Question 1

Minimum depth of ballast prescribed of Broad Gauge trunk lines of Indian Railways, is
A)20 cm
B)25 cm
C)30 cm
D)35 cm

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

Boxing of ballast is done
A)Under the rail
B)At the rail
C)In between two rail
D)In between two sleeper

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

Best ballast contains stones varying in size from
A)1 to 4 cm
B)1.5 to 4.5 cm
C)2 to 5 cm
D)3 to 6 cm

Accepted Answer

Ballast consisting of stones varying in size from 2 to 5 cm provides an optimal balance between stability and drainage, which is crucial for the durability and maintenance of railway tracks.

Question 4

Coal ash (or cinder) is used in initial stages of a new construction of railway for
A)Wooden sleeper
B)Steel sleeper
C)Cast iron sleeper
D)None of These

Accepted Answer

Coal ash or cinder is traditionally used under wooden sleepers in railway construction to provide a stable and well-drained foundation, enhancing the durability and lifespan of the wooden sleepers by preventing moisture retention and decay.

Question 5

In India the rails are manufactured by
A)Open hearth process
B)Duplex process
C)Both A & B
D)None of These

Accepted Answer

In India, rails are manufactured using both the Open hearth process and the Duplex process. The Open hearth process is a traditional method for making steel, while the Duplex process combines two different steelmaking methods to produce steel with desired properties.

Question 6

Rail section first designed on Indian Railways, was
A)Double headed
B)Bull headed
C)Flat footed
D)None of These

Accepted Answer

The first rail section designed on Indian Railways was the double-headed rail, which was initially used before transitioning to other types like bull-headed and flat-footed rails.

Question 7

Best wood for wooden sleepers is
A)Sal
B)Teak
C)Deodar
D)Chir

Accepted Answer

Teak is the best wood for wooden sleepers because it is durable, resistant to rot and decay, and has a high strength-to-weight ratio.

Question 8

A welded rail joint is generally
A)Support on a sleeper
B)Sipport on a metel
C)Suspended
D)None of These

Accepted Answer

A welded rail joint is generally suspended, meaning it is not directly supported by a sleeper or any other structure at the joint itself.

Question 9

The life of a wooden sleeper depends upon
A)Quality of its timber
B)Resistance to weathering
C)ability to resist decay
D)All the above

Accepted Answer

The life of a wooden sleeper depends on multiple factors including the quality of its timber, its resistance to weathering, and its ability to resist decay. All these factors collectively determine the durability and lifespan of a wooden sleeper.

Question 10

Minimum packing space provided between two sleepers, is between
A)20 to 25 cm
B)25 to 30 cm
C)30 to 35 cm
D)35 to 40 cm

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Indian Railways detects the rail flow by
A)Mitsubish Rail flow dector
B)Soni Rail flow dector
C)Audi-gauge Rail flow detector
D)Kraut Kramer Rail flow detector.

Accepted Answer

Indian Railways uses the Kraut Kramer Rail flow detector for detecting flaws in the rails. This technology helps in identifying defects that could potentially lead to accidents, ensuring safety and efficiency in railway operations.

Question 12

The place where a railway line and a road cross each other at the same level, is known as
A)Level Crossing
B)Cross over
C)Rail Junction
D)Road Junction

Accepted Answer

A level crossing is where a railway line and a road intersect at the same level, allowing road traffic to cross the railway tracks.

Question 13

On Indian Railways standard length of rails for Broad Gauge track, is
A)33 ft (10.06 m)
B)36 ft (10.97 m)
C)39 ft (11.89 m)
D)42 ft (12.8 m)

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

A mono-block sleeper has
A)Square section
B)Rectangular section
C)Trapezoidal section
D)None of These

Accepted Answer

A mono-block sleeper has a trapezoidal section. This design helps in maintaining the gauge of the track more accurately and provides better lateral stability.

Question 15

Regional Indian railways use different types of sleepers according to their
A)Availability
B)Economy
C)Design
D)All the above

Accepted Answer

Regional Indian railways select different types of sleepers based on their availability, economy, and the specific design requirements of the railway track. This ensures that the chosen sleepers are suitable for the local conditions, cost-effective, and meet the technical specifications needed for safe and efficient railway operations.

Question 16

On Indian Railways standard length of rails for Meter Gauge track, is
A)33 ft (10.06 m)
B)36 ft (10.97 m)
C)39 ft (11.89 m)
D)42 ft (12.8 m)

Accepted Answer

The answer of On Indian Railways standard length of rails...

Question 17

Sand may be used as ballast for
A)Wooden sleeper
B)Cast iron sleeper
C)Steel sleeper
D)None of These

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sand may be used as ballast for
A)Wooden...

Question 18

Rail section is generally designated by its
A)Total weight
B)Total length
C)Weight per metre length
D)Area of its cross-section

Accepted Answer

Rail sections are typically designated by their weight per metre length, which helps in identifying the type and size of rail needed for specific applications.

Question 19

In India, Metre Gauge permanent way was adopted in
A)1855
B)1871
C)1885
D)1905

Accepted Answer

In India, the Metre Gauge permanent way was adopted in 1871 to provide a more economical alternative to the Broad Gauge for less trafficked routes.

Question 20

In which institution the training of electric work is being given?
A)Indian Railways Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
B)Indian Railways Institute of Electrical Engineering
C)Railway Staff College
D)Indian Railways Institute of Civil Engineering

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 7: Indian Railway Infrastructure and Operations

Minimum depth of ballast prescribed of Broad Gauge trunk lines of Indian Railways, is

Boxing of ballast is done

Best ballast contains stones varying in size from

Coal ash (or cinder) is used in initial stages of a new construction of railway for

In India the rails are manufactured by

Rail section first designed on Indian Railways, was

Best wood for wooden sleepers is

A welded rail joint is generally

The life of a wooden sleeper depends upon

Minimum packing space provided between two sleepers, is between

Indian Railways detects the rail flow by

The place where a railway line and a road cross each other at the same level, is known as

On Indian Railways standard length of rails for Broad Gauge track, is

A mono-block sleeper has

Regional Indian railways use different types of sleepers according to their

On Indian Railways standard length of rails for Meter Gauge track, is

Sand may be used as ballast for

Rail section is generally designated by its

In India, Metre Gauge permanent way was adopted in

In which institution the training of electric work is being given?