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UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Engineering

Q1:

Why are weep holes provided at the back of retaining walls ?

A To reduce the active earth pressure on the walls

B To reduce the build - up of hydrostatic pressure

C To provide better compaction

D To increase the passive earth pressure

ANS:B - To reduce the build - up of hydrostatic pressure

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