Latest East Coast Railway GDCE Junior Engineer Exam Question (Objective Questions), MCQ in English
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Question Bank East Coast Railway GDCE (Junior Engineer) Exam - English
Kurukshetra a journal on rural development is published by
A
Ministry of Financeย
B
Ministry of Information and Broadcastin
C
Ministry of Rural Development
D
Planning Commission
Question 3Single Answer
Devaluation of a currency means
A
Fixing the value of the currency in conjuction with the movement in the value of a basket of predetermined currencies
B
Reduction in the value of a currency vis-à-vis major internationally traded currencies
C
Fixing the value of currency in multilateral consultaion with the IMF the World Bank and major trading partners
D
Permitting the currency to seek its worth in the international market
Question 4Single Answer
"Who said, 'India was a parrot unto itself'?
A
Malik Muhammad Joyce
B
Raskhan
C
Rich Khusrow
D
Rich Hasan
Question 5Single Answer
Which is the national game of Bhutan ?
A
badminton
B
basketball
C
football
D
archery
Question 6Single Answer
When was the Constituent Assembly of India formed?
A
1946
B
1947
C
1948
D
1950
Question 7Single Answer
Who is known as the "Father of the Indian Renaissance" ?
A
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
B
Swami Vivekananda
C
Rabindranath Tagore
D
Mahatma Gandhi
Question 8Single Answer
Who is known as the "Missile Man of India"?
A
Dr. Homi J. Bhabha
B
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
C
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
D
Dr. Satish Dhawan
Question 9Single Answer
Which day is observed on 1 October every year as declared by the United Nations?
A
World Teachersโ Day
B
International Day of Non-Violence
C
World Food Day
D
International Day of Older Persons
Question 10Single Answer
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) completed 100 years of its establishment on which date in 2026?
A
26 January 2026
B
1 October 2026
C
15 August 2026
D
26 November 2026
Question 11Single Answer
The Union Cabinet raised the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of wheat for the 2027-28 Rabi season by how much?
A
โน25 per quintal
B
โน15 per quintal
C
โน50 per quintal
D
โน75 per quintal
Question 12Single Answer
The Cabinet approved an Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) for Delhi at an approximate cost of:
A
โน790 crore
B
โน2,790 crore
C
โน1,790 crore
D
โน3,790 crore
Question 13Single Answer
Which initiative was launched under Swachh Bharat MissionโUrban 2.0 to develop 50 model cities?
A
PRAGATI-50
B
Smart City Mission
C
AMRUT 2.0
D
Clean India Mission
Question 14Single Answer
The Indian Navy plans to induct how many warships in 2026 according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh?
A
10
B
12
C
18
D
15
Question 15Single Answer
The Central Government banned which highly toxic herbicide citing risks to human and animal life?
A
Glyphosate
B
2,4-D
C
Atrazine
D
Paraquat Dichloride
Physics & Chemistry
Question 16Single Answer
Temperature can be expressed as derived quantity in terms of
A
length and mass
B
mass and time
C
length, mass and time
D
None of these
Question 17Single Answer
Electron volt is a unit of
A
potential difference
B
charge
C
energy
D
capacity
Question 18Single Answer
Dimensions of impulse are
A
[MLT โ1]
B
[MLTยฒ]
C
[MTโ2]
D
[MLโ1Tโ3]
Question 19Single Answer
Potential is measured in
A
joule/coulomb
B
watt/coulomb
C
newtonโsecond
D
None of these
Question 20Single Answer
One Nanometer is equal to
A
10โ9m
B
10โ6m
C
10โ10m
D
10โ3m
Question 21Single Answer
Maxwell is the unit of
A
magnetic susceptibility
B
intensity of Magnetisation
C
magnetic Flux
D
magnetic Permeability
Question 22Single Answer
Which of the following is derived physical quantity ?
A
Mass
B
Velocity
C
Length
D
Time
Question 23Single Answer
What are the units of magnetic permeability ?
A
Wb Aโ1 mโ1
B
Wbโ1 Am
C
Wb A mโ1
D
Wb Aโ1 m
Question 24Single Answer
Which of the following is not a synthetic fibre:
A
Anygora
B
Rayon
C
Nylon
D
Polyster
Question 25Single Answer
Which one of the following is not contained in Portland cement ?
