Code: 101401Civil Engineering4th Semester4 Examination Papers

Civil Engineering- Societal & Global Impact

Official Bihar Engineering University examination question papers, marks distribution, and questions transcript. Available exam sessions: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022.

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Official Exam Paper TranscriptB.Tech 4th Semester Examination, 2025
Bihar Engineering University, Patna
B.Tech 4th Semester Exam., 2025

Civil Engineering-Societal & Global Impact

Time: 03 HoursCode: 101401Semester: IVFull Marks: 70

Instructions:

  1. The marks are indicated in the right-hand margin.
  2. There are NINE questions in this paper.
  3. Attempt FIVE questions in all.
  4. Question No. 1 is compulsory.
Q.1 Choose the correct option / answer the following (Any seven question only):[2 x 7 = 14]

  1. Which of the following is a traditional method of solid waste management?

    1. Composting
    2. Waste-to-energy
    3. Recycling
    4. Landfilling

  2. Which of the following methods is used for hazardous waste treatment?

    1. Incineration
    2. All of the above
    3. Landfilling
    4. Chemical neutralization

  3. What is the main function of dams in flood control?

    1. Generating electricity
    2. Storing water to control downstream flooding
    3. Providing water for irrigation
    4. Diverting water to reservoirs

  4. How does GIS help in disaster management?

    1. By predicting weather events
    2. By monitoring air pollution
    3. By mapping disaster-prone areas and planning evacuation routes
    4. By providing real-time traffic data

  5. Which of the following was a negative environmental consequence of the Green Revolution?

    1. Increased soil fertility
    2. Decrease in deforestation
    3. Excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides
    4. Improved water conservation

  6. By how much has atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration increased ever since the Industrial Revolution?

    1. 20%
    2. 10%
    3. 40%
    4. 60%

  7. What is the main purpose of a railway signaling system?

    1. To prevent train accidents
    2. To monitor train speed
    3. To provide communication between stations
    4. To generate electricity

  8. The structural concrete slab panels can be repaired by ____________

    1. Internal bonding
    2. External bonding
    3. Stress bonding
    4. Layered bonding

  9. The preparation of the subgrade does not involve

    1. Grading
    2. Site clearance
    3. Compaction
    4. Spreading

  10. Bituminous material is used in highway construction primarily because of them

    1. Cementing and waterproof properties
    2. High specific gravity
    3. Load-bearing capacity
    4. Black colour which facilitates
Q.2 Solve both questions :[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. What are multi-purpose water projects, and why are they important?

  2. What are the methods for the conservation, repair, and rehabilitation of structures and heritage buildings?

Q.3 Solve both questions :[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. What are intelligent/smart buildings, and how do they enhance sustainability?

  2. What is sound control in built environments, and why is it important?

Q.4 Solve both questions :[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. Define LEED ratings and EIA. What is hyper loops? How it can play a role in futuristic growth of nation.

  2. Define Ocean thermal energy conversion. Why it is in news now a days?

Q.5 Solve both questions :[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. What are the benefits of using Lean Construction in civil engineering projects?

  2. How can civil engineering projects reduce their carbon footprint?

Q.6 Solve both questions :[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. Recently which energy is declared as renewable energy by GOI? How it can have impact on the total energy generation of country?

  2. How does the infrastructure development & growth of the nation can have effects on employments and living standards of people?

Q.7 Solve both questions :[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. What are the major environmental concerns in modern times?

  2. What role do policies play in environmental management?

Q.8 Solve both questions :[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. Examine the role of GIS in modern urban planning and environmental monitoring.

  2. Enlist the modern engineering marvels of India. Describe any one of them in detail.

Q.9 Write short notes on any two of the following:[7 x 2 = 14]

  1. Various goals of sustainable development

  2. Environment Protection Acts

  3. Global warming

  4. Green Infrastructure

Related Official Syllabus

Transportation Engineering

101401

Official BEU curriculum units & topics for this examination subject.

Unit 1.0: Highway development and planning

Classification of roads • Road development in India • Current road projects in India • Highway alignment and project preparation

Unit 2.0: Geometric design of highways

Introduction • Highway cross section elements • Sight distance • Design of horizontal alignment • Design of vertical alignment • Design of intersections • Problems

Unit 3.0: Traffic engineering & control

Traffic Characteristics • Traffic engineering studies • Traffic flow and capacity

Unit 4.0: Traffic regulation and control

Traffic regulation and control • Design of road intersections • Design of parking facilities • Highway lighting • Problems

Unit 5.0: Pavement materials

Materials used in Highway Construction • Soils • Stone aggregates • Bituminous binders • Bituminous paving mixes • Portland cement and cement concrete: desirable properties • Tests • Requirements for different types of pavements • Problems

View Complete 4th Semester Syllabus

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