Explore topic-wise MCQs in Railway Engineering.

This section includes 5 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Railway Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

What is the effect of excess of water in the subgrade?

A. Reduction in shear strength
B. Reduction in bearing capacity
C. Reduction in bearing capacity and shear strength
D. Reduction in moisture content
Answer» D. Reduction in moisture content
Discussion
2.

The soil is classified as good or other than good based on their grain size only.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
3.

What should be the value of cross slope for embankments in other than good soils?

A. 1 in 50
B. 1 in 40
C. 1 in 30
D. 1 in 60
Answer» D. 1 in 60
Discussion
4.

What can be the use of a bituminous carpet in Black cotton soil?

A. To stop the surface water from reaching the formation
B. To add lime to the surface
C. Helps in compaction
D. To keep it warm
Answer» B. To add lime to the surface
Discussion
5.

Which of the following is not true in case of Black cotton soil?

A. During dry season ballast penetrates into cracks
B. It becomes soft during rainy season
C. It gains strength with addition of water
D. Loss in moisture content results in cracks
Answer» D. Loss in moisture content results in cracks
Discussion