A
Ca3Al2O6
B
Ca3SiO5
C
Ca2SiยญO4
D
Ca3(PO4)2
Question 26Single Answer
What is the reson for white cement to be white ?
A
It does not contain carbon
B
It does not contain silicon
C
It does not contain iron
D
It does not contain calcium
Question 27Single Answer
Which fertilizer is assimilated directly by the plant ?
A
Super phosphate
B
Nitrolim
C
Muriate of Potash
D
Humus
Question 28Single Answer
Which of the following chemicals is used in foam fire extinguishers ?
A
Aluminium sulphate
B
Copper sulphate
C
Cobalt sulphate
D
Nickel sulphateย
Question 29Single Answer
What is a mixture of potassium nitrate, powdered charcoal and sulphur called ?
A
Glass
B
Cement
C
paint
D
Gun powder
Question 30Single Answer
Which one of the following chemicals is used in beauty parlours for hair โ setting ?
A
Sulphur based
B
Phosphorus based
C
Silicon based
D
Iron basedย
Basics of Computers and applications
Question 31Single Answer
Which Windows interface element typically appears to display information, a warning, an error message, or a request for confirmation?
A
Window
B
Pop-up menu
C
Message box
D
Taskbar
Question 32Single Answer
What is active desktop ?
A
a term that is synonymous with viewing your desktop as web page
B
a feature to customize your desktop to display informating you can update from the internet
C
both a and b above mentioned
D
A software
E
None of these
Question 33Single Answer
What is meant by an active window?
A
A window that is minimized
B
The window currently receiving user input
C
Any window currently open
D
The window opened first
Question 34Single Answer
What was America Online (AOL) primarily known for during the early popularization of consumer Internet access?
A
An online service providing Internet access and proprietary online content
B
A computer operating system
C
A spreadsheet application
D
A database management system
Question 35Single Answer
An application is
A
word processing, accounting and engineering programs are example of application programs
B
computer program designed to enable users to perform specific job functions
C
Both a and b above mentioned
D
a document
E
None of these
Question 36Single Answer
Which of the following programs enables you to calculate numbers related to rows and columns?
A
Window program
B
Spreadsheet program
C
Graphics program
D
Word program
E
None of these
Question 37Single Answer
The term Briefcase is used for
A
a special folder on the windows desktop used to keep documents up to date when shared between computers
B
a window that us currently open
C
A folder which keeps deleted, files for a while and can be retrieved from it
D
All of the above
E
None of these
Question 38Single Answer
In a graphical user interface, what is a button primarily used for?
A
Executing a command or initiating an action
B
Permanently storing data
C
Displaying the computer's IP address
D
Formatting a disk automatically
Question 39Single Answer
A channel (in windows terminology) is
A
a widely used online service that offers access to the internet
B
a specialized web site designed to work with the windows 98 subscribing feature to automatically download information from the internet and store it on your computer for later viewing
C
an area on the computer memory where text or graphics can be temporarily stored
D
All of the above
E
None of these
Question 40Single Answer
What does a checked checkbox generally indicate in a graphical user interface?
A
The associated option is enabled or selected
B
The application has closed
C
The file has been deleted
D
The computer is offline
Basics of Environment and pollution Control
Question 41Single Answer
Which of the following defines an ecosystem?
A
A group of similar organisms
B
The interaction between living organisms and their physical environment
C
A community of plants
D
A population of animals
Question 42Single Answer
What is biodiversity?
A
The number of individuals in a population
B
The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem
C
The amount of rainfall in a region
D
The average temperature of an area
Question 43Single Answer
Which of the following is an abiotic factor?
A
Bacteria
B
Plants
C
Sunlight
D
Animals
Question 44Single Answer
Which of the following is a biotic factor?
A
Water
B
Soil
C
Fungi
D
Air
Question 45Single Answer
What is sustainable use of natural resources?
A
Using resources without considering future needs
B
Using resources in a way that meets current needs without compromising future availability
C
Exploiting resources for maximum profit
D
Ignoring resource depletion
Question 46Single Answer
Which of the following is an example of a natural resource?
A
Plastic
B
Steel
C
Coal
D
Synthetic fibers
Question 47Single Answer
What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?
A
To produce food
B
To consume living organisms
C
To break down dead organic matter
D
To provide shelter
Question 48Single Answer
Which level of the food chain do plants occupy?
