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This section includes 9 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Engineering Geology knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
Which type of dam cannot be constructed even on the rock foundations which are not sufficiently strong enough? |
| A. | Gravity dam |
| B. | Arch dam |
| C. | Geotechnical dam |
| D. | Embankment dam |
| Answer» B. Arch dam | |
| 2. |
Type of dam where the forces acting on the dam are transmitted onto the abutment rocks is __________ |
| A. | Gravity dam |
| B. | Arch dam |
| C. | Geotechnical dam |
| D. | Embankment dam |
| Answer» C. Geotechnical dam | |
| 3. |
The upstream face of a gravity dam is always vertical. |
| A. | True |
| B. | False |
| Answer» C. | |
| 4. |
Which type of dam usually has a triangular profile and can resist the forces by its own weight? |
| A. | Gravity dam |
| B. | Arch dam |
| C. | Geotechnical dam |
| D. | Embankment dam |
| Answer» B. Arch dam | |
| 5. |
Which is the tallest dam in India? |
| A. | Hirakud dam |
| B. | Bhakra dam |
| C. | Krishnarajasagar dam |
| D. | Nagarjun sagar dam |
| Answer» C. Krishnarajasagar dam | |
| 6. |
Which state in India has the most number of large dams? |
| A. | Karnataka |
| B. | Orissa |
| C. | Maharashtra |
| D. | Madhya Pradesh |
| Answer» D. Madhya Pradesh | |
| 7. |
The criteria to classify a dam as a large dam is __________ |
| A. | Length of the crest of the dam lesser than 500 m |
| B. | Capacity of the reservoir less than 1 million cubic meters |
| C. | Maximum flood discharge less than 2000 cubic meters/second |
| D. | Capacity of the reservoir not less than 1 million cubic meters |
| Answer» E. | |
| 8. |
Which among the following is not an objective for the construction of the dam? |
| A. | To make sure rains occur periodically |
| B. | Generation of hydropower energy |
| C. | Providing water supply for domestic and industrial purposes |
| D. | Providing irrigational facilities |
| Answer» B. Generation of hydropower energy | |
| 9. |
A solid barrier constructed at a suitable location across a river valley to impound water is called __________ |
| A. | Reservoir |
| B. | Dam |
| C. | Bridge |
| D. | Retaining wall |
| Answer» C. Bridge | |