Er.

Sunil Kumar Sah

(IOE, Pulchowk Campus, KUKL, GON)

Gyanendra Satyarthi
(Master of English, Master of Economics, LLB, B.Ed. One Year,
Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, GON)

Er. Amit Kumar Yadav

(BE Civil, IOE Pulchowk Campus,
M SDRM Running, IOE Pulchowk Campus,
Section Officer @ Federal Parliament of Nepal)
 e feel immensely exultant to introduce this book entitled “CIVIL ENGINEERING OBJECTIVE
MCQs” among us. This book has been prepared as per the current PSC syllabus to meet the requirements
of all the diligent students preparing for the PSC exam. This book is introduced with an aim to cater
the needs of students and boost their confidence in exam.
While writing the book, we have constantly kept in mind the latest examination requirements of the
students preparing for PSC. No effort has been spared to enrich the book with objective type questions
of different types.
We would like to extend our words of thanks to Sushila Sah, Gajendra Yadav (Under Secretary/
Revenue), Arbind Yadav (Section Officer), Meghraj Aryal (Section Officer), Vijay Kumar Sah,
Er. Shalini Jha, Er. Udit Thakur, Er. Santosh Ray Tharu, Er. Sunil Jayaswal, CM sir, Bodhi Sarobar,
Er. Suman Bahadur Basnet, Er. Raushan Kumar Sah, Er. Rachana Adhikari who have always
encouraged and motivated me to introduce this book.
We are thankful to the publisher Mr. Laxmi Man Shrestha of G.L. Book House Pvt. Ltd. for bringing
out the book in a short span of time and pricing it moderately in spite of heavy cost of paper and
printing. We are also grateful to Pratap Acharya and Sanyr Prajapati for their untiring effort in neat
typing, setting and proper organization of the contents.
Although every care has been taken to check the mistakes and misprints, yet it is difficult to claim
perfection. Any errors, omissions and suggestions for the improvement of this book, brought to our
notice, will be thankfully acknowledged and incorporated in the next edition.
Wishing the aspirants the very best in the forthcoming Loksewa examination, the authors will feel
amply rewarded if the book serves the purposes for which it is meant.

Authors
Er. Sunil Kumar Sah
Gyanendra Satyarthi
Er. Amit Kumar Yadav
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Part (I): General Awareness & General Ability Test (50 Marks)
1. General Awareness and Contemporary Issues [25 × 1 Mark = 25 Marks]
1.1 Physical, socio-cultural and economic geography and demography of Nepal
1.2 Major natural resources of Nepal
1.3 Geographical diversity, climatic conditions, and livelihood & lifestyle of people
1.4 Notable events and personalities, social, cultural and economic conditions in modern history
of Nepal
1.5 Current periodical plan of Nepal
1.6 Information on sustainable development, environment, pollution, climate change,
biodiversity, science and technology
1.7 Nepal’s international affairs and general information on the UNO, SAARC & BIMSTEC
1.8 The Constitution of Nepal (From Part 1 to 5 and Schedules)
1.9 Governance system and Government (Federal, Provincial and Local)
1.10 Provisions of civil service act and regulation relating to constitution of civil service,
organisational structure, posts of service, fulfillment of vacancy and code of conduct
1.11 Functional scope of public services
1.12 Public Service Charter
1.13 Concept, objective and importance of public policy
1.14 Fundamentals of management: Planning, organizing, directing, controlling,
coordinating, decision making, motivation and leadership
1.15 Government planning, budgeting and accounting system
1.16 Major events and current affairs of national and international importance
2. General Ability Test [25 × 1 Mark = 25 Marks]
2.1 Verbal Ability Test (8 × 1 Mark = 8 Marks)
Jumble Words, Series, Analogy, Classification, Coding-Decoding, Matrix, Ranking Order
Test, Direction and Distance Sense Test, Common Sense Test, Logical Reasoning, Assertion
and Reason, Statement and Conclusions
2.2 Numerical Ability Test (9 × 1 Mark = 9 Marks)
Series, Analogy, Classification, Coding, Arithmetical reasoning/operation, Percentage, Ratio,
Average, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Data interpretation & Data verification
2.3 Non-verbal/Abstract Ability Test (8 × 1 Mark = 8 Marks)
Figure Series, Figure Analogy, Figure Classification, Figure Matrix, Pattern Completion/
Finding, Analytical Reasoning Test, Figure Formation and Analysis, Rule Detection, Water
Images, Mirror Images, Cubes and Dice & Venn-diagram

