Train Loading Class Rates Quiz

This is a printed document used to book goods or livestock on Indian Railways.

This document is an agreement between the railway administration and the person sending the goods.

The Forwarding Note is a free, legal document that doesn't require any tax stamps.

The Consignor, the person sending the goods, must provide information about the packing condition of the items.

The Forwarding Note is split into two parts: the front part, filled by the Consignor, and the back part, completed by the Railway employee.

This type of Forwarding Note is used for general goods and livestock.

This form is specifically for booking dangerous and explosive goods.

This form allows frequent shippers to book parcels directly at a station, simplifying the process.

The process of ensuring goods are correctly declared, packed, and accepted for transportation by train.

A document filled out by the sender detailing the goods being transported by train.

A penalty imposed for falsely declaring goods or for transporting prohibited items.

The act of providing false information about the goods being transported.

A document summarizing the number of wagons needed at each station, considering factors like priority orders, bans, and registration dates.

The legal requirement for senders to accurately declare the goods on the Forwarding Note to ensure the correct freight charges are applied.

A list prepared based on registered indent requests, indicating the number of wagons needed and informing the Section Controller.

The Railway's responsibility to check goods at the destination station to prevent mis-declarations and enforce bans on prohibited goods.

This charge applies when goods are declared at a lower rate than what they should be charged for based on their actual classification.

If a lower rate is obtained by mis-declaring goods at the destination station, the penalty charges will be four times the applicable rate for the entire route.

If packages within a consignment are mis-declared to get a lower rate, penalty charges are applied only to the mis-declared group at four times the applicable rate for that group.

If a whole container is mis-declared for a lower rate, the penalty is four times the applicable haulage rate.

If restricted goods are found loaded and booked in a container, the penalty is four times the highest haulage rate.

The main purpose of this process is to keep goods safe during transport by preventing damage, loss, and mixing with other consignments.

It's a mandatory requirement of the Indian Railways Act that goods be packed adequately. Damaged packages need to be documented on the Forwarding Note and Railway Receipt.

These specific conditions are provided in the General Classification of Goods book and help ensure the safe transport of goods.

Pocket labels are used to identify the type of goods in a wagon and are placed in the outside and inside pockets of the wagon (a total of four).

Seal cards are attached to covered wagons with seals to ensure the goods remain secure. They include details about the consignment and are also used for booking various types of goods.

Marking helps to track and manage the consignment by providing details about the goods. It helps ensure the right items reach the right destination and prevents mixing or loss.

Marking includes elements like the names of the Consignor (sender) and Consignee (receiver), the forwarding and destination stations, the trademark, and the number of packages.

This marking is done by railway employees to add critical information like forwarding station code, full Railway receipt number, and destination details.

Electronic In-motion-Weigh-bridge (EIMWB) helps prevent overloading, reduce revenue leakage, minimize delays, and ensure accurate freight calculation.

EIMWBs are strategically placed at loading points to systematically monitor the weight of goods before they are transported.

Implementing clear PLM (Packing, Labeling, and Marking) rules contributes significantly to the efficient and accurate delivery of goods. It leads to fewer claims and a better financial standing for the railways.

A special rate for train load consignments where the goods originate from one place and end at two places, or vice versa.

Two places served by the same serving station, one of which can be a siding.

Two independent booking point sidings under a single serving station.

Higher freight rates are charged if a wagon carries multiple commodities.

A minimum of 10 wagons must be loaded from each point for rakes loaded from or to two points.

Indents for BCN and BCNHL groups are interchangeable for rake allocation.

Indents for BOST and BRB/BRNA/BRNAHS/BFNS groups are interchangeable for rake allocation.

The serial number given to consignments booked between two stations.

A system used by Indian Railways to categorize goods for charging purposes, with 23 classes ranging from LR3)A (lowest) to 200 (highest).

Goods classified as 'Low Rated' are typically cheaper to transport due to their weight, volume, and less risk of damage during transit.

When goods are transported as a full wagon load, the freight cost is 10% higher compared to the same goods shipped as a full train load.

It's a table listing the base freight rates for both Train Load and Wagon Load shipments, based on the 'Class Rate' assigned to the commodity.

The 'General Classification Book' is a comprehensive document containing details about various goods, including their characteristics, packing requirements, and associated classification.

The 'Group Number' helps to organize and categorize different goods within the 'General Classification Book'.

It's a type of shipment where the goods are loaded by the consignor directly into the railway wagons, as opposed to the goods being loaded by railway staff.

The 'Wagon Registration Fee' is a charge collected from the consignor whenever they register their request for railway wagons for a Wagon Load consignment.

Packing conditions are the guidelines for how goods should be packaged for safe and efficient transport by rail. They cover materials, methods, and special requirements based on the type of goods.

This type of packing applies to bagged items like cement, grains, and flour. It ensures the bags are strong and appropriate for the contents.

Loose or bulk items like coal, stones, or fodder are classified under this packing category. It often doesn't require specific packaging but may require bundling for stability.

Textiles, handloom goods, and similar materials need to be packed securely in bales, boxes, or other containers to prevent damage.

This packing type is for items like soap, machinery, tools, appliances, and milk products, requiring protection and stability during transport.

Liquid items like edible oil or bitumen need leak-proof containers like tins, barrels, or drums to prevent spills and accidents.

Vehicles being transported by rail have specific packing conditions to ensure safety and prevent damage. This includes no oil or gas in the vehicle and separate packaging for detachable parts.

A grouping of commodities with similar characteristics, assigned a specific number by Indian Railways to simplify freight rate calculation.

A system where a fixed rate per kilometer is charged regardless of the type of goods loaded in the wagon. Used for container traffic.

Special discounted rates offered for specific commodities between specific pairs of stations to attract more traffic and compete with road transport.

Rates fixed for specific services like Freight Forwarder Scheme and Merry-Go-Round, offering benefits if specific conditions are met.

The process of determining the correct freight rate for a commodity based on its characteristics, transportation cost, and other factors.

Goods that are cheaper to transport due to their weight, volume, and less risk of damage during transit.

A comprehensive document containing details about various goods, including their characteristics, packing requirements, and associated classification.

A table that lists the base freight rates for both train loads and wagon loads, based on the commodity's 'class rate'.

A system used by Indian Railways to categorize goods for charging purposes, with 23 classes ranging from LR3)A (lowest) to 200 (highest).

A register used to track inward invoices for goods transported by rail, including details like station, distance, route, invoice number, railway receipt, date, and employee signature.

A book containing detailed information about different types of goods, including their classifications, packing requirements, and associated rates.

A specific rate that applies to train load consignments, where the goods are loaded from one point and unloaded at two destinations, or vice versa. This rate is based on specific rules and destinations.