OVERSEER GR II / DRAFTSMAN GR II – LSGD

PROVISIONAL ANSWER KEY
Question Paper Code: 72/2016/OL
Category Code: 252/2014
Exam: Overseer Grade II/Draftsman Gr II
Medium of Question: English
Date of Test 26-09-2016
Alphacode A
Question1:-‘Naothanathinte Surya Thejas’ is the biography of
A:-Pambadi John Joseph
B:-Mannathu Padmanabhan
C:-K.P. Karuppan
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question2:-Which state becomes the first state to make voting compulsory in Local bodies ?
A:-Maharashtra
B:-Rajasthan
C:-Uttarpradesh
D:-Gujarat
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question3:-“Two Leaves and a Bud” is the work of
A:-R.K. Narayanan
B:-R.K. Lakshmanan
C:-Mulk Raj Anand
D:-Raja Rao
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question4:-The Jawahar Rozgar Yojana was launched at the end of which five year plan ?
A:-`7^(th)`
B:-`8^(th)`
C:-`9^(th)`
D:-`10^(th)`
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question5:-The first lady writer who got Njanapita Award ?
A:-Amritha Preetham
B:-Ashapoornadevi
C:-Meerakumar
D:-Madhavikutty
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question6:-Second female Governor of Kerala
A:-Ramdulari Sinha
B:-Jyothi Venkidachalam
C:-Sheela Deeshit
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question7:-The ruler who abolished ‘Pulappedi’ in venad
A:-Kottayam Kerala Varmma
B:-Rani Lakshmi Bai
C:-Ayilyam Thirunal
D:-Swathi Thirunal
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question8:-Which Article of Indian Constitution related to the joint sitting of both houses of Parliament ?
A:-Article 106
B:-Article 108
C:-Article 115
D:-Article 98
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question9:-The `100^(th)` – constitutional amendment of Indian constitution deals about
A:-India Bangladesh land boundary agreement
B:-Formation of national judicial appointment commission
C:-Give reservation to SC, ST in unaided educational institutions
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question10:-Which Article of Indian Constitution deals about right to information is a fundamental rights of Indian citizen ?
A:-Article 17
B:-Article 14
C:-Article 19 (1) A
D:-Article 19 (2)
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question11:-‘Advaitha Chintha Padhadhi’ is the literary work of
A:-Sree Narayanaguru
B:-Chattambi Swamikal
C:-Brahmananda Sivayogi
D:-Pandit K.P. Karuppan
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question12:-What is the maximum age fixed by the food Security Act for providing nutritional entitlements to children of
school going age ?
A:-14
B:-15
C:-13
D:-16
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question13:-‘Ente Jeevitha Samarangal’ is the auto biography of
A:-C. Kesavan
B:-P.K. Chathanmaster
C:-Mannathu Padmanabhan
D:-T.K. Madhavan
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question14:-Irachikandam moideen is an important character in the novel
A:-Oru Theruvinte Kadha
B:-Oru Desathinte Kadha
C:-Khasakinte Itihasam
D:-Daivathinte Vikrithikal
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question15:-The Paliam Satyagraham was inaugurated by
A:-K. Kelappan
B:-T.K. Madhavan
C:-C. Kesavan
D:-Mannathu Padmanabhan
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question16:-National Employment Guarantee Scheme inaugurated at
A:-Bundlapalli
B:-Ramachandrapuram
C:-Pune
D:-Rangpur
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question17:-Who is regarded as John of Arch of Kerala ?
