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What is the maximum weight allowed for a musical instrument carried by a passenger?
What is the maximum weight allowed for a musical instrument carried by a passenger?
If a passenger has more than one tricycle, what happens to the free allowance?
If a passenger has more than one tricycle, what happens to the free allowance?
Which of the following items can be carried in the brake van?
Which of the following items can be carried in the brake van?
What document is required for carrying an invalid chair?
What document is required for carrying an invalid chair?
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If an un-foldable cot is found with a passenger in the compartment without being booked, what will happen?
If an un-foldable cot is found with a passenger in the compartment without being booked, what will happen?
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What is the maximum chargeable distance for luggage booking?
What is the maximum chargeable distance for luggage booking?
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In which case would the railway administration be liable for loss or non-delivery of luggage?
In which case would the railway administration be liable for loss or non-delivery of luggage?
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What is the minimum charge for booking luggage?
What is the minimum charge for booking luggage?
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How much surcharge is collected on the booking of luggage?
How much surcharge is collected on the booking of luggage?
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What is required for passengers who have advance reservations to book luggage?
What is required for passengers who have advance reservations to book luggage?
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What happens if the luggage exceeds the maximum permissible weight in a passenger compartment?
What happens if the luggage exceeds the maximum permissible weight in a passenger compartment?
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What must be done at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure of the train?
What must be done at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure of the train?
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What is the minimum chargeable weight for luggage?
What is the minimum chargeable weight for luggage?
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What is the maximum dimension for luggage in the AC 3 tier class?
What is the maximum dimension for luggage in the AC 3 tier class?
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Which of the following articles is accepted as luggage when packed properly?
Which of the following articles is accepted as luggage when packed properly?
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What is the maximum weight limit for a package in the BG and MG break van?
What is the maximum weight limit for a package in the BG and MG break van?
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Which articles are not accepted as luggage due to safety concerns?
Which articles are not accepted as luggage due to safety concerns?
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What are the dimensions allowed for a package in an NG break van?
What are the dimensions allowed for a package in an NG break van?
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Which article is permitted with specific conditions for transport?
Which article is permitted with specific conditions for transport?
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Which class has the largest maximum dimension for luggage?
Which class has the largest maximum dimension for luggage?
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Which items are allowed to be carried free of charge in AC-I class?
Which items are allowed to be carried free of charge in AC-I class?
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What is the maximum permissible weight in the compartment for AC II class?
What is the maximum permissible weight in the compartment for AC II class?
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What is the maximum dimension for luggage allowed in the Air Conditioned Chair Car?
What is the maximum dimension for luggage allowed in the Air Conditioned Chair Car?
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What is the marginal allowance for the sleeper class?
What is the marginal allowance for the sleeper class?
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In terms of measuring weight for charging, what is the threshold for volume calculation?
In terms of measuring weight for charging, what is the threshold for volume calculation?
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What is the maximum limit on a child ticket in all classes except AC-3 and AC Chair Car?
What is the maximum limit on a child ticket in all classes except AC-3 and AC Chair Car?
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What is the free allowance for the IInd Class ticket?
What is the free allowance for the IInd Class ticket?
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Which of the following articles cannot be carried free in any class?
Which of the following articles cannot be carried free in any class?
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What is the free allowance for soldier tickets?
What is the free allowance for soldier tickets?
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Which formula is used for calculating the volume of conical packages?
Which formula is used for calculating the volume of conical packages?
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What is the marginal allowance for First Class tickets?
What is the marginal allowance for First Class tickets?
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What criteria make a package categorized as bulky articles?
What criteria make a package categorized as bulky articles?
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What happens if one dimension of a package exceeds the prescribed limit but the weight is under 100 kg?
What happens if one dimension of a package exceeds the prescribed limit but the weight is under 100 kg?
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What is the charge for bulky articles in terms of allowances?
What is the charge for bulky articles in terms of allowances?
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Which of the following items can be carried in a passenger compartment without a medical attendant?
Which of the following items can be carried in a passenger compartment without a medical attendant?
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What is the weight consideration for transporting two/three wheelers?
What is the weight consideration for transporting two/three wheelers?
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What conditions apply when carrying multiple televisions?
What conditions apply when carrying multiple televisions?
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In which situation is a computer allowed to be carried as luggage?
In which situation is a computer allowed to be carried as luggage?
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What is the maximum dimensional allowance for statues of different stones in the passenger compartment?
