1. Which of the following is a flexible pavement?
A. Cement concrete pavement
B. Bituminous pavement
C. Interlocking tiles pavement
D. Reinforced concrete pavement
2. The CBR test is primarily used to determine:
A. Traffic volume
B. Soil bearing capacity
C. Pavement thickness
D. Drainage coefficient
3. What is the function of sub-base in road pavement?
A. Provide aesthetic appeal
B. Act as wearing course
C. Distribute load to subgrade
D. Prevent cracking
4. Rutting in flexible pavements is mainly caused by:
A. Thermal expansion
B. Improper drainage
C. Overloading
D. Tree roots
Here are today’s top headlines from India for June 11, 2025:
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📰 Headline Highlights
Centre green‑lights ₹3,063 crore Koderma–Barkakana rail link – The Union Cabinet approved the significant rail infrastructure project to enhance connectivity in Jharkhand .
Sensex & Nifty close higher – Driven by gains in IT (HCL Tech, Infosys, Tech Mahindra) and OMC firms, while banks & FMCG lagged; India VIX dropped to ~13.66 .
Monsoon advance stalled since May 29, set to pick up by June 14 – Currently active in parts of Mumbai and Sikkim‑West Bengal. Meanwhile, a severe heatwave persists in northern India .
World Bank trims India’s FY26 GDP outlook – Growth forecast lowered to 6.3% from 6.7% amid concerns over weak exports and slowing domestic investment .
Gurgaon sees season’s hottest day – Max 42.8 °C recorded; yellow alert issued till June 12. Delhi also under orange alert with temps around 45.5 °C. Relief expected from thunderstorms by June 13–15 .
Stalled monsoon gives Kolkata hope – Two cyclonic systems and trough likely to bring much‑needed showers, possibly starting Thursday .
US reaffirms strong backing to India – Washington expresses solidarity in India’s counterterrorism efforts against Pakistan‑linked threats .
Strawberry Moon peaks today – Rare major lunar standstill with spectacular golden‑orange full moon visible after sunset. Optimal viewing times: 7:15–8:00 pm IST .
Regional bank holiday – Banks closed in select states today (e.g., Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal) in observance of Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti .
Women’s FIH Pro League – Indian hockey team set to play Argentina tonight; junior women's squad beat Belgium earlier today .
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1. Bitumen is used in road construction because:
A. It is biodegradable
B. It hardens immediately
C. It provides a flexible surface
D. It has high permeability
2. Traffic volume studies are essential for:
A. Estimating soil density
B. Determining vehicle types
C. Pavement design and control
D. Designing street lights
3. Which drainage system is used to remove surface water?
A. Subsurface drain
B. Cross drain
C. Side drain
D. Longitudinal drain
4. Which of the following is not a pavement defect?
A. Rutting
B. Cracking
C. Bleeding
D. Curing
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Highway Project Civil Engineering - MCQ Paper
1. Which of the following is a flexible pavement?
A. Cement concrete pavement
B. Bituminous pavement
C. Interlocking tiles pavement
D. Reinforced concrete pavement
2. The CBR test is primarily used to determine:
A. Traffic volume
B. Soil bearing capacity
C. Pavement thickness
D. Drainage coefficient
3. What is the function of sub-base in road pavement?
A. Provide aesthetic appeal
B. Act as wearing course
C. Distribute load to subgrade
D. Prevent cracking
4. Rutting in flexible pavements is mainly caused by:
A. Thermal expansion
B. Improper drainage
C. Overloading
D. Tree roots
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The ambitious 489KM *Bilaspur-Manali- Leh Rail line* Final Survey, DPR done & now land acquisition pending. Cost is over 1.3 Lakh Crore
270 Km will be Tunnel & it will surpass China's Qinghai Tibet line to became *highest Rail line* in world at 5359 m.
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Here are today’s top headlines from India for June 11, 2025:
---
📰 Headline Highlights
Centre green‑lights ₹3,063 crore Koderma–Barkakana rail link – The Union Cabinet approved the significant rail infrastructure project to enhance connectivity in Jharkhand .
Sensex & Nifty close higher – Driven by gains in IT (HCL Tech, Infosys, Tech Mahindra) and OMC firms, while banks & FMCG lagged; India VIX dropped to ~13.66 .
Monsoon advance stalled since May 29, set to pick up by June 14 – Currently active in parts of Mumbai and Sikkim‑West Bengal. Meanwhile, a severe heatwave persists in northern India .
World Bank trims India’s FY26 GDP outlook – Growth forecast lowered to 6.3% from 6.7% amid concerns over weak exports and slowing domestic investment .
Gurgaon sees season’s hottest day – Max 42.8 °C recorded; yellow alert issued till June 12. Delhi also under orange alert with temps around 45.5 °C. Relief expected from thunderstorms by June 13–15 .
Stalled monsoon gives Kolkata hope – Two cyclonic systems and trough likely to bring much‑needed showers, possibly starting Thursday .
US reaffirms strong backing to India – Washington expresses solidarity in India’s counterterrorism efforts against Pakistan‑linked threats .
Strawberry Moon peaks today – Rare major lunar standstill with spectacular golden‑orange full moon visible after sunset. Optimal viewing times: 7:15–8:00 pm IST .
Regional bank holiday – Banks closed in select states today (e.g., Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal) in observance of Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti .
Women’s FIH Pro League – Indian hockey team set to play Argentina tonight; junior women's squad beat Belgium earlier today .
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