A:-A.V. Kuttimalu Amma
B:-Annachandi
C:-Akkamma Cheriyan
D:-Parvathi Nenmenimangalam
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question18:-The Indian flag accepted by Indian Constitutional Assembly on
A:-1950 January 26
B:-1950 January 24
C:-1950 January 25
D:-1947 July 22
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question19:-The Christian missionaries works in Malabar area
A:-LMS
B:-BEM
C:-TMS
D:-CMS
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question20:-The headquarter of Kerala Sahitya Accadami transfer red from Thiruvananthapuram to Thrissur in
A:-1956
B:-1957
C:-1958
D:-1961
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question21:-The instrument belongs to a class of reflecting instrument is
A:-Line Ranger
B:-Box sextant
C:-Prismatic compass
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question22:-When 1 cm on a map represents 100 M on the ground, the representative fraction of the scale is
A:-1/10
B:-1/100
C:-1/1000
D:-1/10000
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question23:-The BM establish by the survey of India is known as the
A:-GTS bench mark
B:-Arbitrary bench mark
C:-Permanent bench mark
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question24:-The line joining points of equal elevation is known as
A:-Contour line
B:-Horizontal
C:-Vertical line
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question25:-Planning of the part of building with respect to the sun, wind direction and topography of locally is called
A:-Bye law
B:-Orientation
C:-Planning
D:-Section
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question26:-The method of surveying in which field work and plotting work are done simultaneously, is called
A:-Plane table surveying
B:-Chain surveying
C:-Leveling
D:-Compass surveying
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question27:-How many % is added for contingencies in abstract of estimated cost ?
A:-2 – 3 %
B:-7 – 8 %
C:-5 – 6 %
D:-3 – 5 %
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question28:-The brick work is not measured in CUBIC METER in case of
A:-Reinforced brick work
B:-Brick work in arch
C:-One of more than brick wall
D:-Half brick work
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question29:-Granites is an example of
A:-Argillaceous rock
B:-Calcareous rock
C:-Both 1 and 2
D:-Siliceous rock
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question30:-Example of an arch dam in India
A:-Krishna Sagar
B:-Idukki
C:-Bhakra
D:-Mullaperiyar
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question31:-Which is the process of killing bacteria from water ?
A:-Disinfection
B:-Sedimentation
C:-Filtration
D:-Coagulation
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question32:-The colour of brick depends upon the amount of
A:-Alumina
B:-Silica
C:-Iron oxide
D:-Alkalies
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question33:-In a good brick clay the percentage of alumina should vary from
A:-20 to 30 %
B:-50 to 65 %
C:-15 to 25 %
D:-20 to 40 %
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question34:-In the analysis of rates, contractor’s profit is generally taken as
A:-5 %
B:-20 %
C:-15 %
D:-10 %
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question35:-In a whole circle bearing system corresponds to N 54°15’ W
A:-305°45’
B:-414°15’
C:-125°45’
D:-144°15’
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question36:-The first watering before sowing the crop
A:-Paleo
B:-Run off
C:-Precipitation
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question37:-Represents the irrigating capacity of a unit of water
A:-Delta
B:-Duty
C:-Catchment Area
D:-Commanded Area
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question38:-The relation between depth of water and duty is
A:-Δ = B/D
B:-Δ = B×D
C:-Δ = 8.64 D/B
D:-Δ = 8.64 B/D
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question39:-Size of B0 drawing board
A:-1000 mm × 700 mm
B:-1500 mm × 1000 mm
C:-700 mm × 500 mm
D:-500 mm × 350 mm
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question40:-The size of field book is
A:-20 × 12 cm
B:-12 × 20 cm
C:-25 × 20 cm
D:-20 × 25 cm
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question41:-Water absorption by a first class brick in 24 hours immersed in water should not exceed
A:-10 %
B:-20 %
C:-15 %
D:-5 %
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question42:-Recommended slumps of normal RCC work
A:-80 to 150 mm
B:-40 to 50 mm
C:-20 to 40 mm
D:-10 to 25 mm
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question43:-Curing period of ordinary port land cement
A:-5 to 6 days
B:-7 to 14 days
C:-15 to 20 days
D:-22 days
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question44:-The innermost central portion of the tree is called
A:-Heart wood
B:-Annual rings
C:-Inner bark
D:-Pith
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question45:-In light weight concrete, the concrete having bulk density between
A:-5 to 18 KN/m3
B:-5 to 25 KN/m3
C:-5 to 35 KN/m3
D:-5 to 14 KN/m3
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question46:-Which type of lime in used for white washing ?