What is the maximum dimensional allowance for statues of different stones in the passenger compartment?
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What is the charge for a detected large television in a passenger compartment?
What is the charge for a detected large television in a passenger compartment?
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How must a personal computer and its accessories be carried?
How must a personal computer and its accessories be carried?
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A passenger wishes to carry a musical instrument and a tricycle. Assuming both qualify for free allowance individually, what is the correct statement regarding their free allowance?
A passenger wishes to carry a musical instrument and a tricycle. Assuming both qualify for free allowance individually, what is the correct statement regarding their free allowance?
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A passenger is found with an unbooked, unfoldable cot in their compartment. The normal freight charge for 40kg is ₹100. What is the minimum amount the passenger will be charged for the unbooked cot?
A passenger is found with an unbooked, unfoldable cot in their compartment. The normal freight charge for 40kg is ₹100. What is the minimum amount the passenger will be charged for the unbooked cot?
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A handicapped passenger with a government doctor's certificate wants to carry their motorized tricycle. Which of the following conditions MUST be met for the tricycle to be carried free in the compartment?
A handicapped passenger with a government doctor's certificate wants to carry their motorized tricycle. Which of the following conditions MUST be met for the tricycle to be carried free in the compartment?
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A passenger books an unfoldable cot for transport. The cot's actual weight is 30 kg. How will the chargeable weight be determined?
A passenger books an unfoldable cot for transport. The cot's actual weight is 30 kg. How will the chargeable weight be determined?
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A passenger wants to carry a musical instrument in addition to their luggage. The instrument's weight is 15kg and the dimensions of the package are big. How will the charges for transporting the musical instrument be calculated?
A passenger wants to carry a musical instrument in addition to their luggage. The instrument's weight is 15kg and the dimensions of the package are big. How will the charges for transporting the musical instrument be calculated?
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According to the provided rules, what constitutes 'luggage'?
According to the provided rules, what constitutes 'luggage'?
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Under what condition is a railway administration NOT liable for loss or non-delivery of luggage, according to Section 100 of the Rly Act, 1989?
Under what condition is a railway administration NOT liable for loss or non-delivery of luggage, according to Section 100 of the Rly Act, 1989?
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What is the specific additional charge levied when booking luggage in a passenger compartment above the free allowance?
What is the specific additional charge levied when booking luggage in a passenger compartment above the free allowance?
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According to the rules, what is the key difference in luggage booking between a passenger compartment and a brake van?
According to the rules, what is the key difference in luggage booking between a passenger compartment and a brake van?
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If a passenger books livestock in the brake van on Railway Risk, how will the charges be calculated?
If a passenger books livestock in the brake van on Railway Risk, how will the charges be calculated?
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What specific condition applies to luggage booking for passengers with advance reservations?
What specific condition applies to luggage booking for passengers with advance reservations?
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In which instance would free allowance not apply when booking luggage?
In which instance would free allowance not apply when booking luggage?
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If a passenger wishes to carry a securely packed tin of ghee, what is the maximum permissible weight allowed with them in the passenger compartment?
If a passenger wishes to carry a securely packed tin of ghee, what is the maximum permissible weight allowed with them in the passenger compartment?
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Which of the following scenarios permit the transport of certain offensive articles?
Which of the following scenarios permit the transport of certain offensive articles?
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What is the maximum height of a package allowed in an AC 3-tier class, when transported in the passenger compartment?
What is the maximum height of a package allowed in an AC 3-tier class, when transported in the passenger compartment?
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A passenger in an All Class (Except AC 3 tier and AC Chair Car) wishes to carry a package which is 105cm in length. How can they proceed?
A passenger in an All Class (Except AC 3 tier and AC Chair Car) wishes to carry a package which is 105cm in length. How can they proceed?
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In a Narrow Gauge (NG) break van, what is the maximum weight allowed and approximate volume of a package for transport?
In a Narrow Gauge (NG) break van, what is the maximum weight allowed and approximate volume of a package for transport?
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Which of the following items is typically not permitted within a passenger compartment, but is permitted in a break van, with specific exceptions?
Which of the following items is typically not permitted within a passenger compartment, but is permitted in a break van, with specific exceptions?
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If a passenger is travelling in an AC Chair Car what are the maximum permissible dimensions for luggage they can carry in the compartment?
If a passenger is travelling in an AC Chair Car what are the maximum permissible dimensions for luggage they can carry in the compartment?
