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What does MEMU stand for in railway terminology?

Multiple Electric Unit Line

Massive Electric Multiple Utilization

Main Electric Multiple Unit

Main Line Electric Multiple Unit (correct)

What is the prescribed loading tolerance for a wagon?

15 percent

5 percent

10 percent (correct)

20 percent

Who is the chairman of the Central Hindi Committee?

The Secretary of Education

The President of India

The Minister of Railways

The Prime Minister (correct)

What is defined as the minimum clearance between consignments and fixed structures during shunting operations?

Running Condition Signup and view all the answers

What must occur for a line to be cleared for incoming trains in a single-station system?

A train on the G line must cross the home signal by half its length Signup and view all the answers

In the event of a serious accident, who leads the panel of officers if the Railway Safety Commissioner cannot investigate?

Chief Railway Safety Commissioner Signup and view all the answers

What does GIS stand for in railway operations?

Geographic Information System Signup and view all the answers

Which type of signal is referred to in a double distance signal system?

Inert Distance Signal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not considered a type of marshalling yard?

Crossover yard Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum percentage of pensionary commutation available?

50% Signup and view all the answers

How many days of Leave on Duty can be accumulated for railway employees?

315 days Signup and view all the answers

Which document is used as the standard form for suspension?

Form 14 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of funding for Indian Railways' capital expenditure projects?

Internal resource generation Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum technical eligibility criteria established for services?

SC (Service Condition) Signup and view all the answers

How much family pension is provided after the death of an employee?

30% of basic pay Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of members that can be issued a privilege pass?

Five members Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum allowable speed for a train crossing a single line or curve?

25 km/h Signup and view all the answers

How long must a loco pilot wait before placing a stopped signal in the 'On' position during the day?

1 minute Signup and view all the answers

Which committee's decision is final in the case of disputes regarding policy interpretation?

The Chief Operations Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Schedule of Preferential Traffic Loads issued by the Central Government?

To prioritize essential commodities Signup and view all the answers

What is the speed limit for an Over Dimensional Consignment (ODC) of category 'P' in broad gauge?

25 km/h Signup and view all the answers

How long after an accident must a derailed train be removed during the day?

30 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum distance from the home signal required for a control office to provide a 'line clear' signal?

100 meters Signup and view all the answers

What statistical figure is derived by dividing Total Goods Wagon Train Kilometers by Total Goods Train Engine Kilometers?

Wagon Utilization Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Commercial Department in railway operations?

To prepare statistical figures for wagon utilization Signup and view all the answers

How often do meetings of the Official Language Implementation Committee on the Indian Railways occur?

Quarterly Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by a white cross mark on a signal?

Special signal Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for classifying traffic into categories A, B, C, and D?

To prioritize train movements Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Railway Question Paper

