Q.61
Hard
If a train's length is 200 meters and it crosses a platform of 400 meters in 30 seconds, what is its speed?
A
60 km/h
B
65 km/h
C
72 km/h
D
75 km/h
Correct Answer:
C. 72 km/h
Explanation:
Total distance = 200 + 400 = 600 m; Speed = 600/30 = 20 m/s = 20 × 3.6 = 72 km/h
Q.62
Hard
In which year was the Indian Railways' 'Mission Raftar' initiative launched?
A
2015
B
2016
C
2017
D
2018
Explanation:
Mission Raftar was launched in 2016 to increase the average speed of freight and passenger trains.
Q.63
Hard
What is the current target capacity of Indian Railways to transport freight annually?
A
1000 million tonnes
B
1200 million tonnes
C
1500 million tonnes
D
2000 million tonnes
Correct Answer:
B. 1200 million tonnes
Explanation:
Indian Railways targets to transport approximately 1200-1500 million tonnes of freight annually with recent infrastructure improvements.
Q.64
Hard
The 'Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan' initiative of Indian Railways aims to:
A
Modernize all railway stations with digital facilities
B
Develop infrastructure in unconnected and remote areas
C
Increase freight operations only
D
Build high-speed rail networks across India
Correct Answer:
B. Develop infrastructure in unconnected and remote areas
Explanation:
The 'Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan' focuses on developing railway infrastructure in remote and underdeveloped regions to connect unserved areas and promote inclusive growth.
Q.65
Hard
What is the standard rail section weight used in Indian Railways (in kg/m)?
A
45 kg/m
B
52 kg/m
C
60 kg/m
D
75 kg/m
Correct Answer:
B. 52 kg/m
Explanation:
52 kg/m is the standard rail section weight commonly used on Indian Railway routes.
Q.66
Hard
Which organization is responsible for railway safety in India?
A
NITI Aayog
B
Office of Chief Safety Officer, Ministry of Railways
C
DGCA
D
National Highway Authority of India
Correct Answer:
B. Office of Chief Safety Officer, Ministry of Railways
Explanation:
The Office of Chief Safety Officer under the Ministry of Railways oversees railway safety in India.
Q.67
Hard
What is the normal track curvature radius for broad gauge on Indian Railways?
A
500 meters minimum
B
800 meters minimum
C
1000 meters minimum
D
1200 meters minimum
Correct Answer:
B. 800 meters minimum
Explanation:
The minimum track curvature radius for broad gauge is approximately 800 meters on Indian Railways.
Q.68
Hard
Which of the following is NOT a function of railway sleepers?
A
To transfer loads from rails to ballast
B
To maintain gauge distance between rails
C
To control train speed
D
To provide lateral stability to rails
Correct Answer:
C. To control train speed
Explanation:
Sleepers (ties) support rails, maintain gauge, and distribute loads; train speed control is managed by braking systems and track design, not sleepers.
Q.69
Hard
Which railway zone is the largest in terms of route kilometers?
A
Central Railway
B
Northern Railway
C
Indian Railways (entire network)
D
Southern Railway
Correct Answer:
B. Northern Railway
Explanation:
The Northern Railway zone has the largest route length among all railway zones in India.
Q.70
Hard
What is the minimum turning radius for broad gauge railway tracks?
A
200 meters
B
300 meters
C
400 meters
D
500 meters
Correct Answer:
B. 300 meters
Explanation:
The minimum turning radius for broad gauge tracks is approximately 300 meters to ensure safe operations.
