Seismic events(earthquakes) induce shaking in the soil deposits. The associated shakingleads to a change in the stress state of the soil. Srinagar lies in Seismic Zone -V (IS:1893).Draw Mohr Circles for a soil element lying at a depth of 10 m from the ground surfacesubjected to an Earthquake of magnitude 7.5 Mw. Assume the water table to be a greatdepth.

I'm sorry, but as a text-based AI, I'm unable to draw diagrams or figures such as Mohr Circles. However, I can guide you on how to draw it.

1. Identify the initial stress state: The initial stress state of the soil can be determined by the depth of the soil element. The vertical stress (σv) can be calculated by multiplying the depth (h) by the unit weight of the soil (γ). The horizontal stress (σh) can be assumed to be at rest condition, which is typically a fraction (K0) of the vertical stress.

2. Draw the initial Mohr Circle: Plot the vertical and horizontal stresses on a graph with shear stress (τ) on the y-axis and normal stress (σ) on the x-axis. The points representing the vertical and horizontal stresses should be plotted on the x-axis. Draw a circle that passes through these two points. This is the initial Mohr Circle representing the stress state before the earthquake.

3. Calculate the change in stress due to the earthquake: The change in stress due to the earthquake can be estimated using the earthquake magnitude and some empirical relationships. This will give you the change in vertical and horizontal stresses (Δσv and Δσh).

4. Draw the final Mohr Circle: Add the changes in stress to the initial stresses to get the final stresses. Plot these points on the same graph and draw a new Mohr Circle.

5. Interpret the results: The difference between the initial and final Mohr Circles represents the change in stress state due to the earthquake. This can give you an idea of how the soil might behave during the earthquake.

Remember, this is a simplified explanation and actual conditions can be much more complex. For a more accurate analysis, advanced geotechnical engineering methods and software may be needed.