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Key Facts: UPMSP Intermediate Technical Drawing Exam

3h 15m

Duration of UPMSP Class 12 Technical Drawing board exam

UPMSP Official Syllabus

100 Marks

Total marks allocated for UPMSP Pravidhik Kala (Code 141)

UP Board Examination Scheme

33%

Minimum passing percentage requirement

UPMSP Regulations

100 MCQs

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Master UPMSP Class 12 Technical Drawing (Code 141) with 100 practice MCQs covering plain geometrical drawing, solid geometry, orthographic/isometric projections, diagonal scales, lettering styles, and perspective principles.

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1Which geometrical construction method uses two concentric circles with diameters equal to the major axis and minor axis of an ellipse?
A.Concentric circles method
B.Oblong method
C.Arc of circles method
D.Trammel method
Explanation: The concentric circles method involves drawing two circles centered at the origin: an outer circle with diameter equal to the major axis (2a) and an inner circle with diameter equal to the minor axis (2b). Radial lines drawn from the center intersect both circles to locate points on the ellipse.
2What is the numerical value of eccentricity (e) for a parabola in conic geometry?
A.Less than 1 (e < 1)
B.Equal to 1 (e = 1)
C.Greater than 1 (e > 1)
D.Equal to 0 (e = 0)
Explanation: By definition, a parabola is the locus of a point moving such that its distance from the focus is equal to its perpendicular distance from the directrix. Hence, eccentricity e = (distance to focus)/(distance to directrix) = 1.
3Which range correctly specifies the eccentricity (e) of an ellipse?
A.e = 1
B.e > 1
C.0 < e < 1
D.e = 0
Explanation: An ellipse is a closed conic section formed when a cutting plane intersects a cone at an angle less than the generator angle. Its eccentricity satisfies 0 < e < 1, meaning distance from focus is less than distance from directrix.
4What is the eccentricity (e) requirement for constructing a hyperbola?
A.e = 0
B.e < 1
C.e = 1
D.e > 1
Explanation: A hyperbola is an open double-branched curve formed when a cutting plane cuts both nappes of a cone. Its eccentricity is strictly greater than 1 (e > 1), meaning the moving point is farther from the directrix than from the focus.
5What curve is generated by a point on the circumference of a circle rolling without slipping along a straight line?
A.Cycloid
B.Epicycloid
C.Hypocycloid
D.Involute
Explanation: A cycloid is the locus of a point on the rim of a generating circle rolling along a straight directing line without sliding. The length of one complete base line cycle equals 2πr.
6What is the formula for the sum of interior angles of a regular polygon with n sides?
A.n × 180°
B.(n - 2) × 180°
C.(n + 2) × 180°
D.(2n - 1) × 90°
Explanation: The sum of interior angles of any n-sided simple polygon is given by S = (n - 2) × 180°. For example, a pentagon (n=5) has a sum of (5-2)×180° = 540°.
7What is the measure of each interior angle in a regular hexagon?
A.90°
B.108°
C.120°
D.135°
Explanation: For a regular hexagon with n = 6 sides, the sum of interior angles is (6 - 2) × 180° = 720°. Dividing by 6 gives each interior angle as 720° / 6 = 120°.
8What is the measure of each interior angle in a regular pentagon?
A.60°
B.90°
C.120°
D.108°
Explanation: For a regular pentagon (n = 5), total interior angle sum = (5 - 2) × 180° = 540°. Dividing by 5 yields 540° / 5 = 108° per interior angle.
9How many tangents can be drawn to a circle from a single point located outside the circle?
A.2
B.1
C.4
D.Infinite
Explanation: From any external point P, exactly two tangents can be drawn to a circle. The construction connects P to center O, bisects PO to find midpoint M, and draws an arc of radius MO to intersect the circle at two contact points.
10In the oblong method of constructing an ellipse, what geometric shape encloses the construction grid?
A.Square
B.Rectangle
C.Parallelogram
D.Rhombus
Explanation: The oblong method encloses the ellipse within a rectangle (oblong) whose length and breadth equal the major axis (2a) and minor axis (2b) respectively. The major and minor axes bisect the sides of this rectangle.

About the UPMSP Intermediate Technical Drawing Exam

The Uttar Pradesh UPMSP Intermediate (Class 12) Technical Drawing (Pravidhik Kala - Code 141) examination assesses students on plane geometric constructions, solid geometry sectioning, orthographic and isometric projections, scales, lettering conventions, architectural perspective, and drawing fundamentals. This 100-question practice test provides comprehensive coverage of all exam topics with detailed explanations.

