IS.7894.1975:
The Indian Standard was adopted by the Indian Standard Institution after approval by Civil Engineering Divisional Council. The IS Codes covers the procedure for analyzing the stability of Earthen embankment/dam slopes for different conditions of loading to which dam/ embankments is expected to be subjected during its life time.
IS-1892-1979:
This code mainly deals with the sub surface investigation for foundations to determine the

Sequence and extent of each soil and rock stratum in the region likely to be affected by the proposed work.
Nature of each stratum and engineering properties of soil and rock which may affect the design and mode of construction of the proposed structure.
Location of ground water and possible corrosive effect of soil and water on the construction materials.