Part (II): General Technical Subject (50 Marks)

1. Structural Engineering [5 marks]
1.1 Center of gravity, moment of inertia, radius of gyration
1.2 Stresses and strains, theory of torsion and flexure
1.3 Analysis of beams and frames: Bending moment, shear force and deflection of beams and
frames
1.4 Determinate structures (energy methods), three hinged systems, suspension cable system
1.5 Indeterminate structures: Slope deflection method and moment distribution method, use of
influence line diagrams for simple beams, unit load method, two hinged arch
1.6 Plastic analysis of beam and frame
2. Engineering Survey [7 marks]
2.1 Introduction and basic principles, classification of surveys
2.2 Linear measurement techniques: Chain and tape method, ranging rods and arrows,
representation of measurement and common scales, sources of errors, effect of slope and
slope correction, correction for chain and tape measurements, abney level and clinometers
 2.3 Compass: Types of compass, problems and sources of errors in compass survey
2.4 Plane table surveying: principles and methods of plane tabling
2.5 Leveling: Principle of leveling, temporary and permanent adjustment of level, bench marks,
booking methods and their recording, longitudinal and cross sectioning, reciprocal leveling,
trigonometric leveling
2.6 Contouring: Contour interval and characteristics of contours, methods of contouring,
interpolation,use of contour map
2.7 Theodolite traversing: Need of traverse and its significance, principle of traverse, computation
of coordinates; adjustment of closed traverse and linked traverse, closing errors
2.8 Tacheometry: Principle, tacheometric formula, relation of distance and elevation
2.9 Uses of total station and electronic distance measuring instruments
2.10 Curves: Types and suitability, elements, geometry and setting out of curves (simple circular
curve, vertical curve, transition curve)
2.11 Calculation of area and volume: Methods of area calculation of land, methods of area and
volume calculation of cut and fill, mass haul diagram
3. Construction Materials [6 marks]
3.1 Properties of building materials: Physical, chemical, constituents, thermal
3.2 Stones: Characteristics and requirements of stones as a building materials
3.3 Ceramic materials: Ceramic tiles, mosaic tile, brick types and testing
3.4 Cementing materials: Types and properties of lime and cement; cement mortar tests
3.5 Metals: Types and properties of steel, alloys
3.6 Timber and wood: Timber trees in Nepal, types and properties of wood
3.7 Miscellaneous materials: Asphaltic materials (asphalt, bitumen and tar), paints and varnishes,
polymers
3.8 Soil properties and its parameters
3.9 Local and modern building construction material in Nepal
4. Concrete Technology [5 marks]
4.1 Constituents and properties of concrete (physical and chemical)
4.2 Water cement ratio
4.3 Grade and strength of concrete, concrete mix design, testing of concrete
4.4 Mixing, transportation pouring and curing of concrete
4.5 Admixtures
4.6 High strength concrete
4.7 Pre-stressed concrete
5. Geotechnical Engineering [6 marks]
5.1 Formation of soil, general classification of soil depending on transporting agent and deposit
media
5.2 Three phases of soil: Basic terms, relation between basic terms, volumetric relationship:
Mass and volume, weight and volume, specific gravity of soil and lab test, field density and
determination methods
5.3 Types of water in soil, moisture content and relationship, organic content in soil
5.4 Index properties of soil: Grain size distribution and types of soil depending on grain size
distribution, consistency limit, relative density, lab test of index properties
5.5 Types of rock, dip, strike, fold, fault, cleavage, geographical divisions of Nepal, earthquake:
causes of earthquake, types of wave, grading of earthquake, seismic fault line in Nepal
5.6 Tunneling: Types of tunnels, component parts of a tunnel and tunnel cross section, survey
for tunnel alignment, drainage, lighting and ventilation requirements for tunnels, method of
tunneling in soft soils and rock
6. Construction Management [6 marks]
6.1 Construction scheduling and planning: Network techniques (CPM, PERT) and bar charts
6.2 Contractual procedure and management: Types of contract, bid and bid notice, preparation
of bidding document, contractors pre-qualification, evaluation of tenders and selection
of contractor, contract acceptance, condition of contract, quotation and direct purchase,
classifications of contractors, dispute resolution, muster roll
6.3 Material management: Procurement procedures and materials handling
6.4 Cost, quality and time control
6.5 Project management
6.6 Occupational health and safety
6.7 Project monitoring and evaluation
6.8 Quality assurance plan
6.9 Variation, alteration and omissions
7. Estimating, Costing, Specification and Valuation [5 marks]
7.1 Types of estimates and their specific uses
7.2 Methods of calculating quantities
7.3 Key components of estimating norms and rate analysis
7.4 Preparation of bill of quantities
7.5 Purpose, types and importance of specification
7.6 Purpose, principles and methods of valuation
8. Engineering Drawing [4 marks]
8.1 Drawing sheet composition and its essential components
8.2 Suitable scales, site plans, preliminary drawings, working drawings
8.3 Theory of projection drawing: perspective, orthographic and axonometric projection, first
and third angle projection
8.4 Drafting tools and equipments
8.5 Drafting conventions and symbols
8.6 Topographic, electrical, plumbing and structural drawings
8.7 Techniques of free hand drawing
8.8 Community buildings: School and hospital buildings and their design considerations
9. Engineering Economics [3 marks]
9.1 Benefit cost analysis, cost classification, sensitivity analysis, internal rate of return, time
value of money; economic equilibrium, demand, supply and production, net present value,
financial and economic evaluation
10. Professional Practices [3 marks]
10.1 Ethics, integrity and professionalism: code of conduct and guidelines for professional
engineering practices
10.2 Nepal Engineering Council Act, 2055; and regulations, 2056
10.3 Relation with clients, contractor and fellow professionals
10.4 Public procurement practices for works, goods and services and its importance
10.5 National Building Code: Hierarchy of building codes and its application, procedure for
implementation of building code in Nepal
10.6 Building Bylaws
 PART - I
GENERAL AWARENESS AND GENERAL ABILITY TEST
Chapter 1 GENERAL AWARENESS AND CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