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Assessment

Theory and practical board examination evaluating plain geometrical drawing, solid geometry, orthographic projection, isometric projection, lettering, scales, architectural drawing, and perspective principles.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes (195 minutes)

Passing Score

33% aggregate pass mark

Exam / Certification Fees

₹600.75 for institutional (regular) Intermediate candidates and ₹806 for private candidates for the 2026 examination, plus ₹206 per additional subject. UPMSP charges one registration fee per candidate, not per subject paper.

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25%

Plain Geometrical Drawing (समतल ज्यामिति)

Construction of regular polygons, tangents, conic sections (ellipse, parabola, hyperbola), cycloidal curves, scale conversions, and area transformations of plane figures.

25%

Solid Geometry & Sections (ठोस ज्यामिति एवं परिच्छेद)

Projections of prisms, pyramids, cylinders, cones, and spheres; cutting plane sections (horizontal, vertical, inclined); and development of lateral surfaces.

25%

Orthographic & Isometric Projections (अनुविक्षेप, उत्सेध एवं सम्मितीय दृश्य)

Principles of orthographic projection in HP and VP (First Angle vs Third Angle), auxiliary views, isometric scale ratio (0.816), and isometric drawings of regular geometrical solids.

15%

Lettering, Scales & Architectural Drawing (अक्षरांकन, मापनी एवं वास्तुकला चित्र)

Standard block lettering, Gothic and Roman lettering styles, plain scales, diagonal scales, architectural plans, and linear perspective drawing elements (vanishing points, horizon line).

10%

Drawing Principles, Materials & Nature Drawing (चित्रकला सिद्धांत एवं प्रकृति/स्मृति चित्रण)

BIS line conventions, drawing sheet standards, shade and shadow principles, light-and-shade rendering rules, and memory drawing composition guidelines.

Preparing for the UPMSP Intermediate Technical Drawing Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 33% aggregate pass mark
  • Assessment: Theory and practical board examination evaluating plain geometrical drawing, solid geometry, orthographic projection, isometric projection, lettering, scales, architectural drawing, and perspective principles.
  • Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes (195 minutes)
  • Exam / certification fees: ₹600.75 for institutional (regular) Intermediate candidates and ₹806 for private candidates for the 2026 examination, plus ₹206 per additional subject. UPMSP charges one registration fee per candidate, not per subject paper. Official sources

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UPMSP Intermediate Technical Drawing: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master geometrical constructions: practice drawing ellipses using concentric circle and oblong methods, parabolas using rectangle method, and tangents to circles.
2Understand orthographic projection conventions: remember that Elevation (Front View) is projected on VP and Plan (Top View) is projected on HP.
3Practice diagonal scale calculations: calculate Representative Fraction (RF), Length of Scale (LOS = RF × Maximum Distance), and construct divisions carefully.
4Differentiate isometric view (drawn with actual scale) from isometric projection (drawn with isometric scale of 0.816 × true length).
5Learn lettering proportions for block lettering (such as 7:4 height-to-width ratio) and Roman/Gothic character features.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is UPMSP Code 141 Technical Drawing (Pravidhik Kala)?

Subject Code 141 (Pravidhik Kala / प्राविधिक कला) is an elective technical drawing subject for Class 12 students under UP Board (UPMSP), covering geometrical drawing, solid geometry, orthographic/isometric projections, lettering, scales, and perspective.

What are the main sections tested in the UPMSP Class 12 Technical Drawing examination?

The examination tests Section A (Objective MCQs), Section B (Plain Geometrical Drawing), Section C (Solid Geometry), Section D (Orthographic & Isometric Projections), Section E (Lettering & Scale / Architectural Drawing), and Section F (Nature / Memory / Landscape Drawing).

What is the difference between First Angle and Third Angle projection in UPMSP Technical Drawing?

In First Angle Projection (commonly used in UPMSP Indian drawing standards), the object is located in the first quadrant between the observer and projection plane, placing the top view (plan) below the front view (elevation). In Third Angle Projection, the projection plane lies between observer and object, placing top view above front view.

How is a Diagonal Scale used in UPMSP Technical Drawing?

A Diagonal Scale uses the principle of similar triangles to read three consecutive units of measurement (such as meters, decimeters, and centimeters) or two units and a fraction (e.g., 1/100th of a unit).

What is the isometric scale ratio used in isometric projection?

The isometric scale ratio is approximately 0.816 (or sqrt(2/3)), meaning isometric lengths are about 81.6% of actual/true lengths.