Exam Details

• Post Name: Assistant Town Planner
• Department: Town and Country Planning Department
• Paper Code: 155/2015
• Date of Examination: 20th August 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (OMR-based)

Question Paper Structure

The Kerala PSC 155/2015 question paper was designed to assess candidates' technical knowledge in urban planning, civil engineering, environmental science, and general awareness. The key sections included:

1. Fundamentals of Town and Country Planning (Core Subject)

• Definition and Scope of Town Planning
• Evolution and History of Urban Planning
• Planning Theories and Concepts
• Principles of Land Use Planning
• Urbanization Trends and Challenges

2. Urban and Regional Planning

• Master Plans and Development Plans
• Zoning Regulations and Land Use Planning
• Transportation Planning and Urban Mobility
• Environmental Considerations in Urban Planning
• Smart City Concepts and Sustainable Development

3. Building Rules and Regulations

• Kerala Municipality Building Rules (KMBR) and Kerala Panchayat Building Rules (KPBR)
• Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and Building Setbacks
• Development Control Rules
• Infrastructure Planning and Housing Policies

4. Civil Engineering and Architecture

• Structural Engineering Basics
• Surveying and Mapping Techniques
• Construction Materials and Methods
• Architectural Design Principles

5. Environmental Planning and Sustainability

• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
• Waste Management in Urban Areas
• Water Resource Management
• Climate-Resilient Cities and Disaster Risk Reduction

6. Kerala Town and Country Planning Act & Policies

• Kerala Town and Country Planning Act, 2016
• Role of Local Bodies in Urban Planning
• Government Initiatives in Urban Development
• Smart City Mission and AMRUT Scheme

7. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian & Kerala History
• Geography of India & Kerala
• Indian Constitution & Political System
• Major National & International Events
• Economic & Business Developments

8. General Science

• Basic Physics, Chemistry & Biology
• Environmental Science & Pollution Control
• Science & Technology in Urban Planning

9. Arithmetic & Mental Ability

• Number Systems & Simplifications
• Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
• Series Completion, Coding-Decoding

10. General English & Language Proficiency

• Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions, Articles)
• Sentence Completion & Correction
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Comprehension & Vocabulary

11. Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada Language (Regional Language Skills)

• Basic grammar rules
• Sentence formation
• Official communication proficiency

Marking Scheme

• Total Marks: 100
• Number of Questions: 100 (Objective Type)
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: Yes (0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer)

Significance of This Paper

The 155/2015 Assistant Town Planner exam paper is an essential resource for candidates preparing for urban planning and development roles in Kerala PSC. Reviewing this paper helps aspirants:

• Understand the exam pattern and difficulty level
• Identify important topics related to town planning, urban development, and civil engineering
• Improve time management and accuracy
• Gain familiarity with Kerala planning regulations and building codes

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