A
Primary consumers
B
Secondary consumers
C
Producers
D
Decomposers
Question 49Single Answer
What is the significance of biodiversity?
A
It increases vulnerability to diseases
B
It provides ecosystem stability and resilience
C
It reduces the number of natural resources
D
It has no impact on the environment
Question 50Single Answer
What is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems?
A
Chemical energy
B
Geothermal energy
C
Solar energy
D
Nuclear energy
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Technical ability
Question 51Single Answer
Which compound in Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is primarily responsible for early strength development?
A
Dicalcium silicate (CโS)
B
Tricalcium silicate (CโS)
C
Tricalcium aluminate (Cโ
Question 52Single Answer
Which compound in cement contributes mainly to long-term strength?
A
CโS
B
CโAF
C
CโA
D
Gypsum
Question 53Single Answer
Gypsum is added to cement primarily to?
A
Increase strength
B
Reduce heat of hydration
C
Control the setting time
D
Improve color
Question 54Single Answer
What is the primary objective of preparing an estimate for a civil engineering project?
A
To assess the probable cost before execution
B
To determine the colour scheme of the structure
C
To appoint contractors directly
D
To prepare audit reports only
Question 55Single Answer
Which type of estimate is prepared to obtain administrative approval for a project?
A
Approximate Estimate
B
Revised Estimate
C
Supplementary Estimate
D
Final Estimate
Question 56Single Answer
A detailed estimate is prepared mainly for?
A
Preliminary discussion only
B
Technical sanction and execution of work
C
Newspaper publication
D
Property valuation only
Question 57Single Answer
Rocks formed by the cooling and solidification of molten magma are classified as?
A
Sedimentary rocks
B
Residual rocks
C
Metamorphic rocks
D
Igneous rocks
Question 58Single Answer
Which of the following is an example of an igneous rock?
A
Sandstone
B
Granite
C
Limestone
D
Slate
Question 59Single Answer
Rocks formed by deposition and subsequent consolidation of sediments are called?
A
Igneous rocks
B
Plutonic rocks
C
Metamorphic rocks
D
Sedimentary rocks
Question 60Single Answer
Which of the following is a sedimentary rock?
A
Granite
B
Basalt
C
Marble
D
Sandstone
Question 61Single Answer
In English bond, the courses of bricks consist of?
A
Only headers
B
Alternate courses of headers and stretchers
C
Only stretchers
D
Headers and stretchers in every course
Question 62Single Answer
Which brick bond is generally considered stronger than Flemish bond for load-bearing walls?
A
Rat-trap bond
B
English bond
C
Garden-wall bond
D
Stack bond
Question 63Single Answer
In Flemish bond, each course consists of?
A
Alternate headers and stretchers
B
Only stretchers
C
Only headers
D
Two rows of headers
Question 64Single Answer
Which bond generally provides better appearance than English bond?
A
Stretcher bond
B
English bond
C
Header bond
D
Flemish bond
Question 65Single Answer
The fundamental principle of surveying is to work from?
A
Random to systematic
B
Part to whole
C
Small to large
D
Whole to part
Question 66Single Answer
The primary purpose of linear measurement in surveying is to determine?
A
Contour intervals only
B
Magnetic declination only
C
Elevations only
D
Horizontal distances between points
Question 67Single Answer
A standard chain used in metric surveying commonly has a length of?
A
20 m or 30 m
B
10 m only
C
50 m only
D
100 m only
Question 68Single Answer
A 20 m metric chain contains how many links if each link is 20 cm long?
A
20
B
100
C
50
D
200
Question 69Single Answer
The primary purpose of highway classification is to?
A
Determine soil bearing capacity
B
Categorize roads according to their function and importance
C
Calculate bridge reinforcement only
D
Determine traffic signal timings only
Question 70Single Answer
Which organization is primarily responsible for preparing standards and guidelines for roads and highways in India?
A
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) only
B
Indian Roads Congress (IRC)
C
Reserve Bank of India
D
Geological Survey of India
Question 71Single Answer
National Highways primarily serve the purpose of?
A
Serving only agricultural fields
B
Providing access only within villages
C
Connecting major cities, state capitals, ports and important centres
D
Connecting individual houses
Question 72Single Answer
State Highways generally connect?