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Which of the following articles, even when packed securely is not permissible within any class in a passenger compartment or brake van?
Which of the following articles, even when packed securely is not permissible within any class in a passenger compartment or brake van?
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A passenger is traveling in an MG break van. What is the maximum authorized weight and volume of a single package according to the allowed dimensions?
A passenger is traveling in an MG break van. What is the maximum authorized weight and volume of a single package according to the allowed dimensions?
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A passenger in AC-II class carries a tiffin carrier, a briefcase, an umbrella, and a water bottle. Which of these contributes to their free luggage allowance?
A passenger in AC-II class carries a tiffin carrier, a briefcase, an umbrella, and a water bottle. Which of these contributes to their free luggage allowance?
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A passenger with a First Class ticket has luggage weighing 60 kg. What is the amount of luggage they will be charged for?
A passenger with a First Class ticket has luggage weighing 60 kg. What is the amount of luggage they will be charged for?
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A cylindrical package has a radius of 1 decimeter and a height of 2 decimeters. What is its approximate volume in cubic decimeters?
A cylindrical package has a radius of 1 decimeter and a height of 2 decimeters. What is its approximate volume in cubic decimeters?
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A passenger in Sleeper Class has luggage weighing 48kg, how much is this overweight?
A passenger in Sleeper Class has luggage weighing 48kg, how much is this overweight?
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An adult passenger has a child ticket. What is the maximum permissible weight limit for their combined luggage in AC-II class?
An adult passenger has a child ticket. What is the maximum permissible weight limit for their combined luggage in AC-II class?
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A conical package has a radius of 2 decimeters and a height of 3 decimeters. What is its approximate volume in cubic decimeters?
A conical package has a radius of 2 decimeters and a height of 3 decimeters. What is its approximate volume in cubic decimeters?
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A passenger with an Ist Class Green Pass has luggage weighing 85kg. How much weight will they be charged for?
A passenger with an Ist Class Green Pass has luggage weighing 85kg. How much weight will they be charged for?
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A passenger traveling with a Soldier Ticket carries a bag weighing 50 kg. What is the weight they will be charged for?
A passenger traveling with a Soldier Ticket carries a bag weighing 50 kg. What is the weight they will be charged for?
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A passenger with a IInd Class Season Ticket has 18kg of luggage. How much of the luggage will they be charged for?
A passenger with a IInd Class Season Ticket has 18kg of luggage. How much of the luggage will they be charged for?
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A passenger traveling in AC III class has an actual luggage weight of 35kg. However, due to the size, the weight by measurement comes out to 45kg. What weight will be used to calculate the charges?
A passenger traveling in AC III class has an actual luggage weight of 35kg. However, due to the size, the weight by measurement comes out to 45kg. What weight will be used to calculate the charges?
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Under what circumstance would a package weighing 95 kg be classified as a bulky article?
Under what circumstance would a package weighing 95 kg be classified as a bulky article?
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What is the charging rate applied to a bulky article compared to the standard rate?
What is the charging rate applied to a bulky article compared to the standard rate?
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Where are bulky articles typically transported?
Where are bulky articles typically transported?
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An individual has a package that includes an oxygen cylinder, what documentation and conditions are required for transport within the passenger compartment?
An individual has a package that includes an oxygen cylinder, what documentation and conditions are required for transport within the passenger compartment?
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How are television sets charged when transported as luggage?
How are television sets charged when transported as luggage?
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What happens to the free allowance when a passenger carries more than one television set?
What happens to the free allowance when a passenger carries more than one television set?
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In a passenger compartment, what is the penalty for detecting a large television set that was not booked?
In a passenger compartment, what is the penalty for detecting a large television set that was not booked?
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Under what conditions can a personal computer be carried in a passenger compartment?
Under what conditions can a personal computer be carried in a passenger compartment?
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Which of the following items cannot be transported alongside a personal computer?
Which of the following items cannot be transported alongside a personal computer?
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What is the maximum permissible dimensions for the statues of different stones that a passenger is allowed to carry in the compartment?
What is the maximum permissible dimensions for the statues of different stones that a passenger is allowed to carry in the compartment?
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Flashcards
What is luggage?
What is luggage?
Items needed during the journey or immediately after, allowed in coaches without inconveniencing other passengers.
What is the Railway's liability for lost luggage?
What is the Railway's liability for lost luggage?