A:-Quick lime
B:-Fat lime
C:-Hydraulic lime
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question47:-In the construction of an arches the wedge shaped bricks are used known as
A:-Bullnose
B:-Cow nose
C:-Voussoirs
D:-Conic bridge
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question48:-According to Rankin’s formula minimum depth of foundation
A:-P/W [1 – Sin `phi` /1 + Sin `phi“]^(2)`
B:-P/W [1 + Sin `phi` /1 Sin `phi“]^(2)`
C:-Both 1 and 2
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question49:-Screws for wood work is specified by it’s
A:-Weight
B:-Shape
C:-Diameter
D:-Length
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question50:-The liquid waste from kitchens, bathrooms, and wash basins etc.
A:-Sludge
B:-Sullage
C:-Refuse
D:-Garbage
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question51:-The projection of tread beyond the riser is called
A:-Rise
B:-Riser
C:-Going
D:-Nosing
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question52:-The length of revenue chain
A:-33 feet
B:-33 metre
C:-66 feet
D:-66 metre
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question53:-The removal of any liquid by a system constructed for the purpose is
A:-Sewer
B:-Sewerage
C:-Drain
D:-Drainage
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question54:-The size of the letter is described its
A:-Height
B:-Breadth
C:-Length
D:-Shape
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question55:-A culvert with the total length less than 1 m is called
A:-Culvert
B:-Afflux
C:-Water way
D:-Vent way
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question56:-Hearting is the portion of a
A:-Bricks cut across the width
B:-Wall not exposed to weather
C:-Wall between facing and backing
D:-Covering placed on the exposed of an external wall
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question57:-The device to preserve the water seal in a trap by providing ventilation
A:-Self syphonage
B:-Ventilation pipe
C:-Back syphonage
D:-Anti-syphonage pipe
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question58:-The fittings used for wash hand basin
A:-Ablution fittings
B:-Soil fittings
C:-Both 1 and 2
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question59:-The volume of one bag of cement weighing 50 kg is
A:-0.345 `m^(3)`
B:-0.0345 `m^(3)`
C:-0.00345 `m^(3)`
D:-3.45 `m^(3)`
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question60:-The horizontal angle between true meridian and magnetic meridian
A:-Declination
B:-Local attraction
C:-Dip
D:-Bearing
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question61:-The Portion of a road used by vehicle traffic is called
A:-Foot path
B:-Camber
C:-Kerb
D:-Carriage way
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question62:-When the cost of estimate is exceeds by 10 % or more, required to be prepared ?
A:-Supplementary estimate
B:-Preliminary estimate
C:-Detailed estimate
D:-Revised estimate
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question63:-The path traced by the projectile is called
A:-Horizontal Range
B:-Trajectory
C:-Angle of projection
D:-Perspective projection
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question64:-The vertical member of shutter of doors and windows are called
A:-Styles
B:-Posts
C:-Upright
D:-Rails
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question65:-Minimum crushing strength of first class bricks
A:-70 Kg/`Cm^(2)`
B:-75 Kg/`Cm^(2)`
C:-105 Kg/`Cm^(2)`
D:-120 Kg/`Cm^(2)`
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question66:-The weight of 8 mm bar is
A:-0.89 Kg/m
B:-0.25 Kg/m
C:-0.39 Kg/m
D:-0.49 Kg/m
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question67:-The time elapsed from the first watering at time of sowing the crop to the last watering when the crops mature
A:-Base period
B:-Crop period
C:-Duty
D:-Delta
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question68:-Commonly used bond for the construction of brick wall
A:-Flemish Bond
B:-Monk Bond
C:-Diagonal Bond
D:-English Bond
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question69:-Which type of trap is used for water closet ?
