Railway Operations and Terminology Quiz

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What type of earnings does option (c) refer to?

Goods earning

Passenger earning

Sundry other earnings

Both passenger and goods earning (correct)

What is the correct full form of PRIMES?

Passenger Reservation Information Management Enhanced System (correct)

Passenger Related Information Management System

Primary Information about Employees Services

Progressive Information On Modules of Employees

What is the validity of a medical certificate for deaf and dumb?

2 years

5 years

Until revoked

1 year (correct)

What does I Post Ticket refer to?

India Post ticket Signup and view all the answers

What is the full form of JPO?

Junior Personal Officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the current ARP in Railways?

90 days Signup and view all the answers

Each EFT consists of how many foils?

5 foils Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the app to check your salary details?

HRMS Signup and view all the answers

What does UTS stand for?

unreserved ticketing system Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty amount raised for a missing ticket under UTS?

Rs 1500/- Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about GST on passenger tickets is correct?

GST is levied only on higher class passenger tickets Signup and view all the answers

How is the charge for Monthly Season Tickets calculated in relation to single journey tickets?

1 ½ times of the single journey ticket Signup and view all the answers

What is the validity period of a Privilege Pass?

5 months Signup and view all the answers

What does RTC stand for in railway terminology?

Rail Travel Concession Signup and view all the answers

How many digits are in a PNR?

10 digits Signup and view all the answers

What are the charges for mis-declaration of commodity in a container?

4 times of the highest container class rate Signup and view all the answers

What percentage is the congestion charge leviable on goods traffic booked to Bangladesh?

25% Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate of Premium Charge under the Premium Indent Scheme?

15% Signup and view all the answers

What is the amount of Wagon Registration Fee per rake?

Rs. 50000/- Signup and view all the answers

What does NTR stand for in goods traffic?

Normal Tariff Rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the GST rate on the transportation of goods?

18% Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight limit above which a bulky surcharge is applicable on parcel packages?

70 Kg Signup and view all the answers

At what weight will dogs be charged at scale ‘L’ when carried in a break-van?

40 Kgs Signup and view all the answers

What is the liability of railway administration for an elephant unless declared for a higher value?

Rs. 6000/- Signup and view all the answers

What penalty is imposed for excess weight found in a leased compartment in addition to the freight charge?

Rs. 10,000/- Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum stoppage time required at an intermediate station for loading/unloading by parcel lease holders of SLRs?

5 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the preservation period for EFT Accounts according to the specified options?

18 months or more in case of any debit raised Signup and view all the answers

Which code book contains the record preservation period details?

AccountsCode pt I appendix IX Signup and view all the answers

What detail is not included in the EFT?

Distance Signup and view all the answers

Who receives the MPR from the accounts office?

PFA Signup and view all the answers

When is the Half Yearly Report conducted?

30th June and 31st December Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the clearance of an Error Sheet?

Account it in the balance sheet as admitted or not admitted debit Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty imposed by the TTE for irregular travel categorized under?

Miscellaneous Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to issue EFT books to TTEs?

CTI Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the Quarterly season ticket based on the Monthly season ticket?

2.7 times the monthly season ticket Signup and view all the answers

What does the abbreviation RTC stand for?

Railway Travel Certificate Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Commodity Mis-declaration Charges

If a commodity is mis-declared in a container, the charge is 4 times the highest container class rate.

Congestion Charge

A 25% congestion charge is levied on goods traffic booked to Bangladesh.

Premium Indent Scheme

The rate of premium charge under the Premium Indent Scheme is 15%.

Wagon Registration Fee

The wagon registration fee per rake is Rs. 50000.

Goods Traffic Tariff

NTR in goods traffic stands for Normal Tariff Rate.

Goods and Services Tax (GST) on Transportation

The GST rate on transportation of goods is 5%.

Permissible Carrying Capacity (PCC)

PCC in goods traffic stands for Permissible Carrying Capacity.

Electronic Transmission Railway Receipt (eTRR)

eTRR stands for Electronic Transmission Railway Receipt.

Error Sheet Time Limit

The time limit for raising an error sheet for undercharges is 6 months from the date of transaction.

