Geotechnical Engineering
Origin of Soils
Marks 1
Definitions and Properties of Soils
Marks 1Marks 2
Classification of Soils and Clay Mineralogy
Marks 1
Effective Stress and Permeability
Marks 1Marks 2
Seepage Analysis
Marks 1Marks 2
Compaction of Soil
Marks 1Marks 2
Compressibility and Consolidation
Marks 1Marks 2
Shear Strength of Soil
Marks 1Marks 2
Stress Distribution of Soil
Marks 1Marks 2
Retaining Wall and Earth Pressure
Marks 1Marks 2
Stability of Slopes
Marks 1Marks 2
Shallow Foundation
Marks 1Marks 2
Pile Foundation
Marks 1Marks 2
Soil Stabilization
Marks 1
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GATE CE 2023 Set 1
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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A possible slope failure is shown in the figure. Three soil samples are taken from different locations (I, II and III) of the potential failure plane. Which is the most appropriate shear strength test for each of the sample to identify the failure mechanism? Identify the correct combination from the following options:

P : Triaxial compression test

Q : Triaxial extension test

R : Direct shear or shear box test

S : Vane shear test

GATE CE 2023 Set 1 Geotechnical Engineering - Stability of Slopes Question 3 English
A
I - Q, II - R, III - P
B
I - R, II - P, III - Q
C
I - S, II - Q, III - R
D
I - P, II - R, III - Q 
Questions Asked from Marks 1
GATE CE Subjects
Engineering Mechanics
Strength of Materials Or Solid Mechanics
Structural Analysis
Construction Material and Management
Reinforced Cement Concrete
Steel Structures
Geotechnical Engineering
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines
Hydrology
Irrigation
Geomatics Engineering Or Surveying
Environmental Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Engineering Mathematics
General Aptitude