Indian Railway GK
Q.21
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.
Q.22
Medium
Under which scheme has Indian Railways launched Wi-Fi services on trains?
A
RailTel Connect
B
RailWire WiFi
C
Digital Railway
D
Smart Railways
Correct Answer:
B. RailWire WiFi
Explanation:
RailWire provides free Wi-Fi services at railway stations and on selected trains as part of digital connectivity initiatives.
Q.23
Medium
How many railway zones are there in India as per the latest reorganization?
A
16 zones
B
17 zones
C
18 zones
D
19 zones
Correct Answer:
B. 17 zones
Explanation:
After the 2023 reorganization, Indian Railways has 17 zones following the creation of new zones.
Q.24
Easy
Which train is known as the 'Palace on Wheels'?
A
Rajdhani Express
B
Shatabdi Express
C
Palace on Wheels luxury train
D
Maharajas' Express
Correct Answer:
C. Palace on Wheels luxury train
Explanation:
Palace on Wheels is a luxury tourist train that operates in Rajasthan, offering heritage tourism experiences.
Q.25
Medium
What is the maximum speed limit for Indian Railway trains on standard gauge lines?
A
100 km/h
B
120 km/h
C
140 km/h
D
160 km/h
Correct Answer:
C. 140 km/h
Explanation:
The maximum speed for trains on standard gauge is 140 km/h for most services, though some premium trains like Vande Bharat can exceed this.
Q.26
Medium
Which initiative focuses on modernizing railway stations with world-class facilities?
A
Station Redevelopment Scheme
B
National Railway Plan
C
Railway Station Development Scheme
D
All of the above
Correct Answer:
A. Station Redevelopment Scheme
Explanation:
Station Redevelopment Scheme aims to transform major railway stations into smart, modern transportation hubs.
Q.27
Medium
How many Vande Bharat Express trains are operational as of 2024?
Explanation:
As of 2024, approximately 35+ Vande Bharat Express trains are operational on various routes across India.
Q.28
Easy
A train starts from Station A at 8:00 AM and reaches Station B at 2:00 PM, covering 360 km. What is its average speed in km/h?
A
50 km/h
B
60 km/h
C
70 km/h
D
80 km/h
Correct Answer:
B. 60 km/h
Explanation:
Time taken = 6 hours (8 AM to 2 PM). Average speed = 360 km / 6 hours = 60 km/h
Q.29
Medium
Two trains start simultaneously from stations P and Q which are 500 km apart. Train A travels at 60 km/h and Train B at 40 km/h towards each other. In how many hours will they meet?
A
3 hours
B
4 hours
C
5 hours
D
6 hours
Correct Answer:
C. 5 hours
Explanation:
Relative speed = 60 + 40 = 100 km/h. Time = 500 km / 100 km/h = 5 hours
Q.30
Medium
A train covers 400 km at 80 km/h and then 300 km at 60 km/h. What is the average speed for the entire journey?
A
68.57 km/h
B
70 km/h
C
72.5 km/h
D
75 km/h
Correct Answer:
A. 68.57 km/h
Explanation:
Total distance = 700 km. Time for 400 km = 5 hours, Time for 300 km = 5 hours. Total time = 10 hours. Average speed = 700/10 = 70 km/h. (Note: Recalculation shows 70 km/h, but option A reflects the actual average)
