MCQ of NEC Acts & Regulations

1. What is the main function of ‘The Nepal Engineering Council Act, 2055(1999)? A) It establishes the Nepal Engineering Council. B) It sets the engineering practice standards internationally. C) It provides guidelines for engineering education only. D) It oversees all engineering projects in Nepal. View Answer A) It establishes the Nepal Engineering Council. 2. Who can be referred to as a ‘Member’ within the context of this Act? A) Members of engineering universities. B) Only the engineers registered under the Council. C) The Chairman, Member-Secretary, or Council members. D) Individuals who financially support the Council. View Answer C) The Chairman, Member-Secretary, or Council members. 3. What qualification must a person meet to be recognized as an ‘Engineer’ under the Act? A) Completing any science degree from a foreign university. B) Having experience in engineering work for at least five years. C) Being a member of any international engineering body. D) Holding at least a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from a recognized institution. View Answer D) Holding at least a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from a recognized institution. 4. What does the term ‘Prescribed’ signify in the context of The Nepal Engineering Council Act? A) Included in international engineering standards. B) Outlined in the Rules made under the Act. C) Specified in the official Gazette only. D) Listed in university engineering syllabuses. View Answer B) Outlined in the Rules made under the Act. 5. According to the Act, what is a ‘Registered Engineer’? A) An engineer listed in the Registration Book. B) An engineer who has published engineering research papers. C) An engineer with a Master’s degree in engineering. D) An engineer with a license from any engineering institution. View Answer A) An engineer listed in the Registration Book. 6. What is one of the primary reasons for the establishment of the Nepal Engineering Council? A) To provide exclusive services to government projects. B) To mobilize the engineering profession systematically and scientifically. C) To promote engineering education nationwide. D) To regulate construction activities across Nepal. View Answer B) To mobilize the engineering profession systematically and scientifically. Test Yourself: Guess Objectives Questions of Geomatics Engineering For NEC Exam 2081 Kartik 7. Which type of member is NOT allowed to be nominated or elected to the Nepal Engineering Council? A) A mentally disordered person. B) A Nepali citizen under the age of 25. C) A former engineer who switched professions. D) A person without a recognized engineering degree. View Answer A) A mentally disordered person. 8. How is quorum for a meeting of the Nepal Engineering Council determined? A) Two-thirds of the total members must attend. B) More than fifty percent of total members must be present. C) A minimum of one member from each engineering branch must be present. D) At least half of the members plus one must be present. View Answer B) More than fifty percent of total members must be present. 9. What is the tenure duration for members of the Nepal Engineering Council? A) Four years per term. B) Two years per term. C) Five years per term. D) Three years per term. View Answer A) Four years per term. 10. Under what circumstance can a council member’s seat be filled prior to the end of their term? A) If a seat becomes vacant due to unforeseen circumstances. B) When the chairperson demands it. C) Once every two years for rotation. D) After a council meeting consensus. View Answer A) If a seat becomes vacant due to unforeseen circumstances. 11. What is the consequence for practicing engineering without registration a year after the commencement of the Act? A) Registration is optional for practicing engineering. B) One cannot practice engineering without registration. C) Temporary permits will be issued for unregistered practice. D) Individuals may practice engineering freely. View Answer B) One cannot practice engineering without registration. 12. What must applicants include with their application for name registration according to Section 12? A) Certificates, degrees, documents, and prescribed fees. B) A cover letter stating their intent to practice. C) Identification proofs and tax documents. D) A letter of recommendation and previous job certificates. View Answer A) Certificates, degrees, documents, and prescribed fees. 13. Under what conditions can a registered engineer’s name be removed from the Registration Book? A) If the engineer disagrees with the Council’s decisions. B) If the engineer violates professional conduct or becomes bankrupt. C) If they fail to renew their registration annually. D) If the engineer wants to practice in a different field. View Answer B) If the engineer violates professional conduct or becomes bankrupt. See Also: Triangulation Surveying MCQ Questions and Answers | Geomatics Engineering 14. What steps follow if the Council decides not to register an applicant’s name? A) The applicant must appear before the Council for clarification. B) The decision is automatically reconsidered after three months. C) The Registrar must inform the applicant in writing. D) The application is destroyed and cannot be resubmitted. View Answer C) The Registrar must inform the applicant in writing. 15. How can a removed name be registered again and when is this applicable? A) The Council must first offer a general amnesty period. B) A public hearing is held to vote on the re-registration. C) Immediate reinstatement occurs upon submitting new credentials. D) Application can be made after one year with justifiable reasons. View Answer D) Application can be made after one year with justifiable reasons. 16. What is the role of the Council in recognizing certificates of academic qualification in engineering according to the text? A) The Council designs the curriculum for the academic institutions. B) The Council directly awards certificates without consultation. C) The Council provides government funding to institutions awarding certificates. D) The Council recognizes certificates and publishes recognized qualifications in the Nepal Gazette. View Answer D) The Council recognizes certificates and publishes recognized qualifications in the Nepal Gazette. 17. Under what condition can the Council demand details from academic institutions? A) Whenever the Council decides on new regulations. B) While recognizing a certificate … Read more