The Railway is not responsible for lost or undelivered luggage unless a railway servant booked it and issued a receipt. Also, for passenger-carried luggage, it must be proven railway negligence caused the loss.
What's the first requirement for booking luggage?
What's the first requirement for booking luggage?
A passenger must have a valid ticket or pass to book luggage.
Where can I book luggage on a train?
Where can I book luggage on a train?
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How do luggage booking charges differ between passenger compartment and brake van?
How do luggage booking charges differ between passenger compartment and brake van?
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What additional charge is applied to luggage booking?
What additional charge is applied to luggage booking?
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Can passengers book luggage in advance?
Can passengers book luggage in advance?
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Minimum Chargeable Weight
Minimum Chargeable Weight
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Maximum Luggage Dimension (Passenger Compartment)
Maximum Luggage Dimension (Passenger Compartment)
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Maximum Luggage Weight (Break Van)
Maximum Luggage Weight (Break Van)
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Prohibited Luggage Items
Prohibited Luggage Items
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Offensive Articles
Offensive Articles
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Dangerous, Explosive, & Inflammable Articles
Dangerous, Explosive, & Inflammable Articles
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Oily Articles
Oily Articles
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Dry Grass, Dry Leaves, Scrap Papers
Dry Grass, Dry Leaves, Scrap Papers
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Acid & Corrosive Substances
Acid & Corrosive Substances
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Free Articles
Free Articles
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Maximum Permissible Weight
Maximum Permissible Weight
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Free Allowance
Free Allowance
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Marginal Allowance
Marginal Allowance
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Weight by Measurement
Weight by Measurement
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Volume Calculation for Cylindrical Packages
Volume Calculation for Cylindrical Packages
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Volume Calculation for Conical Packages
Volume Calculation for Conical Packages
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Booking of Bulky Articles
Booking of Bulky Articles
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Weight Allowance for Child Tickets
Weight Allowance for Child Tickets
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Maximum Weight Allowance for Child Tickets
Maximum Weight Allowance for Child Tickets
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What defines a bulky article?
What defines a bulky article?
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Exception to bulky article definition?
Exception to bulky article definition?
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How are bulky articles charged?
How are bulky articles charged?
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Where are bulky articles transported?
Where are bulky articles transported?
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What are the rules for carrying oxygen cylinders on a train?
What are the rules for carrying oxygen cylinders on a train?
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What are the rules for carrying a television on a train?
What are the rules for carrying a television on a train?
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How are multiple televisions handled on a train?
How are multiple televisions handled on a train?
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What are the rules for carrying a computer on a train?
What are the rules for carrying a computer on a train?
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What are the rules for carrying statues on a train?
What are the rules for carrying statues on a train?
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What are the rules for statues and free allowance?
What are the rules for statues and free allowance?
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Musical Instruments on Trains
Musical Instruments on Trains
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Tricycles on Trains
Tricycles on Trains
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Handicap transport
Handicap transport
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Unfoldable Cots on Trains
Unfoldable Cots on Trains
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Maximum Luggage Weight
Maximum Luggage Weight
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What additional charges are applied to luggage booking?
What additional charges are applied to luggage booking?
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What is the Minimum Chargeable Weight?
What is the Minimum Chargeable Weight?
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What is the Maximum Permissible Weight?
What is the Maximum Permissible Weight?
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Booking Musical Instruments
Booking Musical Instruments
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Booking Tricycles
Booking Tricycles
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Handicap Transport Rules
Handicap Transport Rules
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Unfoldable Cot Rules
Unfoldable Cot Rules
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Bulky Articles
Bulky Articles
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Child Ticket Weight Allowance
Child Ticket Weight Allowance
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Maximum Weight for Child Tickets
Maximum Weight for Child Tickets
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Bulky Article Definition
Bulky Article Definition
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Bulky Article Exception
Bulky Article Exception
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Exception to bulky article rule?
Exception to bulky article rule?
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Where do bulky articles travel?
Where do bulky articles travel?
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Rules for carrying oxygen cylinders?
Rules for carrying oxygen cylinders?
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Rules for carrying a television?
Rules for carrying a television?
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Rules for carrying multiple TVs?
Rules for carrying multiple TVs?
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Rules for carrying a computer?
Rules for carrying a computer?
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Rules for carrying statues?
Rules for carrying statues?
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Statues and free allowance?
Statues and free allowance?
