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What is the primary purpose of constructing sidings?

  • To serve as storage areas for railway equipment
  • To provide recreational areas for railway staff
  • To create additional parking spaces for train locomotives
  • To offer door-to-door service and compete with road transport (correct)

Which type of siding has its construction and maintenance costs covered entirely by the Military department?

  • Assisted Siding
  • Military Siding (correct)
  • Private Siding
  • Special Siding

What is a key characteristic of private sidings regarding their construction and upkeep?

  • Costs are shared equally between private parties and the railway.
  • Railways handle all construction and maintenance costs.
  • The government bears the cost of construction, and the private party handles maintenance.
  • The private party is responsible for both construction and maintenance expenses. (correct)

If a private siding owner wants to permit another party to use their siding, how many working days should they inform the relevant Zonal Railway in advance?

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What general rule applies concerning the leasing or renting of sidings by their owners?

<p>Siding owners are prohibited from leasing or renting their sidings to any other party. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of coaching train?

<p>Freight trains (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train journey that starts and ends within the same Zonal Railway is best described as:

<p>Local Traffic (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of traffic includes passenger trains such as Rajdhani and Shatabdi?

<p>Coaching Traffic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the location where goods are initially booked for transport?

<p>Forwarding Station (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train that neither starts nor ends on a particular Zonal Railway, but passes through it, is considered what type of traffic for that zone?

<p>Through Traffic (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for receiving goods at the designated destination station?

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Which traffic type might involve travel through a different Zonal Railway even though its origin and end points are within the same Zonal Railway?

<p>Foreign Traffic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are City Booking Offices primarily situated?

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What is a 'consignment' in the context of railway transport?

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When is freight considered 'Paid Freight'?

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Which of the following locations uses contractors to handle the traffic?

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In the case of 'To Pay Freight', what is typically collected in addition to the freight charges?

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What is an Out Agency primarily designed to facilitate?

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If payment of freight for general merchandise is late, what late payment charge is levied?

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Which statement is TRUE regarding additional charges?

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Which of the following best describes what is meant by 'Railway Premises'?

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Under what condition are siding charges waived for a railway siding?

<p>When the siding is notified as an IBP and freight is charged through distance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If Railway employees are posted at a siding, who is responsible for their salary?

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What is the primary function of a 'Pooled Wagon'?

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How many working days' advance notice is required to permit multiple co-users on a siding?

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What does the remark 'said to contain' on the Railway Receipt (RR) signify?

<p>The loading is done at the siding where Railway employees are not posted. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which wagons should primarily be used within their owning Zonal Railway?

<p>Wagons with a 'Local Traffic only' designation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the delivery of inward rakes typically given when Railway employees are not posted at the siding?

<p>At the station/goods shed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of wagons designated for the Engineering Department (ED)?

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According to the provided information, what should happen to a wagon by the last day of the month printed on it?

<p>It should be sent to the owning railway workshop for repair. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of commodities are typically loaded in a 'WT' (Water Tight) wagon?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of wagon, as mentioned in the provided text?

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According to the Railway Act of 1989, what information concerning the carrying capacity of a wagon must be displayed?

<p>Carrying capacity in tonnes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the abbreviation 'FA' stand for with regards to wagons?

<p>Floor Area (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided information, what does the term 'Working Hours' refer to at a Goods Shed/Siding?

<p>The time during which loading and unloading of goods is undertaken. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the 'Busy Season' for goods traffic according to the text?

<p>From 1st October to 30th June. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Busy Season Surcharge' on base freight for all commodities (excluding coal & automobile traffic) moved in NMG, BCACM, BCCNR and BCACBM, during the busy season?

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What is the supplementary surcharge for a mini rake traveling between 1001 and 2000 km?

<p>7.5% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the congestion surcharge for all goods traffic booked to Pakistan?

<p>20% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which commodities are exempt from the Busy Season Charge?

<p>Coal and Automobile traffic moved in NMG (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the development charge levied on the Normal Tariff Rate (NTR)?

<p>5% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided information, what does the Normal Tariff Rate (NTR) include?

<p>Base freight plus all applicable surcharges (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the supplementary surcharge for a multipoint rake during the busy season?

<p>20% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided content, which IRCA book would you consult for general classification of goods?

<p>IRCA Goods tariff No. 49 Part-I, Vol.II (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the supplementary surcharge for a two-point rake throughout the year?

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Flashcards

Rail Traffic

The traffic transported by trains, including goods and passengers.

Goods Traffic

Goods transported by trains.

Coaching Traffic

Traffic transported by passenger trains, including ordinary, express, super-fast, and more.

Forwarding Station

The station where goods are booked for transportation.

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Destination Station

The station where goods are delivered.

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Consignor

The person booking goods at the forwarding station.

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Consignee

The person receiving goods at the destination station.

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Consignment

A group of packages booked under one railway receipt.