1.1 Physical, Socio-cultural and Economic Geography and Demography of Nepal................................. 3

 Multiple Choice Questions............................................................................................................ 23
1.2 Major Natural Resources of Nepal.................................................................................................... 25
 Multiple Choice Questions............................................................................................................ 31
1.3 Geographical Diversity, Climatic Conditions, and Livelihood and Lifestyle of People....................... 33
 Multiple Choice Questions............................................................................................................ 39
1.4 Notable Events and Personalities, Social, Cultural and Economic Conditions in Modern
History of Nepal................................................................................................................................. 41
 Multiple Choice Questions............................................................................................................ 65
1.5 Current Periodical Plan of Nepal....................................................................................................... 67
 Multiple Choice Questions............................................................................................................ 71
1.6 Information on Sustainable Development, Environment, Pollution, Climate Change,
Biodiversity, Science and Technology............................................................................................... 73
 Multiple Choice Questions............................................................................................................ 90
1.7 Nepal’s International Affairs and General Information on the UNO, SAARC and BIMSTEC............ 93
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 101
1.8 The Constitution of Nepal (from part 1 to 5 and schedules)............................................................ 105
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 113
1.9 Governance System and Government (Federal, Provincial and Local).......................................... 115
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 127
1.10 Provisions of Civil Service Act and Regulation relating to Constitution of Civil Service,
Organisational Structure, Posts of Service, Fulfillment of Vacancy and Code of Conduc.............. 129
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 134
1.11 Functional Scope of Public Services............................................................................................... 136
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 137
1.12 Public Service Charter.................................................................................................................... 138
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 141
1.13 Concept, Objective and Importance of Public Policy...................................................................... 142
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 114
1.14 Fundamentals of Management: Planning, Organizing, Directing, Controlling, Coordinating,
Decision Making, Motivation and Leadership.................................................................................. 146
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 152
1.15 Government Planning, Budgeting and Accounting System............................................................. 155
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 162
1.16 Major Events and Current Affairs of National and International Importance................................... 164
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 181

Chapter 2 GENERAL ABILITY TEST

2.1 Verbal Ability Test............................................................................................................................ 185

