GATE Architecture/Planning 2016

 Question: Which of the following parametric conditions will provide the most suitable land for              intensive development of settlement?

            (A)       slope ≈ 4 %; soil ≈ silty loam aggregate; depth of water table ≈ 6 metres;

                        vegetation ≈ moderate

            (B)       slope ≈ 20 %; soil ≈ aggregate sand; depth of water table ≈ 30 metres;

                        vegetation ≈ barren

            (C)       slope ≈ 2 %; soil ≈ clay; depth of water table ≈ 1 metre; vegetation ≈ moderate

            (D)       slope ≈ 10 %; soil ≈ sandy loam; depth of water table ≈ 15 metres;

                        vegetation ≈ dense

            Answer: (A)     slope ≈ 4 %; soil ≈ silty loam aggregate; depth of water table ≈ 6 metres;

                                    vegetation ≈ moderate