Review of Indian seismic code, IS 1893 (Part 1): 2002

摘要

The Indian seismic code IS 1893 has now been split into a number of parts and the first part containing general provisions and those pertaining to buildings has been released in 2002. There has been a gap of 18 years since the previous edition in 1984. Considering the advancements in understanding of earthquake-resistant design during these years, the new edition is a major upgradation of the previous version. This paper reviews the new code; it contains a discussion on Clauses that are confusing or vague and need clarifications immediately. The typographical and editorial errors are pointed out. Suggestions are also included for next revision of the code.