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Which system of working is primarily used across the railway?
Which system of working is primarily used across the railway?
Under what circumstances can other systems of working be used aside from the Absolute Block and Automatic Block Systems?
Under what circumstances can other systems of working be used aside from the Absolute Block and Automatic Block Systems?
What is the main role of the Absolute Block System?
What is the main role of the Absolute Block System?
Which of the following is NOT a system of working mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a system of working mentioned?
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What systems can be used specifically on sections other than those utilizing the Automatic Block System?
What systems can be used specifically on sections other than those utilizing the Automatic Block System?
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What does not apply to the working systems detailed in these rules?
What does not apply to the working systems detailed in these rules?
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What is an essential feature of the following systems listed?
What is an essential feature of the following systems listed?
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Which of the following systems requires special instructions for its use over others?
Which of the following systems requires special instructions for its use over others?
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Which of the following statements is true concerning the Automatic Block System?
Which of the following statements is true concerning the Automatic Block System?
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Which system is mandated to be used on all sections of this railway, except where another system has been sanctioned?
Which system is mandated to be used on all sections of this railway, except where another system has been sanctioned?
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What distinguishes the General Rules regarding signals and trains from the systems detailed in the working section?
What distinguishes the General Rules regarding signals and trains from the systems detailed in the working section?
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Which system operates solely on single line sections without any dual-track options?
Which system operates solely on single line sections without any dual-track options?
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Which system requires the use of a specific ticketing process in its operational guidelines?
Which system requires the use of a specific ticketing process in its operational guidelines?
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What is a key operational characteristic of the Following Trains System?
What is a key operational characteristic of the Following Trains System?
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Which of the following systems could be considered a fallback option under conditions not specified in these rules?
Which of the following systems could be considered a fallback option under conditions not specified in these rules?
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Which system of working is utilized on all sections except where another system has been sanctioned?
Which system of working is utilized on all sections except where another system has been sanctioned?
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What is one of the systems of working that may require special instructions for its use?
What is one of the systems of working that may require special instructions for its use?
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Which of the following systems is NOT listed as a primary type of system of working?
Which of the following systems is NOT listed as a primary type of system of working?
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What system is utilized on sections that are not covered by the Automatic Block System?
What system is utilized on sections that are not covered by the Automatic Block System?
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Which system can operate on both single and double line sections?
Which system can operate on both single and double line sections?
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What type of line do sections using the Absolute Block System primarily utilize?
What type of line do sections using the Absolute Block System primarily utilize?
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Which system governs the signaling and train operations on the railway?
Which system governs the signaling and train operations on the railway?
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Which system operates primarily on dedicated double lines?
Which system operates primarily on dedicated double lines?
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Study Notes
Systems of Working
- Trains working between stations must adhere to one of six systems: Absolute Block, Automatic Block, Following Trains, Pilot Guard, Train-staff and Ticket, or One Train Only.
- The Absolute Block and Automatic Block systems are mandatory for all railways, with the exception of those specifically sanctioned to use other systems under special instructions.
- The railway uses Automatic Block on specific double-line sections:
- Secunderabad Division: Lingampally - Secunderabad Junction - Moula-ali, Hussain Sagar Jn. - Hyderabad
- Hyderabad Division: Secunderabad Junction - Kacheguda - Falaknuma, Secunderabad Junction - Bolarum
- Vijayawada Division: Vijayawada Jn - Krishna Canal Jn.
- Automatic Block is also used on the third line section between Vijayawada Jn and Krishna Canal Jn.
- All other sections of this railway utilize the Absolute Block System.
- General rules applicable to signal and train operation extend to all systems of working, unless specified otherwise.
Systems of Working
- Trains operating between stations must use one of the following systems: Absolute Block, Automatic Block, Following Trains, Pilot Guard, Train-staff and Ticket, or One Train Only.
- The Absolute Block and Automatic Block are mandatory on all railways.
- Other systems are permissible on specific portions of a railway under special instructions subject to specific conditions for each system.
- The Automatic Block System is used on:
- Double Line:
- Secunderabad Division: Lingampally – Secunderabad Junction – Moula-ali; Hussain Sagar Jn.– Hyderabad.
- Hyderabad Division: Secunderabad Junction – Kacheguda – Falaknuma; Secunderabad Junction - Bolarum
- Vijayawada Division: Vijayawada Jn – Krishna Canal Jn.
- Single Line: Vijayawada Jn – Krishna Canal Jn. (3rd Line).
- Double Line:
- The Absolute Block System is used on all other sections of the railway.
- General rules for signals and trains apply to all systems unless exceptions are explicitly stated.
Systems of Working
- Trains operating between stations must use one of several approved systems:
- Absolute Block System
- Automatic Block System
- Following Trains System
- Pilot Guard System
- Train-staff and Ticket System
- One Train Only System
- The Absolute Block and Automatic Block Systems are mandatory on all railways
- Other systems can be sanctioned under special instructions, adhering to specific conditions for each
Systems used on this railway
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Automatic Block System is used on:
- Double Lines:
- Secunderabad Division:
- Lingampally to Secunderabad Junction to Moula-ali
- Hussain Sagar Junction to Hyderabad
- Hyderabad Division:
- Secunderabad Junction to Kacheguda to Falaknuma
- Secunderabad Junction to Bolarum
- Vijayawada Division:
- Vijayawada Junction to Krishna Canal Junction
- Secunderabad Division:
- Single Lines:
- Vijayawada Junction to Krishna Canal Junction (3rd Line)
- Double Lines:
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The Absolute Block System is used on all other sections of the railway
General Rules on Signals and Trains
- All rules concerning the working of signals and trains apply to the systems of working detailed in these rules
- Exceptions may exist where specified
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This quiz covers the different systems of working for trains operating between stations, such as Absolute Block and Automatic Block. It highlights mandatory systems for railways and specific line sections where Automatic Block is applicable. Test your knowledge of these railway operational systems and their applications.
