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In which case study did a major landslide result from poor drainage in a hill cutting?

A. Munnar Road (Kerala)

B. Mumbai-Pune Expressway

C. Shimla Bypass

D. NH-5 near Solan

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The Mumbai-Pune Expressway has had repeated landslides. A major cause was inadequate drainage in steep hill cuttings, leading to pore pressure buildup and failure.

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