Indian Railway GK
Q.1
Easy
In which year was the first railway line in India commissioned?
A
1850
B
1853
C
1860
D
1870
Explanation:
The first railway line in India was commissioned on April 16, 1853, between Mumbai and Thane, a distance of 34 km.
Q.2
Easy
What is the total length of Indian Railways as of 2024?
A
Approximately 65,000 km
B
Approximately 72,000 km
C
Approximately 80,000 km
D
Approximately 95,000 km
Correct Answer:
B. Approximately 72,000 km
Explanation:
As of 2024, Indian Railways operates approximately 72,000 km of track, making it the fourth largest railway network in the world.
Q.3
Easy
Which is the longest railway tunnel in India?
A
Pir Panjal Tunnel
B
Jawahar Tunnel
C
Karbude Tunnel
D
Gundel Tunnel
Correct Answer:
A. Pir Panjal Tunnel
Explanation:
The Pir Panjal Tunnel in Jammu & Kashmir, at 11.215 km, is the longest railway tunnel in India, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project.
Q.4
Easy
If a train travels 240 km in 4 hours, what is its average speed?
A
40 km/h
B
60 km/h
C
80 km/h
D
100 km/h
Correct Answer:
B. 60 km/h
Explanation:
Average speed = Distance ÷ Time = 240 ÷ 4 = 60 km/h
Q.5
Easy
What is the gauge of the majority of Indian Railways?
A
Broad Gauge (1676 mm)
B
Meter Gauge (1000 mm)
C
Narrow Gauge (762 mm)
D
Standard Gauge (1435 mm)
Correct Answer:
A. Broad Gauge (1676 mm)
Explanation:
Indian Railways primarily uses Broad Gauge of 1676 mm, which covers about 63% of the total network and allows for higher speeds and carrying capacity.
Q.6
Easy
In how many days can a train traveling at 80 km/h cover 1920 km?
A
0.5 days
B
1 day
C
1.5 days
D
2 days
Explanation:
Time = Distance ÷ Speed = 1920 ÷ 80 = 24 hours = 1 day
Q.7
Easy
What is the minimum age to apply for Railway Group D positions as per 2024 notifications?
A
16 years
B
18 years
C
21 years
D
25 years
Correct Answer:
B. 18 years
Explanation:
The minimum age to apply for Railway Group D positions is 18 years, with the maximum age limit varying between 28-33 years depending on category and zone.
Q.8
Easy
In which year was the Indian Railways established?
A
1853
B
1947
C
1951
D
1900
Explanation:
Indian Railways was established in 1853 with the first railway line between Bombay and Thane.
Q.9
Easy
Which railway zone has the highest number of stations in India?
A
Northern Railway
B
Central Railway
C
Indian Railways (All India)
D
Southern Railway
Correct Answer:
A. Northern Railway
Explanation:
Northern Railway zone operates the maximum number of stations across its network.
Q.10
Easy
What is the total length of Indian Railways network as of 2024?
A
About 65,000 km
B
About 68,000 km
C
About 72,000 km
D
About 80,000 km
Correct Answer:
B. About 68,000 km
Explanation:
The Indian Railways network spans approximately 68,000 km, making it one of the largest in the world.