Busy Season Surcharge

Busy Season Surcharge is levied on POL (Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants).

GST Exemptions

Agricultural produce and railway material/equipment are GST-exempt.

Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS)

UTS stands for Unreserved Ticketing System.
If a ticket is missing under UTS, a debit of Rs. 1500 is raised.

GST on Passenger Tickets

GST is levied only on higher class passenger tickets.

Monthly Season Tickets

The charges for monthly season tickets are 1 ½ times the single journey ticket.

Passenger Reservation System (PRS)

PRS stands for Passenger Reservation System.

Privilege Pass Validity

The current validity period for a Privilege Pass is 5 months.

Rail Travel Concession (RTC)

RTC stands for Rail Travel Concession.
RTCs are issued to MLAs.

Passenger Name Record (PNR)

PNR has 10 digits.

Point of Sale (POS)

POS stands for Point of Sale.

Railway Reservation System Backup

CRIS and EDPM maintain the railway reservation system backup.

Railway Time Table Earnings

Railway time table sales fall under sundry other earnings.

Passenger Reservation Information Management Enhanced System (PRIMES)

PRIMES stands for Passenger Reservation Information Management Enhanced System.

Medical Certificate Validity

The validity period for a medical certificate for deaf and dumb individuals is 5 years.

Indian Post Office Ticket (I post Ticket)

I-post Ticket refers to a ticket issued by the Indian Post Office.

Joint Procedure Order (JPO)

JPO stands for Joint Procedure Order.

Advance Reservation Period (ARP)

The current ARP in Railways is 120 days.

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

Each EFT consists of 3 foils.

Human Resource Management System (HRMS)

HRMS stands for Human Resource Management system.

Error Sheet Clearance

The first step in clearing an error sheet involves documenting it as either admitted or un-admitted debit in the balance sheet.

Irregular Travel Penalty

Irregular travel penalties are documented under "other coaching".

EFT Books Issuance

CTI issues EFT books to TTEs.

Traffic Accounts Office Location

Traffic Accounts Offices are located at the zonal railway level.

Quarterly Season Tickets

Quarterly season tickets are 2.7 times the monthly season ticket.

E-ticket Printing

Passengers print e-tickets themselves.

Indian Railway Ticket (I-Ticket)

I-Ticket refers to Internet Ticket

Advance Booking for I-Tickets

I-tickets can be booked up to 3 days in advance.

Indrail Pass

Indrail Pass is issued to foreign tourists.

Bulk Booking

Bulk booking involves groups of 6 or more passengers travelling together on the same train, date, and class.

Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP)

MUTP refers to Mumbai Urban Transport Project

Retired Employees' RELHS Credits

RELHS amounts from retiring employees go to the pension fund.

Duplicate Tickets and Mutilated Tickets

No duplicate tickets can be issued for mutilated, waitlisted tickets; issuing a duplicate before chart preparation is also prohibited.

Positive Traffic Suspense reflects efficiency and the accumulation of unrealised revenue.
Key components of Traffic Suspense are station outstanding, AOB, cash in transit, and recoverable demands.

Bulky Parcel Surcharge

Bulky surcharge applies to parcels weighing more than 100 kg.

Parcel Dogs

Dogs carried in break-vans are charged at scale L for up to 30 kg.

Parcel Forwarding Notes

Four types of forwarding notes are used for booking parcels.

Railway Liability for Elephants

Railway liability for elephants is Rs. 6,000 unless the declared higher value is paid.

Excess Luggage Charges

Passengers with unbooked or partially booked luggage exceeding free allowance will be charged 6 times the L-scale rate.

Railway Responsibility for Animals/Perishables

Railway responsibilities end once transit is over.

Leasing Contract Participation

Only category A-registered holders can participate in parcel van tender bidding.

Excess Weight Penalty

10,000 penalty is imposed on excess weight in lease compartments.

Loading/Unloading Facilities

Loading/unloading for parcel lease-holders is permitted only at stations with stoppage time ≥ 5 minutes.

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Test your knowledge on various railway operations and terminology with this comprehensive quiz. It covers topics like PRIMES, UTS, earnings types, and ticket regulations. Validate your understanding of key terms and operational details in the railway sector.