A
Only two villages
B
State capitals with important cities, district headquarters and other important places within the state
C
Individual buildings
D
Only industrial plots
Question 73Single Answer
A force is completely specified by its:
A
Magnitude only
B
Direction only
C
Magnitude, direction and point of application
D
Point of application only
Question 74Single Answer
The SI unit of force is:
A
Newton
B
Joule
C
Pascal
D
Watt
Question 75Single Answer
The process of splitting a force into two or more components is known as:
A
Resolution of forces
B
Composition of forces
C
Equilibrium
D
Transmission of force
Question 76Single Answer
If a force F makes an angle ฮธ with the horizontal, its horizontal component is:
A
F cos ฮธ
B
F sin ฮธ
C
F tan ฮธ
D
F cot ฮธ
Question 77Single Answer
If a force F makes an angle ฮธ with the horizontal, its vertical component is:
A
F cot ฮธ
B
F cos ฮธ
C
F sec ฮธ
D
F sin ฮธ
Question 78Single Answer
The moment of a force about a point is equal to:
A
Force รท perpendicular distance
B
Force ร perpendicular distance
C
Force + perpendicular distance
D
Forceยฒ ร distance
Question 79Single Answer
The SI unit of moment of force is:
A
N/m
B
N/mยฒ
C
Nยทm
D
kg/m
Question 80Single Answer
A force system in which all forces lie in one plane is called a:
A
Non-coplanar force system
B
Coplanar force system
C
Spatial force system
D
Parallel moment system
Question 81Single Answer
Two equal and opposite parallel forces separated by a distance constitute a:
A
Couple
B
Resultant
C
Concurrent system
D
Polygon of forces
Question 82Single Answer
The resultant force of a couple is:
A
Maximum
B
Minimum
C
Zero
D
Infinite
Question 83Single Answer
The moment of a couple is equal to:
A
Difference of forces ร distance
B
Sum of forces ร distance
C
One force ร arm of couple
D
Force รท distance
Question 84Single Answer
Forces whose lines of action meet at a common point are called:
A
Parallel forces
B
Unlike forces
C
Non-coplanar forces
D
Concurrent forces
Question 85Single Answer
The principle of transmissibility of force is applicable to:
A
Gases only
B
Fluids only
C
Rigid bodies
D
Elastic strings only
Question 86Single Answer
Lami's theorem is applicable to a body in equilibrium under:
A
Two forces
B
Four parallel forces
C
Three concurrent forces
D
Any number of forces
Question 87Single Answer
According to Lami's theorem, each force is proportional to the:
A
Cosine of its own angle
B
Sine of angle between the other two forces
C
Tangent of its own angle
D
Square of the opposite angle
Question 88Single Answer
For equilibrium of a coplanar concurrent force system:
A
ฮฃFx = 0 only
B
ฮฃFx = 0 and ฮฃFy = 0
C
ฮฃFy = 0 only
D
ฮฃM = โ
Question 89Single Answer
For complete equilibrium of a coplanar non-concurrent force system:
A
ฮฃFx = 0
B
ฮฃFy = 0
C
All of the above
D
ฮฃM = 0
Question 90Single Answer
The algebraic sum of moments of all forces about any point is zero when the body is in:
A
Rotation
B
Translation
C
Equilibrium
D
Acceleration
Question 91Single Answer
Varignon's theorem is also known as the:
A
Principle of moments
B
Principle of friction
C
Law of machines
D
Law of inertia
Question 92Single Answer
According to Varignon's theorem, the moment of a resultant about a point equals the:
A
Algebraic sum of moments of components
B
Product of moments of components
C
Difference of forces
D
Sum of distances
Question 93Single Answer
Friction acts:
A
In the direction of motion
B
Vertically upward only
C
Opposite to impending or actual relative motion
D
Normal to the surface
Question 94Single Answer
Limiting friction is the frictional force acting when a body is:
A
Moving with high velocity
B
At the center of gravity
C
Just about to move
D
Freely falling
Question 95Single Answer
The ratio of limiting friction to normal reaction is called:
A
Coefficient of friction
B
Mechanical advantage
C
Velocity ratio
D
Efficiency
Question 96Single Answer
The coefficient of friction ฮผ is equal to:
A
tan ฯ
B
sin ฯ
C
cos ฯ
D
cot ฯ
Question 97Single Answer
The angle ฯ whose tangent is equal to the coefficient of friction is called the:
A
Angle of friction
B
Angle of projection
C
Angle of deviation
D
Angle of repose only
Question 98Single Answer
The angle of repose is equal to the:
A
Complement of angle of friction
B
Angle of friction
C
Half of angle of friction
D
Twice the angle of friction
Question 99Single Answer
Static friction is generally:
A
Less than kinetic friction at the limiting condition
B
Always zero
C
Greater than kinetic friction at the limiting condition
D
Independent of normal reaction
Question 100Single Answer
The frictional force between two dry surfaces depends primarily on:
A
Apparent area of contact
B
Volume of bodies
C
Normal reaction
D
Atmospheric pressure only
Question 101Single Answer
