The Kerala PWD Manual
Date of Examination :05-09-2019
Question1:-Who is in control of the main executive unit of PWD?
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Superintending Engineer
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Assistant Executive Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question2:-The work of PWD is carried out through how many main wings
A:-5
B:-3
C:-4
D:-2
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question3:-Who controls the Establishment matters in PWD?
A:-Administrative Officer
B:-Chief Engineer (Administration)
C:-Dy. Chief Engineer (Administration)
D:-Chief Administrative Officer
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question4:-Which rank of officer heads the environment cell of PWD?
A:-Executive Engineer
B:-Chief Engineer
C:-Superintending Engineer
D:-Environmental Officer
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question5:-What is KHRI
A:-Kerala Highway Research Institute
B:-Kerala High Rise Building Institute
C:-Kerala Human Resource Institute
D:-Kerala Health Research Institute
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question6:-Which department is to be consulted for repairs of vehicles and machineries?
A:-PWD
B:-Irrigation
C:-KSRTC
D:-Motor vehicles department
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question7:-Who Plans, organise and coordinate works based on budget allocations?
A:-Executive Engineer
B:-Dy Chief Engineer
C:-Finance officer
D:-Chief Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question8:-Who scrutinize budget estimates and furnish proposals to government?
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Chief Technical Examiner
C:-Administrative Officer
D:-Finance Officer
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question9:-Who is to test check 10% of value of works beyond the power of Asst Exe Engineer
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Superintending Engineer
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Assistant Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question10:-Who is in control of a Sub division?
A:-Assistant Engineer
B:-Assistant Executive Engineer
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Superintending Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question11:-Who is responsible for making arrangements for maintenance works?
A:-Executive Engineer
B:-Asst Exe Engineer
C:-Chief Engineer
D:-Assistant Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question12:-Who is in control of a section?
A:-Executive Engineer
B:-Chief Engineer
C:-Asst Exe Engineer
D:-Assistant Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question13:-Generally who is responsible for taking and recording measurements?
A:-Contractor
B:-Asst Executive Engineer
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Assistant Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question14:-Who is to prepare detailed drawings on field data as per approved designs?
A:-Assistant Engineer
B:-3rd Grade Overseer
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Chief Engineer (Designs)
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question15:-Who monitor's that contractor faithfully observes Gen. Conditions of contract?
A:-Assistant Engineer
B:-Assistant Executive Engineer
C:-Contractor
D:-3rd Grade Overseer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question16:-Who is responsible for conducting soil investigation works?
A:-Lab Technician
B:-3rd Grade Overseer
C:-Asst Engineer
D:-Design Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question17:-What is the duty of a 1st/2nd Grade Draughtsman?
A:-Approve contractor's bills
B:-Tabulate tenders
C:-Design of Bridges
D:-Issuing approval's to sub: offices
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question18:-The finance Branch in a PWD office deals with, ____________.
A:-Transfers and Postings
B:-Maintaining service books
C:-Preparation of Agreements
D:-Preparing monthly accounts
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question19:-Who generally assists the Chief Engineer (Administration) in deputing officers for various training programs?
A:-Executive Engineer (HR)
B:-Dy Chief Engineer
C:-Administrative Officer
D:-Establishment Officer
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question20:-Who conducts enquiries regarding allegations against any PWD staff?
A:-Chief Engineer (Administration)
B:-Dy. Chief Engineer (Administration)
C:-Dy. Chief Engineer (Vigilance)
D:-Chief Technical Examiner
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question21:-The Electrical Wing of PWD deals with _____________.
A:-Asst Engineer Electrical
B:-Asst Exe Engineer Electrical
C:-Executive Engineer Electrical
D:-Suptg. Engineer Electrical
Correct Answer:-Question Cancelled
Question22:-Who is responsible for the implementation of RMMS?
A:-Chief Engineer Administration
B:-Dy. Chief Engineer R & B
C:-Director Designs
D:-Executive Engineer (Planning R & B)
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question23:-Who is responsible for emergency works under roads section?
A:-Executive Engineer, Roads
B:-Chief Engineer, Roads
C:-Asst Engineer, Roads
D:-Suptg. Engineer, Roads
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question24:-Who manages specialized projects?
