Q.271
Hard
If a train increases its speed by 20% and covers the same distance in 5 hours less, what is the original speed of the train?
A
30 km/h
B
40 km/h
C
50 km/h
D
60 km/h
Correct Answer:
C. 50 km/h
Explanation:
Let original speed = v km/h, original time = t hours. Distance = vt. New speed = 1.2v, new time = t-5. vt = 1.2v(t-5). Solving: t = 30 hours, v = 50 km/h.
Q.272
Hard
Which station is the largest railway station in the world by number of platforms?
A
Grand Central Terminal, New York
B
Pennsylvania Station, New York
C
Lucknow Railway Station, India
D
Tokyo Station, Japan
Correct Answer:
C. Lucknow Railway Station, India
Explanation:
Lucknow Railway Station in India has 6 platforms and is among the largest, though Grand Central has more functionally.
Q.273
Easy
How many railway zones are there in India as of 2024?
Explanation:
As of 2024, there are 18 railway zones in India after the creation of new zones in recent years.
Q.274
Easy
What is the gauge of most Indian railway tracks?
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:
Broad Gauge of 1676 mm is the most common gauge used in Indian Railways, covering about 90% of the network.
Q.275
Medium
Which is India's first fully electrified railway zone?
A
Central Railway
B
Western Railway
C
South Eastern Railway
D
Southern Railway
Correct Answer:
D. Southern Railway
Explanation:
Southern Railway became India's first fully electrified railway zone in 2023.
Q.276
Medium
What is the maximum speed at which Vande Bharat Express operates?
A
160 km/h
B
180 km/h
C
200 km/h
D
220 km/h
Correct Answer:
B. 180 km/h
Explanation:
Vande Bharat Express has a maximum operational speed of 180 km/h, making it one of India's fastest trains.
Q.277
Hard
If a train covers half of its journey at 60 km/h and the remaining half at 80 km/h, what is the average speed?
A
68.57 km/h
B
70 km/h
C
75 km/h
D
72 km/h
Correct Answer:
A. 68.57 km/h
Explanation:
Average speed = 2ab/(a+b) = 2×60×80/(60+80) = 9600/140 = 68.57 km/h
Q.278
Medium
Which initiative aims to modernize Indian Railways with latest technology?
A
Rail Vikas Yojana
B
Indian Railway Transformation Scheme
C
National Rail Plan 2030
D
Railway Modernization Programme
Correct Answer:
C. National Rail Plan 2030
Explanation:
National Rail Plan 2030 is India's comprehensive plan to develop railways by 2030 with focus on speed, safety, and capacity.
Q.279
Medium
What percentage of India's freight traffic is carried by railways?
Explanation:
Railways carry approximately 55% of India's freight traffic, making it crucial for cargo transportation.
Q.280
Hard
In which state is the Indian Railway Institute of Financial Management located?
A
Maharashtra
B
Uttar Pradesh
C
Delhi
D
Karnataka
Correct Answer:
A. Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Indian Railway Institute of Financial Management is located in Pune, Maharashtra.
