Assertion (A): Stack effect improves indoor air quality. Reason (R): Warm air rises and exits through upper vents, drawing in cooler air.

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• A is true but R is false
• A is false but R is true

Answer explanation

Stack effect enables passive cooling by air movement through temperature difference.

Assertion (A): Grouping of rooms improves privacy and utility. Reason (R): Grouping places the kitchen near the bathroom for easy access.

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• A is true but R is false
• A is false but R is true

Answer explanation

Grouping enhances function but kitchen near bathroom is not hygienic.

Assertion (A): Vertical circulation allows access to upper floors. Reason (R): It is provided by ramps, stairs, and elevators.

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• A is true but R is false
• A is false but R is true

Answer explanation

Vertical circulation includes stairs, ramps, and elevators for movement between floors.

Assertion (A): Fire escape staircases are mandatory in high-rise buildings. Reason (R): High-rise buildings have more than four floors or are 16 m high.

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• A is true but R is false
• A is false but R is true

Answer explanation

High-rise buildings per KMBR must have 2 staircases including fire escape.

Assertion (A): The key map must indicate the north direction and landmarks. Reason (R): It is submitted along with the building permit to identify the site location.

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• A is true but R is false
• A is false but R is true

Answer explanation

Key maps help locate the site accurately with orientation and references.

What is the minimum clear width of access required for a multiple occupancy two-storey building?

• 1.2 m
• 2.0 m
• 3.6 m
• 5.0 m

Answer explanation

As per KMBR, two-storey multiple occupancy buildings need 3.6 m clear access.

Minimum vertical clearance from a high voltage line (up to 33 kV) to a building is:

• 2.5 m
• 3.0 m
• 3.7 m
• 4.0 m

Answer explanation

The minimum vertical clearance for up to 33kV lines is 3.7 m.

What is the recommended aspect for a kitchen?

• West
• East
• North
• South

Answer explanation

Kitchen should face east to get morning sun for sanitation and cooling.

Minimum height of a bathroom or latrine in residential buildings is:

• 2.0 m
• 2.1 m
• 2.2 m
• 2.4 m

Answer explanation

As per building norms, the height of bathrooms/latrines must be at least 2.1 m.

In public buildings, vertical circulation area should be at least what percent of floor area?

• 4%
• 6%
• 8%
• 10%

Answer explanation

Vertical circulation must be ≥ 4% of the floor area in public buildings.