A:-Chief Engineer, Projects
B:-Chief Engineer, Roads
C:-Chief Engineer, NH
D:-Chief Engineer, Administration
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question25:-Administrative Officer is under direct control of ___________.
A:-Chief Engineer, Roads
B:-Chief Engineer, Administration
C:-Chief Engineer, Projects
D:-Chief Engineer, Buildings
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question26:-Whose duty is to maintain the departmental vehicle log books?
A:-Driver
B:-Assistant Engineer
C:-Administrative officer
D:-Mechanical Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question27:-Who assists the EE in exercising financial control over the transactions of the Division?
A:-Dy. Executive Engineer
B:-Senior superintendent
C:-Divisional Accountant
D:-Head clerk
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question28:-Who is in OVERALL control of the HR & Training Cell?
A:-Executive Engineer
B:-Chief Engineer, Administration
C:-Dy. Chief Engineer, Administration
D:-HR Manager
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question29:-The test required to be passed before declaration of probation
A:-PSC recruitment test
B:-PWD proficiency test
C:-KPWD training exam
D:-Departmental test by KPSC
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question30:-What is the duration of Orientation Training for new recruitees?
A:-2 weeks
B:-3 to 6 days
C:-1 week
D:-2 to 3 days
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question31:-Who supervises the IT cell?
A:-Chief Engineer, Designs
B:-Chief IT Engineer
C:-Executive Engineer IT
D:-Sr Software Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question32:-How many categories of works are included in the budget head of R & B?
A:-1
B:-2
C:-3
D:-4
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question33:-To whom shall original works of NH to be proposed?
A:-MoRTH
B:-PWD Secretary
C:-Office of Prime Minister
D:-NHAI
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question34:-Who receives the money collected as Test FEES by KHRI?
A:-Kerala Road Fund Board
B:-PWD
C:-Finance Department
D:-Central Road Research Institute
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question35:-Which is NOT an external funding agency for PWD works?
A:-NABARD
B:-Govt. of India
C:-World Bank
D:-Asian Development Bank
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question36:-What is GIS?
A:-Geographical Information System
B:-Geometrical Information System
C:-General Information System
D:-Global Information System
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question37:-Who carries out GPS field survey in PWD?
A:-Central GIS unit
B:-Local GIS unit
C:-Circle Office
D:-Department of surveys
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question38:-Who shall proceed to site in receiving an information of Major Accident?
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Executive Engineer
C:-Suptng. Engineer
D:-Asst Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question39:-Which cell co-ordinates the Road Safety Activities of PWD?
A:-HR Cell
B:-Road Safety cell
C:-IT cell
D:-RMMS cell
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question40:-How is Road safety Black Spot at which accidents are clustered are identified?
A:-Jn/bend/short length of 300-500 m
B:-Location where no lighting
C:-Location where the road is black
D:-Location painted with black spots
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question41:-What is the IRC code for Road signs?
A:-IRC 67-2001
B:-IRC 28-2006
C:-IRC 78-2014
D:-IRC 112-2011
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question42:-Specification for Road safety works are available in ____________.
A:-PWD Manual
B:-PWD Code
C:-PRICE software
D:-MoRTH specification for Road and Bridges
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question43:-What is the frequency of inspection by AE buildings for certification of safety?
A:-Once a year
B:-Every 3 months
C:-Every six months
D:-Twice a year
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question44:-Who has the responsibility of Bridge Safety?
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Assistant Engineer
C:-Asst Exe Engineer
D:-Executive Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question45:-Who shall arrange Refugee Camps in Disaster in liaison with district collector?
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Assistant Engineer
C:-Asst Exe Engineer
D:-Executive Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question46:-What kind of pollution occurs due to gas, dust, fumes and odour?
A:-Water pollution
B:-Noise pollutions
C:-Air pollution
D:-Land pollutions
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question47:-What is act to be followed for environmental aspects?
A:-National and State Acts of India``
B:-World Bank Acts
C:-International Environmental Act
D:-UN Environmental Act
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question48:-Who is to issue labour Licence for construction?
A:-Department of Explosives
B:-Department of Labour
C:-Department of Environment
D:-PWD
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question49:-What happens when contractor fails to comply standard EMP?