2.1.1 Jumble words.................................................................................................................... 185
2.1.2 Series................................................................................................................................ 187
2.1.3 Analogy............................................................................................................................. 196
2.1.4 Classification..................................................................................................................... 200
2.1.5 Coding decoding............................................................................................................... 204
2.1.6 Matrix................................................................................................................................ 216
2.1.7 Ranking and orders test.................................................................................................... 222
2.1.8 Direction and distance sense test..................................................................................... 231
2.1.9 Common sense test.......................................................................................................... 237
2.1.10 Logical reasoning.............................................................................................................. 239
A. Assertion and reason............................................................................................... 239
B. Logical deduction..................................................................................................... 248
C. Statement conclusion............................................................................................... 270
2.1.11 Common property............................................................................................................. 274
2.1.12 Logical sequence of words............................................................................................... 275
2.1.13 Cause and effects............................................................................................................. 278
2.1.14 Truth verification................................................................................................................ 282
2.1.15 Seating arrangement....................................................................................................... 283
2.1.16 Blood relation test............................................................................................................. 289
2.1.17 Dice................................................................................................................................... 294
2.1.18 Data sufficiency................................................................................................................. 298
2.2 Numerical Ability Test...................................................................................................................... 303
2.2.1 Deries................................................................................................................................ 303
2.2.2 Analogy............................................................................................................................. 313
2.2.3 Classification and odd man out......................................................................................... 318
2.2.4 Arithmetical reasoning...................................................................................................... 323
2.2.5 Percentage........................................................................................................................ 332
2.2.6 Ratio and proportion......................................................................................................... 335
2.2.7 Average............................................................................................................................. 339
2.2.8 Profit and loss................................................................................................................... 342
2.2.9 Time and work................................................................................................................... 345
2.2.10 Permutation and combination........................................................................................... 353
2.2.11 Probability......................................................................................................................... 357
 2.2.12 Data interpretation............................................................................................................ 361
A. Table chart................................................................................................................ 361
B. Pie charts.................................................................................................................. 366
C. Bar graph.................................................................................................................. 371
D. Line graph................................................................................................................ 377
2.2.13 Calendar........................................................................................................................... 380
2.2.14 Partnership........................................................................................................................ 383
2.2.15 Ages.................................................................................................................................. 386
2.2.16 Clock................................................................................................................................. 389
2.2.17 Numbers........................................................................................................................... 393
2.3 Non-verbal/Abstract Ability Test...................................................................................................... 396
2.3.1 Figure series..................................................................................................................... 396
2.3.2 Figure analogy.................................................................................................................. 405
2.3.3 Figure classification.......................................................................................................... 415
2.3.4 Figure matrix..................................................................................................................... 426
2.3.5 Pattern completion/finding................................................................................................ 433
2.3.6 Analytical reasoning test................................................................................................... 439
2.3.7 Figure formation and analysis........................................................................................... 444
A. Shape construction................................................................................................... 444
B. Image analysis......................................................................................................... 449
C. Imbeded image......................................................................................................... 454
D. Grouping of image.................................................................................................... 460
2.3.8 Rule detection................................................................................................................... 466
2.3.9 Water image...................................................................................................................... 470
2.3.10 Mirror image...................................................................................................................... 474
2.3.11 Cubes and dice................................................................................................................. 478
2.3.12 Venn diagram.................................................................................................................... 486
2.3.13 Dot situation...................................................................................................................... 491

PART - II
GENERAL TECHNICAL SUBJECT
Chapter 1 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

1.1 Centre of Gravity, Moment of Inertia, Radius of Gyration............................................................... 499

1.1.1 Centre of Gravity (CG)...................................................................................................... 499
1.1.2 Moment of Inertia (MOI).................................................................................................... 500
1.2 Stresses and Strains, Theory of Torsion and Flexure..................................................................... 501
1.3 Determine Structures (Energy method), Three hinged systems, Suspension cable system.......... 504
1.4 Indeterminate Structures: Slope deflection method and moment distribution method, Use
of influence line diagrams for simple beams, Unit load method, Two hinged arch......................... 507
1.5 Plastic analysis of beam and frame................................................................................................ 510
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 511
Chapter 2 ENGINEERING SURVEYING

2.1 Introduction and Basic Principles, Classification of Surveys........................................................... 545

