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Geological Engineering · Q193

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 193

Q193

In which case study did a major landslide result from poor drainage in a hill cutting?

A.
Munnar Road (Kerala)
B.
Mumbai-Pune Expressway
Answer
C.
Shimla Bypass
D.
NH-5 near Solan

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Mumbai-Pune Expressway has had repeated landslides. A major cause was inadequate drainage in steep hill cuttings, leading to pore pressure buildup and failure.