A:-Q-Trap
B:-Strap
C:-P Trap
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question70:-The width of broad gauge railway line is
A:-1.5 m
B:-1.676 m
C:-1 m
D:-1.25 m
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question71:-The scale of chord is used to measure
A:-Area
B:-Length
C:-Diameter
D:-Angle
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question72:-Total weight of 25 bags of cement is
A:-1000 Kg
B:-1440 Kg
C:-1250 Kg
D:-50 Kg
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question73:-The constant vertical distance between two consecutive contour is
A:-Contour interval
B:-Horizontal equivalent
C:-Contour line
D:-Contour equivalent
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question74:-Duty is measured is
A:-Hectare/Cum/Minutes
B:-Hectare/Cum/Second
C:-Area/Second/Hrs.
D:-Area/Cum/Hrs.
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question75:-Which one is used for measuring more than two units ?
A:-Diagonal Scale
B:-Vernier Scale
C:-Plane Scale
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question76:-Removal of form work of slabs (Prop left under)
A:-2 days
B:-3 days
C:-4 days
D:-5 days
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question77:-The distance between the time of action of the resultant compression and the time of action of resultant
tension
A:-Lever arm
B:-Moment resistance
C:-Moment of inertia
D:-Fulcrum
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question78:-The distance between the surface bars and surface of concrete
A:-Form work
B:-Cover
C:-Both 1 and 2
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question79:-The pipes should provide at inlets and outlets of the septic tank
A:-U-Pipes
B:-V-Pipes
C:-T-Pipes
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question80:-Which type of joint is used in frame of door and windows ?
A:-Dovetail joint
B:-Butt joint
C:-Lap joint
D:-Mortise and tenon joints
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question81:-A continuous group of step is called
A:-Staircase
B:-Landing
C:-Flight
D:-Stair Way
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question82:-The least value of leveling staff is
A:-0.5 m
B:-0.05 m
C:-0.005 m
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question83:-Method used for chaining on slopping ground
A:-Rise and fall method
B:-By hypotensual allowance method
C:-By stepping method
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question84:-The is inner molecular attraction between molecules of the same liquid is
A:-Viscosity
B:-Cohesion
C:-Surface tension
D:-Adhesion
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question85:-The lower most part of a structure that transmit the load to the soil is called
A:-Basement
B:-Plinth
C:-Foundation
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question86:-The specific gravity of kerosene is
A:-0.78
B:-0.75
C:-0.65
D:-0.82
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question87:-The bond consists of alternate header sand stretchers of in each course
A:-English bond
B:-Flemish bond
C:-Diagonal bond
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question88:-Full form of D.P.C.
A:-Depth Plinth Course
B:-Deep Protection Course
C:-Damp Proof Course
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question89:-Number of links in a 20 m chain is
A:-150
B:-66
C:-100
D:-120
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question90:-If the bearing of OA = 32°, bearing of OB = 112°, then angle AOB =
A:-132°
B:-80°
C:-90°
D:-150°
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question91:-The process of distribution of water is called
A:-Distribution
B:-Regulation
C:-Canal Flow
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question92:-The unit of power is SI units is
A:-Hoursepower
B:-Joule
C:-Watt
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question93:-The rate of change of velocity is
A:-Speed
B:-Density
C:-Acceleration
D:-Volume
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question94:-Force / Area =
A:-Elasticity
B:-Strain
C:-Stress
D:-Volume
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question95:-80° C =
A:-180° F
B:-170° F
C:-176° F
D:-167° F
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question96:-The unit less factor is
A:-Stress
B:-Strain
C:-Both 1 and 2
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question97:-The preliminary inspection of are to be surveyed is known as
A:-Chain Survey
B:-Preliminary Survey
C:-Reconnaissance Survey
D:-Location Survey
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question98:-Planimeter is used for measuring
A:-Length
B:-Volume
C:-Area
D:-Breadth
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question99:-At Poles, the amount of magnetic dip is
A:-0°
B:-90°
C:-180°
D:-360°
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question100:-The ingredient which controls the setting time of cement
A:-Alumina
B:-Silica
C:-Gypsum
D:-Lime
Correct Answer:- Option-C