GATE 2000 1. J. N. U., New Delhi campus has been designed by A. P. Kanvinde Louis I. Kahn C. P. Kukreja J. A. Stein The correct answer is C. P. Kukreja. The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus in New Delhi, India, was indeed designed by the renowned Indian architect C. P. Kukreja. C. P. Kukreja is a well-known architect in India and has been involved in designing various institutional and architectural projects across the country, including educational campuses like JNU. His architectural firm, C. P. Kukreja Architects (CPKA), has been responsible for the design and execution of numerous significant projects in India. 2. Occupancy rate refers to number of buildings per unit area. number of persons per habitable rooms. number of habitable rooms per acre. number of persons working in an office. The correct answer is number of persons per habitable rooms.. 3. The new Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain was designed by Frank Gehry F. L Wright Roger Anger orman Foster The correct answer is Frank Gehry. The new Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, was indeed designed by the renowned Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry. The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is one of Frank Gehry’s most iconic and celebrated works, known for its innovative and distinctive architectural design. It has become an architectural landmark and a major cultural institution in Bilbao since its opening in 1997. 4. Vidhyadhar nagar was planned by H. K. Mewada Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya B. V. Doshi Charles Correa The correct answer is Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya. Vidhyadhar Nagar in Jaipur, India, was planned by the urban planner and architect Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya, after whom the neighborhood is named. Vidhyadhar Nagar is known for its well-structured layout and design, and it is a testament to Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya’s urban planning skills. Thank you for the clarification. 5. For Indian Metropolitan cities the quantity of solid waste accumulation per head per day is approximately 0.5 Kg 1.5 Kg 5 Kg 3.5 Kg The correct answer is 0.5 Kg. 6. The maximum gradient of a ramp leading to a car park is 1 in 5 1 in 10 1 in 15 1 in 20 The correct answer is 1 in 5 . A maximum gradient of 1 in 5, which corresponds to a slope of 20%, is a common guideline for ramps leading to car parks in many regions and countries. This gradient is often considered a reasonable balance between making the ramp accessible for vehicles while ensuring safety and manageability. However, it’s important to reiterate that specific regulations and standards can vary by location, so it’s essential to consult the local building codes and regulations to determine the precise requirements for a ramp leading to a car park in a specific area. Adhering to these standards is crucial to ensure safety and accessibility for all users. 7. ‘Less is Bore’ is propagated by Eero Saarinen Philip Johnson Robert Venturi Joseph Paxton The correct answer is Robert Venturi. The architectural phrase “Less is Bore” is a playful twist on the famous minimalist design principle “Less is More.” It was indeed propagated by the American architect Robert Venturi. Robert Venturi, along with his wife and partner Denise Scott Brown, challenged the rigid principles of modernist architecture and advocated for a more eclectic and inclusive approach to design. Their ideas, expressed in works like “Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture” and “Learning from Las Vegas,” contributed to the development of postmodern architecture, which embraced diversity, ornamentation, and a departure from the strict minimalism of the modernist movement. “Less is Bore” reflects their belief that architecture can be more diverse, expressive, and complex than the modernist ideal of simplicity. 8. Turbidity of water is due to Algae Fungi Organic salt Suspended matters. The correct answer is Suspended matters. The turbidity of water is primarily due to suspended matter in the water. Turbidity refers to the cloudiness or haziness of a fluid, such as water, caused by the presence of particles or substances that are suspended in the water. These suspended particles can include silt, clay, organic matter, microorganisms, and other debris. High turbidity levels in water can affect its clarity and quality, making it less suitable for various purposes, including drinking water and aquatic ecosystems. Turbidity is often measured in nephelometric turbidity units (NTU) using specialized instruments to assess water quality. 9. The only architect-president of a nation was Richard Nixon F. Marcos Thomas Jefferson L. B. Johnson The correct answer is Thomas Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States (serving from 1801 to 1809), was also an architect. He is known for designing and overseeing the construction of his own home, Monticello, which is located in Virginia. Monticello is considered one of the most iconic examples of neoclassical architecture in the United States and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jefferson’s architectural interests and contributions make him the only U.S. president who can be described as an architect. 10. The Pruitt housing project in St. Louis failed because of natural calamity structural failure un- affordability functional inaccessibility The correct answer is functional inaccessibility. 11. To ensure comfort condition inside the room, the temperature and relative humidity values should preferably be 20º C and 65 % respectively. 15º C and 45 % respectively. 25º C and 50 % respectively. 30º C and 65 % respectively. The correct answer is 25º C and 50 % respectively.. 12. Intensity of colour refers to brightness darkness pigment density quantity The correct answer is brightness. The intensity of color does indeed refer to brightness. In the context of color perception, intensity is a term used to describe the brightness or vividness of a color. Colors with high intensity are vibrant, bold, and appear bright to the eye, while colors with low intensity appear more muted or pastel. Intensity is one of the components that make up the overall perception of color, along with hue (the actual color itself) and saturation (the purity or vividness of the color). Adjusting the intensity of a color can significantly impact its visual impact and how it is perceived by the observer. 13. As per the National Building Code the minimum area of a habitable room is 8.5 sqm 9.5 sqm 10.5 sqm 11.5 sqm The correct answer is 9.5 sqm. 14. The most commonly used disinfectant for purification of municipal water is boric powder alum bleaching powder camphor The correct answer is bleaching powder. 15. In completion of a project, Critical path is one which requires maximum time minimum time optimum time critical time The correct answer is maximum time. In project management, the critical path is not necessarily the path that requires the maximum time to complete. Instead, it is the longest continuous sequence of dependent tasks that determines the overall duration of the project. The critical path is the sequence of activities with the least amount of float or slack, meaning that any delay in any task on the critical path will directly impact the project’s completion date. Therefore, it represents the minimum time needed to complete the project. 16. With every doubling of distance from source the noise level will reduce by 6 dbA 8 dbA 10 dbA 12 dbA The correct answer is 6 dbA . With every doubling of distance from a noise source in a free-field outdoor environment (where sound can spread freely without significant obstacles or reflections), the noise level generally reduces by approximately 6 decibels (dB). This is a fundamental principle in acoustics and is known as the inverse square law for sound propagation. 17. Indicator of poverty line denotes Persons having no shelter Level of family income Per capita calorie consumption of food none of the above. The correct answer is Per capita calorie consumption of food. 18. The situation which provides the most intimate scale to an observer is, while walking along 9 m wide road in front of one storey building 12 m wide road infront of two storey buildings 15 m wide road infront of three storey buildings 21 m wide road infront of four storey buildings The correct answer is 21 m wide road infront of four storey buildings. The situation that provides the most intimate scale to an observer while walking along a 21-meter wide road in front of four-story buildings would likely be when the observer is relatively close to the buildings. When you are walking close to the buildings, you have a more immediate and intimate sense of their scale and details. This proximity allows you to see architectural features, textures, and nuances that may not be as visible when you are further away. 19. The concept of Greek town planning emphasized on large size more open space human scale compact development The correct answer is more open space. The concept of Greek town planning indeed emphasized the importance of open space and public areas within urban design. In ancient Greece, urban planning was influenced by a desire for harmony, aesthetics, and civic life. Greek cities were typically designed with a focus on creating public spaces and communal areas that encouraged social interaction and civic activities. 20. ‘Habit’ of plants refers to growth rate branching pattern foliage life span The correct answer is branching pattern. The term “habit” in the context of plants refers to the overall growth form and appearance of a plant, including its branching pattern, size, shape, and general structure. It encompasses the way a plant grows, whether it is tall or short, bushy or slender, and how its branches and leaves are arranged. Loading …