MEMU stands for Main Line Electric Multiple Unit.
MEMU trains offer higher acceleration and retardation compared to trains pulled by conventional locomotives.
MEMU was introduced by Indian Railways in 1993.
The Prime Minister is the Chairman of the Central Hindi Committee.
Appendix of the Station Operating Rules details the list of essential equipment provided at the station.
Minimum clearance between consignments and fixed structures during shunting operations is known as Running Condition.
Railway servants are prohibited from consuming any alcoholic drinks within 4 hours before commencement and during duty.
The loading tolerance for a wagon is 10 percent.
Double distance signals can be used in a single line system. The first signal is placed 1000 meters before the first signal or gate signal, called the Inert Distance Signal. The second distance signal is placed 1000 meters from the Inert Distance Signal.
If a serious accident involving a coaching train cannot be investigated by the Railway Safety Commissioner, the investigation will be conducted by a panel of officers headed by the Chief Railway Safety Commissioner (CRSC).
GIS (Geographic Information System) application allows managers to utilize geographical information.
GIS applications offer features like tracking of goods trains, passenger and goods trains, regional comparisons of traffic, unforeseen traffic at transhipment sites, daily performance analysis, and others.
In a single-station only system, no line is cleared for incoming trains unless a train on the G line has crossed the home signal by at least half the length of the train.
Approved Special Instructions are issued by CRS (Railway Safety Commissioner).
Special Instructions are issued by POM (Principal Operations Manager).
Running staff for goods operations are generally booked on the principle of General Manager.
CRIS (Centre for Railway Information Systems) is the Railway Ministry's organization, known for its unique blend of expertise and experience, enabling it to successfully manage and improve complex railway IT systems.
Train operations between stations must be controlled according to the standard timing set by the Government of India, disseminated at all major railway stations daily at 16:00 hours.
The Chairman of the Official language implementation committee in Major Cities is the senior Central Government Officer located in that city.
A loco pilot, with marker, must wait for 1 minute during the day and 2 minutes at night before placing a stopped signal in the "On" position.
In a double line, a speed of 25 km/h is maintained when communication systems are functioning and 10 km/h with clear visibility.
GPS stands for Global Positioning System.
Movement of wagons and traffic is regulated by the Schedule of Preferential Traffic Loads issued by the Central Government under Section 71 of the Railways Act, 1989. This ensures essential commodities and urgent movements receive priority during times of insufficient transport.
Traffic is classified into categories A, B, C, and D, with lower categories having no preference over those in higher categories.
After an accident, the derailed train must be removed in 30 minutes during the day and 45 minutes at night. Accident relief time is 30 minutes in the day and 45 minutes at night. 20 minutes for single exit and 15 minutes for double exit.
Before taking a train out of the yard, details like description, medical details of the guard, and training details of the guard and driver are verified.
Information on the operating staff's condition, duty commencement and end times, and roster helps in improving staff efficiency and productivity.
Train accidents are classified from A to R. The letters not included in the classification are I, O, and U.
The light that signalizes a train is visible when the signal is set.
Passenger trains should reach junction and important stations at least 5 minutes before their scheduled time.
Meetings of the Official Language Implementation Committee on Indian Railways take place quarterly.
The Senior Divisional Mechanical Engineer or Divisional Mechanical Engineer is not involved in approving standard working rules of establishment.
In case of a dispute regarding policy interpretation, the Chief Operations Manager's decision is final and binding.
Models included under Operations Information Systems are Yard management system, Terminal Management System, Locomotive Repair Management System, Safety Management System (SMS), and Statistics System.
The Online Question Order is generated through the Integrated Coaching Management System (ICMS).
According to Official Language Rules, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands fall in the "K" region.
A free pass is provided to every railway employee.
Interlocking standards require all running lines and tracks to be interlocked.
A railway employee is eligible for a minimum of 8 hours of rest out of station if duty is less than 8 hours.
Total Goods Wagon Train Kilometers divided by Total Goods Train Engine Kilometers gives the statistical figure of Wagon Utilization.
This statistical figure is prepared by the Commercial Department.
Section 113 of the Railway Act, 1989 states that Accidents should be reported to the Railway Safety Commissioner.
The area capacity is calculated based on Approved Special Instructions.
In a double line, blocking forward can be done.
"Mil" is an abbreviation for Military Traffic.
The NDA (National Disaster Management Authority) is the Apex body in India to deal with disasters holistically. The chairman of the Authority is the Honorable Prime Minister.
Food grains and levy sugar under the Public Distribution System are categorized in Preference Traffic Order under Primary Priority.
In case of natural calamities, preference will be given based on the severity of the calamity and the urgency of the need.
A white cross mark on a signal indicates a special signal, governed by the Railway Board.
The CMS (Coaching Management System) was introduced to provide optimum and effective utilization of coaching stock, staff training, and monitoring.
The maximum speed allowed is 25 km/h when a train is crossing a curve or on a single line.
ETRR stands for Electronic Transmission of Railway Receipts.
A minimum distance of 100 meters from the home signal is required for work station, CO (Control Office), to provide a "line clear" signal.
A Committee for accident inquiry reports must be submitted to the DRM (Divisional Railway Manager).
The Parliamentary Official Language Committee has 30 members.
The speed of an ODC (Over Dimensional Consignment) of category "P" in a broad gauge should not exceed a speed of 25 km/h on both lines.
A special train is a train not forming part of the regular timetable.
GPS in MEMU trains enables loco pilots to know the exact distance and aspect of approaching signals.
The priority of goods trains depends on the priority of the wagon's availability.
Wagon Turn Around can be improved by increasing the average speed of goods trains, minimizing detention of wagons, and minimizing handling time for wagons.
The Online Question Order is generated through the ICMS (Integrated Coaching Management System).
The formula for calculating the capacity of a line is the running time in minutes of the slowest train on the rolling stock of the line.
A marshalling yard is a facility for sorting and assembling rail wagons.
There are various types of marshalling yards, and "cross-over yard" is not a type of marshalling yard.
ATS (Automatic Train Protection) system, developed by RDSO (Research Designs and Standards Organisation), has been named "Kavach".
Hindi Diwas is celebrated on 14th September every year.
BTAP wagons are used in the loading of fly-ash, alumina, and cement.
A wagon's brake system operates on the pneumatic principle.
Documents under Section 33 of the Official Language Act will be issued in Hindi.
A complimentary pass is granted after 20 years of continuous service.
The maximum percentage of pensionary commutation is 50%.
A privilege pass can be issued for a maximum of five members, including dependents.
Documents that form an integral part of the contract are Railway Retirement, Leave on Duty, and Leave on Duty Extension.
The maximum limit for Leave on Duty is 300 days on retirement.
The maximum amount of "Desi Raj" is ₹9000.
The revenue of the government flows into the Consolidated Fund of India, as per Article 266 of the Indian Constitution.
The accepting authority of the Attendance Committee recommendation should be at the level "Touching".
The highest statutory audit organization in India is the Controller and Auditor General of India.
The CAG is appointed by the President of India.
The time limit for appeal under Regulation 5 is 60 days.
The standard form used for suspension is "Form 14".
The maximum number of days that can be accumulated for medical leave is 300 days + 15 days.
The rule outlining the process for issuing leave on duty is R 103.
The budget estimates are presented to Parliament in the form of Demands for Grants as per Article 112 of the Constitution of India.
The minimum technical eligibility criteria for services is set as per SC (Service Condition).
The railway budget was merged with the general budget in 2017-18.
The primary source of funding for Indian Railways capital expenditure projects is Internal resource generation.
The period for Police Custody for a railway employee to be considered in deemed suspension is 48 hours.
All the demands of the railway are now under Demand No. 83, after the budget merger with the general budget.
A Check used by the Railway Accounts Office in financial transactions is called a Pay and Accounts Office Cheque.
The percentage of pension provided to a family pension after the death of an employee is 30% of the basic pay, but not less than ₹9000.
Bids received before the opening time but after the closing date and time are called Late bids.
The maximum duration of Leave on Duty for Railway employees is 300 days.

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