2.2 Linear Measurements Techniques: Chain and tape method, Ranging rods and arrows,
Representation of measurements and common scales, Sources of errors, Effect of slope
and slope correction, Correction for chain and tape measurements, Abney level and
clinometers...................................................................................................................................... 547
2.3 Compass: Types of compass, Problems and sources of errprs in compass survey....................... 553
2.4 Plane table surveying: Principles and methods of plane tabling..................................................... 554
2.5 Leveling: Principle of leveling, Temporary and permanent adjustment of level, Bench
marks, Booking methods and their recording, Longitudinal and cross sectioning,
Reciprocal leveling, Trigonometric leveling..................................................................................... 555
2.6 Contouring: Contour interval and characteristics of contours, Methods of contouring,
Interpolation use of contour map..................................................................................................... 558
2.7 Theodolite traversing: Need of traverse and its significance, Principle of traverse,
Computation of coordinates, Adjustment of closed traverse and linked traverse, Closing
errors .......................................................................................................................................... 560
2.8 Tacheometry: Principle, Tacheometric formula, Relation of distance and elevation....................... 563
2.9 Use of total station and electronic distance measuring instruments............................................... 564
2.10 Curves: Types and suitability, Elements, Geometry and setting out of curves (Simple
circular curve, Vertical curve, Transition curve)............................................................................... 565
2.11 Calculation of area and volume: Methods of area calculation of land, Methods of area and
volume calculation of cut and fill, Mass haul diagram..................................................................... 567
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 568

Chapter 3 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

3.1 Properties of building materials: Physical, chemical, constituents, thermal.................................... 611

3.2 Stones: Characteristics and requirements of stones as building materials..................................... 612
3.3 Ceramic materials: Ceramic tiles, mosaic tiles, brick types and testing.......................................... 613
3.4 Cementing materials: Types and properties of lime and cement, cement mortar test.................... 615
3.5 Metals: Types and properties of steel, alloys.................................................................................. 621
3.6 Timber and wood: Timber trees in nepal, types and properties of wood......................................... 622
3.7 Miscellaneous materials: Asphaltic materials (asphalt, bitumen and tar), paints and
varnishes, polymers........................................................................................................................ 624
3.8 Soil properties and its parameters.................................................................................................. 629
3.9 Local and modern building construction material in nepal.............................................................. 629
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 630

Chapter 4 CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY

4.1 Constituents and properties of concrete......................................................................................... 666

4.1.1 Constituents of concrete................................................................................................... 666
4.1.2 Properties of concrete....................................................................................................... 671
4.2 Water cement ratio.......................................................................................................................... 672
4.3 Grade and strength of concrete, concrete mix design, testing of concrete..................................... 673
4.3.1 Grade of concrete............................................................................................................. 673
4.3.2 Strength of concrete.......................................................................................................... 673
4.3.3 Concrete mix design......................................................................................................... 674
4.3.4 Testing of concrete............................................................................................................ 675
4.4 Mixing, transportation, pouring and curing of concrete................................................................... 676
4.4.1 Batching of concrete......................................................................................................... 676
4.4.2 Mixing of concrete............................................................................................................. 676
4.4.3 Transportation of concrete................................................................................................ 677
4.4.4 Placing of concrete........................................................................................................... 677
4.4.5 Compaction....................................................................................................................... 677
4.4.6 Finishing of concrete......................................................................................................... 677
4.4.7 Curing............................................................................................................................... 677
4.5 Admixtures...................................................................................................................................... 678
4.5.1 Function............................................................................................................................ 678
4.5.2 Types of admixture............................................................................................................ 678
4.6 High strength concrete.................................................................................................................... 678
4.6.1 Methods of production of high strength concrete.............................................................. 678
4.6.2 Methods of production of ultra high strength concrete...................................................... 679
4.7 Prestressed concrete...................................................................................................................... 679
4.7.1 Method of prestressed concrete....................................................................................... 679
4.7.2 Limitation........................................................................................................................... 679
4.7.3 Losses of prestress........................................................................................................... 679
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 680

