Question

Write the full form of GRIHA:

• A. Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment
• B. Labour Rating for Integrated Heat Assessment
• C. Green Rating for Insulation Heat Assessment
• D. Labour Rating for Insulation Heat Assessment

Hint:

GRIHA is India’s equivalent of global green building rating systems like LEED, focusing on sustainability and environmental performance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: GRIHA is India’s national rating system for green buildings. It evaluates the environmental performance of buildings over their entire life cycle. Explanation:
GRIHA stands for Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment.
It was developed jointly by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India.
GRIHA promotes:
Energy efficiency,
Water conservation,
Use of sustainable materials,
Reduction of environmental impact.
Options (B), (C), and (D) are incorrect as they do not reflect the purpose or scope of the GRIHA rating system. Conclusion: The correct full form of GRIHA is Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment.
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