A:-He is black listed
B:-Work cancelled at risk and cost
C:-He is sent for compulsory training
D:-Receives only partial payment
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question50:-What is the study conducted for social impact of a project?
A:-Env. Impact Assessment
B:-Social Impact Assessment
C:-Construction Impact Assessment
D:-Project Impact Assessment
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question51:-Investigations to be carried out in how many phases
A:-2
B:-3
C:-4
D:-5
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question52:-Who is responsible to conduct preliminary investigation?
A:-Asst Engineer
B:-Asst Exe Engineer
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Suptg Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question53:-What is meant by MSL?
A:-Median Safe Level
B:-Most Suitable Level
C:-Mean Sea Level
D:-Minimum Survey Level
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question54:-Which reference book shall be used for investigation of Road Works?
A:-IRC 58-2002
B:-IRC 37-2001
C:-IRC : SP : 19-2001
D:-IRC 67-2001
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question55:-Axle Load studies are done in ____________.
A:-Soil investigation
B:-Building investigation
C:-Bridge investigation
D:-Road Investigation
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question56:-Selection of materials for road construction shall be strictly as per ___________.
A:-Local conditions
B:-Standard Data Book
C:-Old Approved Estimates
D:-IRC/MoRTH guide lines
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question57:-What is the order of construction of shoulder and pavement?
A:-Shoulder and then pavement each layer by layer
B:-Pavement and then shoulder each layer by layer
C:-Full pavement thickness and then full shoulder thickness
D:-Full shoulder thickness and then full pavement thickness
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question58:-Which document provides the Qualification Criteria for Bids?
A:-PWD Manual
B:-PWD code
C:-Bid document
D:-Contractor's Manual
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question59:-What is NOT a factors in controlling Road Alignment?
A:-Traffic
B:-Geometric design
C:-Economy
D:-Axle Load
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question60:-How many stages are there for Engineering Surveys for Roads?
A:-2
B:-4
C:-6
D:-8
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question61:-What is required for determination of Road Vertical Profile?
A:-Land Availability
B:-Financial Sanction
C:-Design of Vertical Curves
D:-Design of structures
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question62:-What is NOT a factor in selecting site for Bridge?
A:-Scenery
B:-High and Stable Banks
C:-Width of channel
D:-Depth of channel
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question63:-What is the length of straight stretches of river required U/S and D/S of bridge site?
A:-500 m
B:-300 m
C:-200 m
D:-100 m
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question64:-What is the objective of sub surface investigation for Bridges?
A:-Determine the depth of water
B:-Determine the width of River
C:-Determine the Chemistry of water
D:-Determine suitability of soil/rock
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question65:-IS : 4453-1980 shall be referred for _____________.
A:-Super structure design of building
B:-Site Exploration
C:-Foundation design of building
D:-Elevation design of building
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question66:-How many types of estimates are there in PWD?
A:-4
B:-5
C:-3
D:-6
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question67:-How many parts are there for a detailed estimate?
A:-5
B:-6
C:-8
D:-7
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question68:-What is the role of State PWD regarding National Highways?
A:-Sourcing funds
B:-Issuing NH numbers
C:-Agent for Govt. of India
D:-Owner for State Govt.
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question69:-Who accords AS for works on Raj Bhavan?
A:-Controller, Governor's Household
B:-Comptroller and Auditor General
C:-Accountant General
D:-Secretary, Finance
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question70:-What is the percentage charges for plan and estimate for private deposit works?
A:-2%
B:-3%
C:-2.5%
D:-5%
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question71:-What is the rates for works to be followed by all Govt. Departments?
A:-Market Rates
B:-CPWD Rates
C:-Kerala PWD Schedule of Rates
D:-Own rates for each department
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question72:-What is the Data to be followed for preparing estimates for roads?
A:-Kerala PWD data
B:-MoRTH data
C:-Self made data
D:-Statistic Dept. Data
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question73:-Who shall fix the Local Market Rate?
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Executive Engineer, Buildings
C:-Executive Engineer, Roads
D:-Executive Engineer, Designs
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question74:-Who accords administrative sanction?
A:-Chief Engineer Administration
B:-Administrative Officer, PWD
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Government
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question75:-What is the third type of sanction required other than AS & TS for works?
