Question

The part of the building above the ground level and up to the floor level immediately above the ground is known as __________

(a) Plinth area

(b) Formation level

(c) Ground level

(d) Plinth

I have been asked this question in a national level competition.

I need to ask this question from Components in division Important Building Components of Construction & Building Materials

Answer 1

Right option is (d) Plinth

For explanation: Plinth is therefore defined as the portion of the structure between the surface of the surrounding ground and surface of the floor, immediately above the ground. Plinth is an important component of building which prevents crawling animals, water and other insects from coming inside the building.