The centroid of a triangle lies at the intersection of its:
A
Medians
B
Perpendicular bisectors
C
Altitudes
D
Angle bisectors only
Question 102Single Answer
The centroid of a triangle is situated at a distance from its base equal to:
A
h/3
B
h/2
C
2h/3
D
h/4
Question 103Single Answer
The centroid of a rectangle is located at the:
A
Midpoint of one side
B
Intersection of diagonals
C
One-third point of diagonal
D
Corner
Question 104Single Answer
The centroid of a semicircular area of radius r from its diameter is:
A
2r/ฯ
B
4r/3ฯ
C
r/2
D
3r/4ฯ
Question 105Single Answer
The center of gravity of a homogeneous body coincides with its:
A
Center of pressure
B
Centroid
C
Metacenter
D
Pole
Question 106Single Answer
The center of gravity is the point through which the resultant:
A
Weight acts
B
Friction acts
C
Pressure acts
D
Inertia acts
Question 107Single Answer
A simple machine is primarily used to:
A
Destroy energy
B
Multiply force or change its direction
C
Create energy
D
Reduce mass
Question 108Single Answer
Mechanical advantage is defined as:
A
Load/effort
B
Effort/load
C
Distance moved by effort/distance moved by load
D
Output work/input work
Question 109Single Answer
Velocity ratio of a machine is:
A
Distance moved by effort รท distance moved by load
B
Load/effort
C
Output/input work
D
Effort ร load
Question 110Single Answer
Efficiency of a machine is equal to:
A
MA/VR
B
MA ร VR
C
VR/MA
D
MA + VR
Question 111Single Answer
The efficiency of an ideal machine is:
A
0%
B
100%
C
50%
D
25%
Question 112Single Answer
The law of a machine is commonly expressed as:
A
W = mP + C
B
P = mW + C
C
P = Wยฒ
D
W = P/C
Question 113Single Answer
The portion of a building below ground level is generally known as the:
A
Superstructure
B
Fenestration
C
Roof structure
D
Substructure
Question 114Single Answer
The portion of a building above plinth level is known as the:
A
Foundation
B
Substructure
C
Footing
D
Superstructure
Question 115Single Answer
The main function of a foundation is to:
A
Increase roof load
B
Reduce room area
C
Safely transmit building loads to soil
D
Support doors only
Question 116Single Answer
The level at which the superstructure begins is generally called:
A
Sill level
B
Parapet level
C
Lintel level
D
Plinth level
Question 117Single Answer
A plinth is the portion of a structure between:
A
Foundation bottom and footing
B
Roof and parapet
C
Ground level and floor level
D
Sill and lintel
Question 118Single Answer
The principal purpose of a damp-proof course is to prevent:
A
Sound transmission
B
Structural loading
C
Heat loss only
D
Rising dampness
Question 119Single Answer
DPC is generally provided at:
A
Roof ridge only
B
Plinth level
C
Foundation bottom
D
Window top
Question 120Single Answer
In a load-bearing structure, loads from floors and roofs are primarily carried by:
A
Partition walls only
B
Load-bearing walls
C
Glass panels
D
Door frames
Question 121Single Answer
In a framed structure, loads are mainly transferred through:
A
Window frames
B
Partition walls
C
Columns and beams
D
Plaster
Question 122Single Answer
A framed structure is generally preferred for:
A
Multi-storeyed buildings
B
Temporary tents only
C
Boundary walls only
D
Small drains
Question 123Single Answer
A structure combining load-bearing and framed construction is called a:
A
Shell structure
B
Suspension structure
C
Composite structure
D
Masonry arch
Question 124Single Answer
The horizontal member provided over an opening is called a:
A
Sill
B
Lintel
C
Plinth
D
Jamb
Question 125Single Answer
The horizontal member provided at the bottom of a window opening is the:
A
Lintel
B
Jamb
C
Sill
D
Coping
Question 126Single Answer
The vertical sides of a door or window opening are known as:
A
Risers
B
Sills
C
Eaves
D
Jambs
Question 127Single Answer
The topmost protective course on a parapet wall is called:
A
Coping
B
Flooring
C
Flashing
D
Skirting
Question 128Single Answer
A parapet wall is generally provided at the:
A
Foundation level
B
Bottom of footing
C
Edge of a roof, terrace or balcony
D
Center of a room
Question 129Single Answer
The primary purpose of a roof is to:
A
Increase foundation depth
B
Reduce ventilation
C
Carry earth pressure
D
Protect the building from weather
Question 130Single Answer
A partition wall is mainly intended to:
A
Carry foundation loads
B
Support bridge decks
C
Retain soil
D
Divide internal space
Question 131Single Answer
A wall constructed to resist lateral pressure of earth is called a:
A
Retaining wall
B
Partition wall
C
Curtain wall
D
Parapet wall
Question 132Single Answer
A wall constructed along a property boundary is commonly called a:
A
Cavity wall
B
Boundary wall
C
Breast wall
D
Dwarf wall
Question 133Single Answer
Which of the following is a natural building material?