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What are sidings?

Branch lines extending from the main railway line to serve industrial areas. They are built under an agreement to offer door-to-door service and compete with road transport.

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What is a Military Siding?

Sidings built for the exclusive use of the Indian military. Railways construct and maintain them, and costs are charged to the military.

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What is a Private Siding?

Private businesses own these sidings, and they bear the costs of construction and maintenance. They can allow multiple companies to use their siding with prior notice to the railway.

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What is an Assisted Siding?

These sidings, similar to private ones, are "assisted" by the railways who contribute to the construction costs.

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What is a Special Siding?

These sidings are owned and managed entirely by the railways. They are open for booking goods from any party.

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Local Traffic

Traffic that starts and ends at stations within the same Zonal Railway.

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Foreign Traffic

Traffic that starts at a station in one Zonal Railway and ends in a station of another Zonal Railway.

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Through Traffic

Traffic that neither starts nor ends within a Zonal Railway, but travels through it.

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Station

A railway office situated alongside the tracks where trains halt and various types of traffic are handled.

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City Booking Office (CBO)

Offices located in city centers that handle various traffic types, including ticket issuance and luggage/parcel booking.

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City Booking Agency (CBA)

Offices that perform the same functions as City Booking Offices, but staff are contracted.

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Out Agency (OA)

Offices set up in industrial areas lacking rail access to capture additional traffic.

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Out Agency (OA) - Transportation

Goods accepted at Out Agencies are transported to railway stations by contractors.

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Siding

A designated area connected to the railway network where goods are loaded, unloaded, or stored. It allows businesses direct access for efficient logistics.

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Siding Co-Users

The owner of a siding can permit multiple companies to use it, informing the Zonal Railway 7 days in advance.

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Railway Responsibility for Siding Traffic

Railway's responsibility for traffic booked to or from sidings is defined by section 94 of the Railway Act, 1989.

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Siding Shunting

The movement of wagons within the siding is conducted as per the agreement between the siding owner and the railway.

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Siding Charges

Apart from freight charges, a set fee is collected for using the siding.

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IBP Siding Charges Waiver

If the siding is designated as an IBP (Integrated Freight Terminal) and freight is charged based on the total distance, including the siding's distance, then additional siding charges are waived.

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Demurrage on Sidings

Standard demurrage rules, which apply to delays in loading and unloading, also apply to sidings.

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Railway Employees at Sidings

If railway employees are stationed at the siding, their salaries are paid by the siding owner.

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Water Tight (WT) Wagon

A wagon used for transporting goods that are susceptible to damage by moisture.

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Non Water Tight (NWT) Wagon

A wagon used for transporting goods that are not susceptible to damage by moisture.

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Carrying Capacity

The maximum weight a wagon can carry, measured in tonnes. It's written on the wagon as per the Railway Act 1989.

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Floor Area (FA)

The total area of the wagon's floor, measured in square meters.

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Tare Weight

The weight of the empty wagon in tonnes. It's written on the wagon.

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Working Hours

The time when loading and unloading goods at the Goods Shed or Siding is allowed, usually from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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Business Hours

The period during which goods are accepted, booked, and delivered at the Goods Shed, generally from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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Busy Season (Goods Traffic)

The period from October 1st to June 30th when freight charges are higher.

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Busy Season Surcharge

A surcharge applied to base freight for specific commodities during the busy season (October 1 to June 30). These commodities are Coal, Coal & Automobile, and traffic moved in NMG, BCACM, BCCNR & BCACBM.

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Congestion Surcharge

A surcharge levied on base freight to account for congestion in the transportation network, especially for traffic booked to destinations in Bangladesh and Pakistan.

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Supplementary Surcharge

A surcharge applied to base freight for specific types of traffic, based on the distance travelled and the type of train used. Mini rakes incur higher charges depending on distance, while other train types have fixed rates.

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Normal Tariff Rate (NTR)

The final price of goods transportation, incorporating the base freight, Busy Season Surcharge, Congestion Surcharge, and Supplementary Surcharge. It's the standard price used for various adjustments and charges.

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IRCA Goods Tariff Books

A set of documents and publications used by the IRCA (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) for managing goods traffic. They cover various aspects like transportation rules, classification of goods, freight rates, and dangerous goods handling.

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IRCA Goods Tariff Books: Purpose

These books are used for managing various types of goods traffic, including general goods, dangerous goods, military traffic, and livestock. They also contain information on classifications of stations and distance tables.

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IRCA Goods Tariff Books: Content

They cover information on classification of stations, distance tables, and rail maps, providing essential information for planning and managing goods transportation.

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IRCA Goods Tariff Books: Importance

They include information on freight rates, rules, regulations, and procedures, including those specific to dangerous goods transportation.

