In ordinary residential and public buildings, the damp proof course is generally provided at (A) Ground level (B) Plinth level (C) Water table level (D) Midway ground level and water-table level

In ordinary residential and public buildings, the damp proof course is generally provided at
(A) Ground level
(B) Plinth level
(C) Water table level
(D) Midway ground level and water-table level
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Answer: Option B
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