A
Stone
B
PVC
C
CPVC
D
Plastic laminate
Question 134Single Answer
The resistance of a stone to wear is termed:
A
Workability
B
Porosity
C
Hardness
D
Efflorescence
Question 135Single Answer
A good building stone should have:
A
Adequate strength and durability
B
High water absorption
C
High porosity
D
Very low hardness
Question 136Single Answer
Granite is classified as a:
A
Sedimentary rock
B
Igneous rock
C
Metamorphic rock
D
Organic rock
Question 137Single Answer
Basalt is a type of:
A
Igneous rock
B
Sedimentary rock
C
Metamorphic rock
D
Artificial stone
Question 138Single Answer
Sandstone is generally classified as a:
A
Sedimentary rock
B
Igneous rock
C
Metamorphic rock
D
Volcanic glass
Question 139Single Answer
Marble is a metamorphic form of:
A
Granite
B
Limestone
C
Basalt
D
Sandstone
Question 140Single Answer
Slate is generally formed by metamorphism of:
A
Shale
B
Granite
C
Basalt
D
Quartzite
Question 141Single Answer
The standard modular size of a brick in India is approximately:
A
300 mm ร 150 mm ร 100 mm
B
200 mm ร 100 mm ร 50 mm
C
250 mm ร 125 mm ร 100 mm
D
190 mm ร 90 mm ร 90 mm
Question 142Single Answer
The nominal size of a modular brick including mortar is:
A
190 mm ร 90 mm ร 90 mm
B
200 mm ร 100 mm ร 100 mm
C
230 mm ร 110 mm ร 75 mm
D
250 mm ร 120 mm ร 100 mm
Question 143Single Answer
Irrigation engineering primarily deals with?
A
Construction of roads
B
Treatment of industrial waste
C
Design of steel bridges
D
Artificial application of water to agricultural land
Question 144Single Answer
The main objective of irrigation is to?
A
Prevent groundwater recharge
B
Increase soil salinity
C
Supply water to crops when rainfall is insufficient
D
Reduce crop production
Question 145Single Answer
Irrigation is particularly necessary in areas having?
A
Excessive rainfall throughout the year
B
Inadequate or irregular rainfall
C
Permanently saturated agricultural land
D
No agricultural activity
Question 146Single Answer
The agricultural land that can be cultivated is called?
A
Cultivable command area
B
Catchment area
C
Submerged area
D
Gross command area
Question 147Single Answer
The ancient road construction technique associated with large stone blocks and durable surfaces is commonly linked to?
A
Roman roads
B
Modern flexible pavements
C
Bituminous Macadam
D
Cement concrete overlays
Question 148Single Answer
The road construction method using compacted broken stones is associated with?
A
Thomas Telford
B
John Loudon McAdam
C
Karl Terzaghi
D
John Smeaton
Question 149Single Answer
Telford road construction is characterized mainly by?
A
Large foundation stones laid by hand
B
Reinforced cement concrete base
C
Bituminous concrete surface
D
Stabilized clay wearing course
Question 150Single Answer
The first twenty-year road development plan in India is known as?