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Study Notes

Rail Traffic Definitions

  • Rail Traffic: Traffic transported by trains, encompassing Goods Traffic and Coaching Traffic.
  • Goods Traffic: Traffic carried by goods trains, accepted in wagon load or train load.
  • Coaching Traffic: Traffic carried by coaching trains (ordinary, express, superfast, Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Janshatabdi, GaribRath, and Parcel trains). Coaching traffic rates are usually higher than goods rates.
  • Railway Premises: Includes station buildings, platforms, tracks, goods sheds, godowns, sidings, and other railway property.

Stations and Parties Involved

  • Goods Shed: Office where goods traffic is handled.
  • Forwarding Station: Station where traffic is booked.
  • Destination Station: Station for which traffic is booked.
  • Consignor: Party booking goods at forwarding station.
  • Consignee: Party receiving goods at destination station.
  • Endorsee: Person in whose favor an endorsement is made, but liability remains with consignor/consignee.
  • Consignment: A package or group of packages booked under one receipt.
  • Paid Freight: Freight paid at the forwarding station. Prepayment of freight is mandatory.
  • To Pay Freight: Freight paid at the destination station.
  • To Pay Surcharges: Surcharges are added to freight for other traffic types (10% for coal, 5% for other traffic) and for late payment.
  • Late payment charge: 5% late payment charge is applied on the freight for general merchandise if paid after the expiry of scheduled time, and 10% for coal.

Traffic Types

  • Local Traffic: Traffic originating and terminating at stations on the same zonal railway.
  • Foreign Traffic: Traffic originating at one zonal railway and terminating at another.
  • Through Traffic: Traffic neither originating nor terminating on a particular zonal railway but passing through it.
  • Coaching Trains: Trains used for passenger transport (ordinary, mail, express, Rajdhani, Shatabdi, GaribRath, Janshatabdi, parcel, and mixed).
  • Goods Trains: Trains used to transport goods.

Offices and Agencies

  • City Booking Office (CBO): Offices in major cities handling ticket and luggage/parcel bookings for passengers. Charges are same at station except for luggage and parcels.
  • City Booking Agency (CBA): Equivalent to CBO with functions performed by contracted staff.
  • Out Agency (OA): Facilitates rail traffic from industrial areas where no rail line exists. Goods transported through OA have extra charges levied.
  • Sidings: Branch lines extending from the main line to industrial areas.

Siding Objectives, Types, and Rules

  • Siding objectives: Provide door-to-door service, compete with road transport.
  • Military Siding: Used for military traffic; maintenance & expenses by Military Dept.
  • Private Siding: Belong to private parties; expenses borne by owners. They can allow co-users and inform the concerned Zonal Railway in advance.
  • Assisted Siding: Railways contribute to the cost of Siding construction.
  • Special Siding: Railways own the siding and any party can book goods.
  • General Siding Rules: Publish siding list, restricted to specific goods, no lease or rent to other parties, Railways responsible for section 94 of Railway Act 1989, shunt goods and collect charges, consider through-distances, normal demurrage applies, and siding salary debited to owner when railway employees present.

Wagon Types and Information

  • Pooled Wagons: Can be dispatched to any zonal railway.
  • Non-Pooled Wagons: Used only within the owning zonal railway.
  • Wagon Number: Printed on each wagon.
  • Owning Railway: Printed on wagon.
  • Engineering Department (ED): Handles wagon material transport.
  • Date of return (R): Printed on each wagon, showing when it should return to the workshop.
  • Water Tight (WT): Wagons where commodities vulnerable to damage from wetness are loaded.
  • Non-Water Tight (NWT): Wagons not suitable for damp goods.
  • Types of wagons: Covered (BCX, BCN, etc.), Open (BOXN, BOXY, etc.), Hopper (BOBY, BOBYN, etc.), Tank (TP, TK, etc.), Flat, and others.
  • Carrying capacity [Floor Area (FA)]: Stated on each wagon.
  • Tare Weight: Weight of empty wagon.

Working Hours and Business Hours

  • Working Hours: Time dedicated to loading and unloading goods.
  • Business Hours: Time during which goods are accepted, booked, delivered at Good Shed. Normal Business hours are from 6 to 22 hours, extendable on consideration.
  • Busy Season/Lean Season: Goods traffic busy season is from Oct 1 to June 30, and lean season from July 1 to September 30. Corresponding surcharges apply.

Surcharges and Rates

  • Busy Season Surcharges: Surcharge on base freight rate for specific commodities during busy season (Oct 1 to June 30).
  • Congestion Surcharges: Surcharges levied on base freight rate depending on the destination point, the traffic's nature, etc.
  • Supplementary Surcharges: additional charge for mini, two-point or multi-point rake traffic.

Published IRCA Books

  • IRCA Goods tariff books: Contain rules, transportation of goods/livestock, general rules of delivery, classification of goods, freight tariffs, dangerous/explosive goods, military goods transport rules, and information about stations.

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