A:-Financial Sanction
B:-Commencement Sanction
C:-Feasibility Sanction
D:-Viability Sanction
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question76:-Who is the Highest Registering Authority for contractors?
A:-Chief Engineer
B:-Suptg. Engineer
C:-Executive Engineer
D:-Government
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question77:-What is the limit of Electrical works that can be taken up by A category contractors?
A:-All works
B:-Up to 55 lakhs
C:-Up to 6 lakhs
D:-Up to 15 lakhs
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question78:-When is Departmental Execution method adopted?
A:-At the discretion of CE
B:-When there is no contractor
C:-When the work complicated technically
D:-For convenience
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question79:-In which contract type the rates are quoted as percentage above or below
A:-Item rate contract
B:-Piece work contract
C:-Lump sum contract
D:-Percentage rate contract
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question80:-How much minimum land shall be available for Road Construction?
A:-60%
B:-100%
C:-50%
D:-25%
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question81:-When is Pre qualification bidding procedure followed
A:-Works costing more than 5 crore
B:-Works costing more than 10 crore
C:-Works costing more than 15 crore
D:-Works costing more than 50 crore
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question82:-At what level shall Pre bid meeting to be held for Large works
A:-Chief Engineer's level
B:-Govt. level
C:-Suptg. Engineer's level
D:-Executive Engineer's level
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question83:-When can negotiations made for tenders?
A:-No negotiations after opening
B:-When the amount is too high
C:-When the amount is too low
D:-When the registration is not valid
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question84:-Who has to prepare the Working Drawings?
A:-Asst Engineer
B:-Asst Executive Engineer
C:-Design wing
D:-Contractor's site Engineer
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question85:-What is the maximum limit of payment without detailed scrutiny of bills?
A:-90%
B:-50%
C:-60%
D:-75%
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question86:-Agreed rate is applicable up to what % of excess of that particular item
A:-10%
B:-15%
C:-25%
D:-50%
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question87:-Where shall the drawing be maintained?
A:-Division office
B:-Site office
C:-Section office
D:-Sub division office
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question88:-What is the remedy for over excavation?
A:-Fill it back with earth
B:-No payment for excess earth work
C:-Fill up by concrete/Masonry
D:-Charge FINE on contractor
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question89:-What is the minimum time allowed to drain after aggregates are washed for Road Works?
A:-24 Hrs
B:-48 Hrs
C:-72 Hrs
D:-12 Hrs
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question90:-Normally, how many hours required for removal of shuttering of beam faces?
A:-24 Hrs
B:-48 Hrs
C:-72 Hrs
D:-7 days
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question91:-What item above 1000 cu.m shall be reported to Chief Technical Examiner?
A:-Aggregates for road works
B:-Concrete
C:-Earth work
D:-Masonry
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question92:-Who normally prepares estimate for electrical works?
A:-AE KSEB
B:-AE electrical, PWD
C:-Any approved electrician
D:-Electrical consultants
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question93:-Type of wiring shall be resorted to as far as possible in electrification works
A:-concealed wiring
B:-open wiring
C:-piped wiring
D:-underground wiring
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question94:-What is the threshold for technical audit?
A:-All maintenance works
B:-All original works above 5 crores
C:-All maintenance works above 5 crores
D:-All original works
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question95:-Cationic Bitumen Emulsion is advantageous for ___________ road works.
A:-Both New and Maintenance
B:-Only maintenance works
C:-Only new works
D:-Only for BM & BC works
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question96:-What is the renewal frequency of BM & AC roads?
A:-3 years
B:-5 years
C:-10 years
D:-7 years
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question97:-Where is the register of buildings kept?
A:-Section
B:-Sub Division
C:-Division
D:-Circle
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question98:-What is the periodicity of varnishing and oiling work of govt. buildings?
A:-Once in a year
B:-Twice in year
C:-Once in two years
D:-Once in five years
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question99:-Who acts as the estate officer of all Govt. Buildings?
A:-Chief Engineer Buildings
B:-District collector
C:-Asst Engineer Buildings
D:-Executive Engineer Buildings
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question100:-What is the basic value on which depreciation is applied during building evaluation?
A:-Market value
B:-Estimated capital value
C:-Value shown in registration
D:-Value on which tax is paid
Correct Answer:- Option-B