Chapter 5 GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING

5.1 Formation of soil, general classification of soil depending on transporting agent and
deposit media.................................................................................................................................. 701
5.2 Three phases of soil: Basic terms, relation between basic terms, volumetric relationship:
Mass and volume, weight and volume, specific gravity of soil and lab test, field density and
determination methods.................................................................................................................... 704
5.3 Types of water in soil, moisture content and relationship, organic content in soil........................... 708
5.4 Index properties of soil: Grain size distribution and types of soils depending on grain size
distribution, consistency limit, relative density, lab test of index properties..................................... 709
5.5 Types of rock, dip, strike, fold, fault, cleavage, geographical divisions of nepal, earthquake:
Causes of earthquake, types of wave, grading of earthquake, seismic fault line in Nepal............. 718
5.6 Tunneling: Type of tunnels, component parts of a tunnel and tunnel cross section, survey
for tunnel alignment, drainage, lighting and ventilation requirements for tunnels, method of
tunneling in soft soils and rocks...................................................................................................... 720
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 722
Chapter 6 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
6.1 Construction scheduling and planning: Network techniques (cpm, pert) and bar charts................ 751
6.2 Contractual procedure and management: Types of contact, bid and bid notice, preparation
of bidding document, contractors prequalification, evaluation of tenders and selection of
contractors, contract acceptance, condition of contract, quotation and direct purchase,
classification of contractors, dispute resolution, muster roll............................................................ 760
6.3 Material management: Procurement procedures and materials handling....................................... 768
6.4 Cost, quality and time control.......................................................................................................... 769
6.5 Project management....................................................................................................................... 770
6.6 Occupational health and safety....................................................................................................... 771
6.7 Project monitoring and evaluation................................................................................................... 772
6.8 Quality assurance plan.................................................................................................................... 772
6.9 Variation, alteration and omission................................................................................................... 772
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 773

Chapter 7 ESTIMATING, COSTING, SPECIFICATION AND VALUATION

7.1 Types of estimates and their specific uses...................................................................................... 799

7.2 Methods of calculating quantities.................................................................................................... 801
7.3 Key components of estimating norms and rate analysis................................................................. 803
7.4 Preparation of bill of quantities........................................................................................................ 809
7.5 Purpose, types and importance of specifications............................................................................ 809
7.6 Purpose, principles and method of valuation.................................................................................. 810
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 815

Chapter 8 ENGINEERING DRAWING

8.1 Drawing sheet composition and its essential components.............................................................. 833

8.2 Suitable scales, site plans, preliminary drawings, working drawings.............................................. 835
8.3 Theory of projection drawing: Perspective, orthographic and axonometric projection, first
and third angle projection................................................................................................................ 837
8.4 Drafting tools and equipments........................................................................................................ 843
8.5 Drafting conventions and symbols.................................................................................................. 846
8.6 Topographical, electrical, plumbing and structural drawings........................................................... 851
8.7 Techniques of free hand drawing.................................................................................................... 852
8.8 Community buildings: Schools and hospital buildings and their design considerations.................. 852
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 853

Chapter 9 ENGINEERING ECONOMICS

9.1 Benefit cost analysis, cost classification, sensitivity analysis, internal rate of return, time
value of money, economic equilibrium, demand, supply and production, net present value,
financial and economic evaluation.................................................................................................. 873
9.1.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................... 873
9.1.2 Benefit cost analysis......................................................................................................... 875
 9.1.3 Cost classification............................................................................................................. 876
9.1.4 Sensitivity analysis............................................................................................................ 876
9.1.5 Internal rate of return........................................................................................................ 877
9.1.6 Time value of money......................................................................................................... 877
9.1.7 Demand, supply and production....................................................................................... 878
9.1.8 Net present value.............................................................................................................. 878
9.1.9 Financial and economic evaluation................................................................................... 879
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 880

Chapter 10 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES

10.1 Ethics, integrity and professionalism: Code of conduct and guidelines for professional
engineering practices...................................................................................................................... 889
10.2 Nepal engineering council act 2055 and regulation 2056............................................................... 890
10.3 Relation with clients, contractor and fellow professionals............................................................... 899
10.4 Public procurement practices for works, goods and services and its importance........................... 899
10.5 National building code: Hierarchy of building codes and its application, procedure for
implementation of building codes in nepal...................................................................................... 901
10.6 Building by laws.............................................................................................................................. 902
 Multiple Choice Questions.......................................................................................................... 904