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Study Notes
Luggage Rules and Regulations
- Luggage Definition: Articles needed during or immediately after a journey that can be carried in coaches without inconveniencing other passengers.
- Railway Liability: Railways are not liable for lost or undelivered luggage unless a railway employee has booked the luggage and issued a receipt. Railway responsibility also depends on passenger negligence, or staff negligence.
- Booking Rules: Passengers must hold a valid ticket or pass. Free luggage allowance varies based on passenger class. Luggage can be booked in the passenger compartment or a brake van. Separate booking procedures apply to each.
- Booking Limits Passenger Compartment: Maximum permissible luggage is allowed, deducting the free allowance. Weight restrictions and charging rules apply. Minimum distance and weighting criteria are also specified.
- Booking Limits Brake Van: No maximum limit exists; luggage is charged at 1.5 times the "L" scale rate, unless the "S" scale rate applies. (In S-scale trains charges are collected at "S" scale). "Railway Risk" bookings may apply different rules.
- Booking Time: Luggage must be booked at least 30 minutes before departure.
- Surcharges: A 2% development surcharge applies.
- Livestock: Livestock booked in a brake van at a risk rate is subject to a 1.50 times charge of "L" scale charges. Otherwise, free allowance is not granted when luggage is booked in brake van instead luggage rate will apply.
- Advance Bookings: Advance bookings are permitted up to 24 hours prior to departure (for passengers with advance bookings). Passengers can book 24 hours in advance, excluding the date of departure.
- Minimum Distance & Weight: Minimum chargeable distance is 50 kilometers. The minimum chargeable weight for luggage is 10 kilograms.
- Dimensional Limits: Various dimensions are set for luggage in passenger compartments and brake vans.
- Forbidden Items: Offensive items, explosives, inflammable goods, and large gas cylinders, certain types of paint, dry leaves, scrap papers, acid, poultry, are restricted. Exceptions for specific cases exist. Wet skin, leather, and ghee (up to 20 kg in tins) are exceptions.
- Free Items: Items like tiffins, small bags, briefcases, umbrellas, walking sticks, water bottles, and ice boxes are often carried free in certain classes.
- Summary of Charges: Charges vary by class, luggage type, and booking location.
- Weight Calculation: If the actual weight of a package is lower than the weight obtained by measurement, then the measurement method will be used to ascertain the weight. The measurement formula uses 28 cubic decimeters or part thereof equalling 4 kg
Additional Booking Information
- Bulk Luggage: Luggage exceeding 100kg or dimensions above 100cm × 100cm × 70cm is classified as bulky luggage. Rules for bulky luggage are different from normal cases, with higher charges or storage in designated areas.
- Oxygen Cylinders: Oxygen cylinders for patients can be carried in compartments with valid medical certificates.
- Televisions: One television is permitted per passenger. Larger items are subject to rules for brake van travel. Large televisions can only be booked in brake vans.
- Computers: Personal computers with accessories are allowed. Components can be carried separately.
- Musical Instruments: One musical instrument per passenger is permitted.
- Tricycles: One tricycle is permitted per passenger, with maximum chargeable weights ranging from 20kg - 600kg dependent on type.
- Invalid Chairs, Wheelchairs, etc.: Some categories of invalid chairs, wheel chairs, motorized tricycles, and similar aids are allowed, usually with restrictions and sometimes not included in free allowance under specific circumstances.
- Cots: Unfoldable cots are allowed only in brake vans
- Other permissible items permitted items include: umbrellas, walking sticks, waters, and ice boxes, these are permitted by passenger
- Hand-carried items: Allowed for certain hand carried objects such as portable TV and Computer.
Luggage Booking Procedure
- Summary Preparation: A luggage summary is created by station staff. Details about the booking, including the name and number of packages and the weight are recorded.
- Verification: The guard verifies and documents the luggage booking.
- Handing Over: Copies of the summary and luggage ticket are handed to the guard.
- Station details: The station origination, destination, route, and date of booking are documented. This summary will also include the luggage ticket number, description of the packages, and weight. The summary and the luggage ticket copy are handed over to the guard.
- Additional Information: The summary form should include the date, name of booking station, name of destination station, route, luggage ticket number, and any remarks.
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Test your knowledge on luggage rules and regulations for railways. This quiz covers definitions, booking procedures, and liability regarding lost or undelivered luggage. Understanding these rules is essential for a smooth travel experience.