Q.61
Easy
What is the current operational speed of Vande Bharat Express trains as per 2024-25 specifications?
A
120 km/h
B
160 km/h
C
180 km/h
D
200 km/h
Correct Answer:
C. 180 km/h
Explanation:
Vande Bharat Express trains operate at a maximum speed of 180 km/h, making them significantly faster than conventional express trains.
Q.62
Easy
If a train travels at an average speed of 72 km/h for 5 hours and then at 60 km/h for 3 hours, what is the average speed for the entire journey?
A
66 km/h
B
68 km/h
C
70 km/h
D
72 km/h
Correct Answer:
B. 68 km/h
Explanation:
Total distance = (72 × 5) + (60 × 3) = 360 + 180 = 540 km. Total time = 5 + 3 = 8 hours. Average speed = 540/8 = 67.5 ≈ 68 km/h
Q.63
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.64
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.65
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.66
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.67
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.68
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.69
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.70
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.
