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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 175

Q175

Which coastal infrastructure project used ground improvement via stone columns?

A.
Mumbai Trans Harbour Link
B.
Chennai Port Expansion
Answer
C.
Kochi Metro Phase I
D.
Vizhinjam Port

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
In the Chennai Port Expansion, stone columns were installed to strengthen soft marine clay and accelerate consolidation for supporting heavy port infrastructure.