorly designed junctions create hazards and disrupt traffic movement. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The concept of ______\, to manage the disaster\, is practised. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Incentive Response System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Incident Response System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Incident Resonating System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Indirect Response System\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Incident Response System (IRS) is the framework practiced in India to manage disasters effectively. It ensures a standardized command\, control\, and coordination structure\, enabling multiple agencies to work together during emergencies. IRS assigns clear roles\, responsibilities\, and communication channels for efficient disaster response. The other options—Incident Resonating System\, Indirect Response System\, and Incentive Response System—are incorrect and not recognized in disaster management. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-64/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731 DTSTAMP:20260730T060639Z CREATED:20260730T060639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T060639Z UID:368-1785369600-1785455999@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bengal comes under which of the following climatic zone \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hilly Zone\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Dry zone\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hot-humid zone\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hot - arid zone\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n West Bengal\, particularly its southern and coastal regions\, falls under the hot-humid climatic zone as per India’s climatic classification. This zone is characterized by high temperatures\, heavy rainfall\, and high humidity\, especially during the monsoon season. While northern Bengal has hilly areas (Darjeeling)\, the majority of the state’s climate is hot-humid\, not dry or arid. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The magnitude of the heat island effect does not depend on the \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n wind condition\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n time of the day\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Sky condition\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n soil condition\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The urban heat island (UHI) effect refers to higher temperatures in cities compared to surrounding rural areas. Its intensity depends on-sky condition (clear skies increase heat retention)\, time of day (nighttime shows stronger UHI)\, and wind conditions (strong winds reduce UHI). Soil condition\, however\, has minimal influence in urbanized areas\, since most surfaces are covered by concrete\, asphalt\, and buildings. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ thrive as centers of man habitation\, production and cultural development\, despite the challenges posed by climate change\, population growth and globalization \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Restricting cities\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Restructuring cities\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Resilient cities\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Resonating cities\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Resilient cities are urban areas that can withstand\, adapt to\, and recover quickly from challenges such as climate change\, rapid population growth\, and globalization. They ensure continuity of habitation\, economic production\, and cultural development despite shocks or stresses. The other options—restricting\, restructuring\, and resonating cities—do not represent a recognized urban planning concept in this context. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following mechanisms is not used to assemble land and/or develop land? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Urban Governance\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n TP Scheme\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Land Acquisition\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Land Reservation\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mechanisms like Land Acquisition\, Land Reservation\, and Town Planning (TP) Schemes are tools used to assemble or develop land for urban projects\, infrastructure\, and planned growth. Urban Governance\, however\, refers to the systems and processes of managing cities—policy-making\, administration\, and service delivery—rather than directly assembling or developing land \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ means measures aimed at reducing the risk\, impact or effects of a disaster or threatening disaster situation. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Maximization\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Modification\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Mitigation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Migration\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mitigation refers to steps taken to reduce the risk\, impact\, or effects of disasters before they occur. Examples include building flood defenses\, enforcing earthquake-resistant construction codes\, and preserving wetlands for flood control. It focuses on long-term risk reduction rather than emergency response. 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In which of the following\, property tax rebate is not offered for implementing certain desirable projects as an incentive? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Solar power installation in building\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Rain water harvesting\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hydraulic Parking Facilities\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green building\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Property tax rebates are commonly offered as incentives for: \n\nSolar power installations (A)\nGreen building features (C)\nRainwater harvesting systems (D)\nHydraulic parking facilities (B) are generally considered infrastructure upgrades\, not a sustainability measure\, so rebates are not typically offered.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In town planning\, the new areas to be opened up for development are clearly marked and divided into smaller areas of about 100-200 hectares. Each such are called______. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Town Planning Proposal\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Town Planning Method\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Town Planning Demand\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Town Planning Scheme\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In town planning\, when new areas are identified for development\, they are divided into smaller units of about 100–200 hectares\, known as Town Planning Schemes (TPS). A TPS includes detailed planning for land use\, roads\, open spaces\, amenities\, and services to ensure systematic urban growth. This method prevents haphazard expansion and provides infrastructure in advance. The other options—Proposal\, Method\, and Demand—are not technical terms used for this process. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a policy to protect environment in India? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Housing Scheme\, 2015\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Environment Policy\, 2006\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Environment Protection Act\, 1986\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Conservation Strategy and Policy Statement on Environment and Development\, 1992\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n India has several environment-focused policies such as the National Environment Policy\, 2006\, the National Conservation Strategy and Policy Statement on Environment and Development\, 1992\, and the Environment Protection Act\, 1986\, which provide legal and strategic frameworks for environmental protection. The National Housing Scheme\, 2015 (PMAY)\, however\, is aimed at providing affordable housing to urban and rural poor\, not environmental protection. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which type of Natural Hazards is not covered under National Disaster Management Guidelines? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Tsunami Management\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Flood Management\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Riot Management\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Earthquake Management\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The National Disaster Management Guidelines (NDMA) in India focus on natural hazards such as earthquakes\, floods\, cyclones\, and tsunamis\, providing strategies for preparedness\, mitigation\, and response. Riot management\, however\, is not a natural hazard; it falls under law and order issues\, managed by the police and internal security agencies. Hence\, it is not covered under NDMA guidelines. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In rating systems of green building in India\, GRIHA stands for \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green Rating for Integrated Holistic Assessment\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green Rating for Integrated Housing Assessment\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green Rating for Interior Habitat Assessment\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GRIHA is India’s own national rating system for green buildings\, developed by TERI and endorsed by the Government of India. It assesses a building’s environmental performance over its life cycle\, focusing on energy efficiency\, water management\, waste reduction\, and sustainable materials. Unlike LEED\, which is international\, GRIHA is tailored to India’s climatic and developmental context \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wild Life Protection Act\, 1972 gave provision for the creation of National Parks\, Sanctuaries and Closed Area. Further\, for the purpose of buffers around these protected areas as shock absorber\, ______ were declared. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Ecological Zones\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Eco-friendly Zones\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Eco-submissive Zones\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Eco-sensitive Zones\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Under the Wild Life Protection Act\, 1972\, areas around National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries were designated as Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) to: \n\nAct as buffers or shock absorbers\nMinimize negative impacts of human activities on protected areas\nPreserve biodiversity and ecological balance\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel was constituted by government of India for which among the following? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Eco-submissive areas\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Eco-sanitary areas\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Eco-sensitive area\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Eco-friendly area\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel (WGEEP)\, also known as the Dr. Madhav Gadgil Committee (2011)\, was constituted to: \n\nIdentify eco-sensitive areas (ESAs) in the Western Ghats.\nRecommend measures to conserve biodiversity and regulate development in these fragile regions.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a metropolis as per Lewis Mumford categories? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Calcutta\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n London\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Jaisalmer\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Bombay\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n According to Lewis Mumford’s city classification\, a metropolis is a large\, densely populated city with significant economic\, political\, and cultural importance. \n\nBombay (Mumbai)\, Calcutta (Kolkata)\, and London fit this category.\nJaisalmer is a small historic town and does not qualify as a metropolis.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a measure to prevent slum formation? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Availability of sufficient number of subsidized cheap housing\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Formation of strict rules and regulations\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Carry out effective social education\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Deprived of social education\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Measures to prevent slum formation include: \n\nStrict rules and regulations (A)\nAvailability of subsidized/affordable housing (C)\nEffective social education and awareness (D)\n\nDepriving people of social education (B) would promote slum formation\, not prevent it. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ refers to a network that provides the "ingredients" for solving urban and climatic challenges by a combination of infrastructure\, ecological restoration and urban design to connect people with nature. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Blue-Red Infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Red-Yellow Infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Blue-Green Infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Blue-Yellow Infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGI) refers to an integrated network of natural and semi-natural systems\, such as: \n\nWater bodies (blue)\nParks\, green spaces\, wetlands (green)\n\nIt helps cities: \n\nManage floods and stormwater\nImprove air quality and urban climate\nConnect people with nature while supporting biodiversity.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n An open strip of land provided on the periphery of a town for the special purpose of limiting the growth of a town is known as_ \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Cul-De-Sac street\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Conurbation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green Belt\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Focal Point\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Green Belt is an open strip of land around a town or city intended to: \n\nLimit urban sprawl\nProvide recreational spaces\nPreserve the environment and natural landscapes\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NHP stands for \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Native Housing for Poor\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Native Housing Policy\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Housing for Poor\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Housing Policy\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NHP refers to the National Housing Policy\, which aims to: \n\nProvide affordable housing to all sections of society.\nPromote slum-free cities.\nEncourage planned urban development and sustainable housing solutions.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When the town develops away from the heart of the parent city\, the town is called : \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Satellite town\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Combined town\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Ribbon\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Scattered town\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A satellite town is a smaller town or urban area that develops away from the main city (parent city) but is economically and socially connected to it. \nExamples: Faridabad\, Gurgaon\, Noida near Delhi. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ is the first private planned hill city of India. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Chandigarh\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Gandhinagar\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Lavasa\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Jaipur\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lavasa\, near Pune\, Maharashtra\, is India’s first private planned hill city\, developed as a modern urban township with integrated residential\, commercial\, and recreational facilities. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a requirement of a new town? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Climatic Conditions\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Parks & Playgrounds\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Effective Road Network\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Recreation Centers\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Requirements of a new town typically include: \n\nRecreation centers (A)\nEffective road network (C)\nParks & playgrounds (D)\n\nClimatic conditions (B) are not a requirement; they are a natural factor\, not a planned feature of a new town.;5 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The land contained in the set-back belongs to______ \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n State Government\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Central Government\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Local Governing Body\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Owner of the property\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Set-back refers to the minimum distance a building must be set back from the street\, road\, or boundary. The land within the set-back still belongs to the property owner\, though its use may be restricted by building regulations for safety\, light\, ventilation\, and aesthetics. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a cause of slum? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Lack of Zoning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hygiene Maintenance\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Improper use of Land\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Industrialization\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Causes of slums typically include: \n\nIndustrialization → rapid migration to cities (A)\nImproper use of land → unplanned settlements (C)\nLack of zoning → chaotic development (D)\n\nHygiene maintenance (B) is not a cause; in fact\, poor hygiene is a consequence of slums. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n As per URDPFI guidelines\, Sector Plan shall be reviewed at least once in every______ years \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n 7\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 3\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 10\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n 5\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n According to URDPFI (Urban and Regional Development Plans Formulation and Implementation) Guidelines\, a Sector Plan should be reviewed at least once every 5 years to ensure it remains relevant and accommodates changing urban needs. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ‘Dharavi'\, the largest slum area of Asia\, is situated in \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Chennai\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hyderabad\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Mumbai\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Kolkata\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dharavi\, located in Mumbai\, is Asia’s largest slum\, known for its high population density and small-scale industries like leather\, textiles\, and recycling. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not a characteristic of a slum? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Social isolation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Good sanitation management\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Fire hazards\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Over-crowding\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Slums typically exhibit: \n\nSocial isolation (B)\nOvercrowding (C)\nFire hazards (D)\nPoor housing\, inadequate water supply\, and poor sanitation\, so good sanitation management is not a characteristic.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not an advantage of vertical growth of a city? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n High population density\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Upper floors can enjoy views of natural sceneries\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Considerable saving of land\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mobility\, water supply\, solid waste management are: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Institutional infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Economic infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Social infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Physical infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Physical infrastructure refers to the basic facilities and services necessary for the functioning of a city\, including: \n\nMobility (roads\, public transport)\nWater supply\nSolid waste management\nSewage systems\, electricity\, drainage\, etc.\nSocial infrastructure → schools\, hospitals\, community centers.\nEconomic infrastructure → markets\, banks\, industrial zones.\nInstitutional infrastructure → government offices\, administrative buildings.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Education\, health care and entertainment are called which type of infrastructure? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Social infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Physical infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Institutional infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Economic infrastructure\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Social infrastructure refers to facilities that improve the quality of life and human well-being\, such as: \n\nEducation → schools\, colleges\, universities\nHealthcare → hospitals\, clinics\nEntertainment & recreation → parks\, theaters\, sports facilities\n\nThis contrasts with physical infrastructure (roads\, water supply) and economic infrastructure (markets\, banks). \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following are the powers not given to local authorities\, to enforce zonal plans? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Approval of plans of the proposed structures\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Approval of designs of building by private owners\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Prohibiting the undesirable use of land\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Acquisition of privately owned lands\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Local authorities have powers to: \n\nApprove plans and designs of proposed buildings (A & B)\nRegulate land use and prohibit undesirable uses (D)\n\nBut acquisition of privately owned land is not their power; land acquisition is generally done by the state government under relevant laws. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Provisions for Heritage and Conservation areas will come under which among the following? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Special Area Planning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Comprehensive Mobility Plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Development Promotion Rules\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Utility Plan\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Special Area Planning focuses on areas requiring unique attention within a city\, such as: \n\nHeritage and conservation zones\nEco-sensitive areas\nFlood-prone or environmentally critical zones\n\nIt ensures preservation and regulated development in these areas. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! 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Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A ______ plan of a particular town or city shows various zones like residential zone\, public zone\, commercial zone\, industrial zone\, educational zone\, open and green spices\, water bodies\, railway\, etc. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Landuse\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Site\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Topographical\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Schematic\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Landuse Plan of a town/city shows the distribution of different zones\, such as: \n\nResidential\nCommercial\nIndustrial\nPublic/semi-public\nEducational\nOpen/green spaces\nWater bodies & transport networks\n\nIt’s a key part of urban development planning. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following data is not required for the preparation of a development plan of a town? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Environment of site\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Land use Pattern\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Name of private land owners\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Transport Facilities\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For preparing a Development Plan of a town\, planners need: \n\nEnvironment of site (A)\nTransport facilities (C)\nLand use pattern (D)\n\nBut the names of private landowners (B) are not relevant at the planning stage — only the land use and ownership categories matter\, not individual names. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Special Purpose Plan for special areas comes under: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Development Plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Specific and Investment Planning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Core Area planning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Regional plan\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Special Purpose Plan is prepared for special areas or specific objectives\, such as: \n\nIndustrial estates\nTourism zones\nHeritage zones\nInvestment regions\n\nThese plans fall under Specific and Investment Planning\, not the broader Development or Regional Plans. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Based on which way\, a park cannot be classified? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n According to purpose\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n According to character\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n According to climate\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n According to size\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parks are generally classified: \n\nAccording to size → e.g.\, neighborhood parks\, city parks\, regional parks.\nAccording to character → ornamental\, natural\, themed\, etc.\nAccording to purpose → recreational\, ecological\, cultural\, etc.\n\nBut they are not classified according to climate. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n _____ parks are primarily meant for the study of plant specimens. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Zoological\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Meteorological\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Climatic\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Botanical\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Botanical parks/gardens are primarily established for the study\, conservation\, and display of plant specimens — including rare\, medicinal\, or exotic species. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-57/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722 DTSTAMP:20260721T064530Z CREATED:20260721T064530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T064530Z UID:350-1784592000-1784678399@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following areas cannot be a part of regional planning? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Recreational Areas\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Agricultural Region\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Building Services\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Industrial Region\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Regional Planning deals with the allocation and development of large areas such as: Recreational areas\, Agricultural regions\, Industrial regions but building services — like water supply\, electricity\, sanitation within individual buildings — are part of urban/local planning\, not regional planning. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A narrow street or approach road with a dead-end is known as: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Cul-De-Sac Street\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Conurbation\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Green Belt\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Focal point\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Cul-de-sac is a narrow street or approach road that ends in a dead-end\, often with a turning space at the end. Common in residential layouts for reducing through traffic and increasing safety. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is prepared either for improvement of an old city or for a new town to be developed? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Foundation plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Floor plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Structure plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Development Plan\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Development Plan is prepared for: The improvement and redevelopment of an existing city\, or the planned growth of a new town. It lays out proposals for land use\, transport\, housing\, infrastructure\, open spaces\, and public amenities. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following planning includes proposals for the distribution of population and Industry\, transport facilities\, rural services\, etc.? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n International Planning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Planning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Regional Planning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Country Planning\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Regional Planning focuses on the balanced distribution of: \n\nPopulation & industries\nTransport facilities\nRural & urban services\n\nIt looks at development beyond a single city\, covering a region (which may include multiple towns\, rural areas\, and surrounding resources). \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not an aspect of zoning? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Use Zoning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Density Zoning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Service Zoning\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Height Zoning\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoning in urban planning generally covers: \n\nUse Zoning → residential\, commercial\, industrial\, etc.\nDensity Zoning → limits on population density or built-up area.\nHeight Zoning → restrictions on building heights.\n\nBut Service Zoning is not a recognized aspect of zoning. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-56/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721 DTSTAMP:20260720T060845Z CREATED:20260720T060845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T060845Z UID:348-1784505600-1784591999@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ is defined as a general plan for the future layout of a city showing both the existing and proposed streets or roads\, open spaces\, public buildings\, etc. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Conceptual Plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Development Plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Structural Plan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Estimated Plan\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Development Plan is a statutory document that serves as a general plan for the future layout of a city. It guides the planned growth and development of urban areas. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is not an importance of Neighborhood Planning? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Deteriorates the lifestyle of the residents\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Creates balanced population structure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Aims at welding various elements of social and cultural life of community\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Helps 1n developing community spirit\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Neighbourhood planning aims to improve residents' quality of life. Its core importance lies in creating self-contained\, socially balanced units that foster community spirit\, provide essential amenities\, and enhance livability. The option stating it "deteriorates the lifestyle" is incorrect and contrary to its fundamental purpose. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ is a planning region centered upon the National Capital Territory of Delhi in India. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Capital Region\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Notified Core Region\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Notified Capital Region\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n National Core Region\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The National Capital Region (NCR) is a designated planning region in India centered around Delhi. It includes adjoining districts from neighboring states (Haryana\, Uttar Pradesh\, and Rajasthan) to manage development\, infrastructure\, and growth in a coordinated manner. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The concept of Garden City was given by: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Louis Sullivan\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Le Corbusier\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Ebenezer Howard\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Laurie Baker\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sir Ebenezer Howard introduced the Garden City concept in his 1898 book "To-Morrow: A Peaceful Path to Real Reform." It was a utopian vision for self-contained\, green towns surrounded by agricultural belts\, designed to combine the benefits of city and country living. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In the zoning of a city\, party plot comes under: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Residential Zone\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Hazardous Zone\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Commercial Zone\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Industrial Zone\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A party plot is a facility for social gatherings and events. Zoning regulations typically classify such community-oriented amenities that serve local residents within the Residential Zone to ensure convenient access and maintain neighborhood character. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. Fill out the form to view your result. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your score is The average score is 0% \n 0%\n \n \n \n \n \n Restart quiz URL:https://quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in/quiz/architecture-daily-quiz-55/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260718T093331Z CREATED:20260718T093331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T093331Z UID:346-1784332800-1784419199@quiz.gatearchitecture.co.in SUMMARY:Architecture Daily Quiz- Attempt Now DESCRIPTION:/5\n \n \n \n 0\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n GATE Architecture & Govt. Jobs \n Prepare for GATE Architecture & Planning (AR) 2027-28 with free online quizzes and mock tests by KP GATE Classes. Practice Architecture MCQs\, PYQs\, Planning\, Structures\, Building Materials\, and Government Architecture Exam questions with instant answers and real exam-level practice. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When the height above floor level exceeds about 1.50m a temporary structure\, usually of timber\, is erected close to the work to provide a safe working platform for the workers and to provide a limited space for the storage of plant and building materials. The temporary framework is called______ \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Shoring\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Caissons\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Scaffolding\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Underpinning\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scaffolding is a temporary framework erected alongside a building to provide a safe working platform for workers at height and a place to store tools and materials. It is essential for construction\, maintenance\, and repair work. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Le Corbusier conceived the master plan of Chandigarh as analogous to ______ \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Elephant structure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Butterfly shape\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Tree structure\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Human body\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Le Corbusier analogized Chandigarh’s plan to a human body. The Capitol Complex (head)\, city center (heart)\, parklands (lungs)\, network of roads (circulatory system)\, and industrial areas (limbs) each represent a biological function\, creating an organized\, organic city structure. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ______ planning includes planning of the territory lying within easy reach such as 15-50 km and containing number of villages and townships. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n International\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Country\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Regional\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Local\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Regional planning deals with a specific territory or region\, such as a metropolitan area or a group of villages and towns. It coordinates development\, infrastructure\, and resources across multiple local jurisdictions within this larger\, interconnected area\, typically spanning dozens of kilometers. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Which of the following is an example of ancient town planning ? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Chandigarh\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Lavasa\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Harappa\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n GIFT city\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Harappa is a major urban center of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization (c. 3300–1300 BCE). It is renowned for its advanced and meticulously planned layout\, which included a gridiron street system\, sophisticated drainage\, and organized residential blocks\, making it a prime example of ancient town planning. The other options are modern planned developments. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In which of the following street systems\, the plan resembles to a microscope slide and is entirely unplanned with all irregularities? \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n Rectangular Street System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Concentric Street System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Rectangular combined with Radial Street System\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n Organic Street System\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n An organic street system develops naturally over time without a formal\, geometric plan. It features irregular\, winding lanes that follow historical paths\, topography\, or property lines\, resulting in the unplanned\, microscope slide-like pattern described. This contrasts with the ordered layouts of rectangular\, radial\, or concentric systems. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Congratulations! You’ve completed the test. 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