Knowledge Booster: Operating Paper Edition (22 Mar 2026)
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Q1. Which of the following is an economical, unreserved, superfast Mail/Express service ? , , / ? [ निम्नलिखित में से कौन एक किफायती, अनारक्षित, सुपरफास्ट मेल/एक्सप्रेस सेवा है? ,, /? ]
- A)
- B) Humsafar exp. [ हमसाफ़र एक्सप। ]
- C) Antyodaya exp. [ एंटायोडाय एक्सप। ]
- D) Garib rath [ गरीब रथ ]
Correct Answer: None of these [ इनमें से कोई नहीं ]
Explanation: None of these [ इनमें से कोई नहीं ]
Q2. In respect of Railways, which expenditure is "charged" on the Consolidated Fund of India ? "" ? [ रेलवे के संबंध में, भारत के समेकित फंड पर कौन सा व्यय "शुल्क" है? ""? ]
- A) Salary, allowance etc. payable to or in respect of the CAG
- B) Sums required to satisfy any judgement of any Court
- C) Arbitration awards where made into rule of Court
- D) All of these
Correct Answer: All of these
Explanation: All of these
Q3. Provisions regarding dismissal etc. of Railway servant are contained in article ….. of the Constitution. .. [ रेलवे सेवक की बर्खास्तगी आदि के बारे में प्रावधान संविधान के अनुच्छेद… .. में निहित हैं। .. ]
- A) 356
- B) 365
- C) 315
- D) 311
Correct Answer: 311
Explanation: 311
Q4. According to the Disaster Management Plan, what is CBRN ? , ? [ आपदा प्रबंधन योजना के अनुसार, CBRN क्या है? ,? ]
- A) Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear.
- B) Critical Backup Resource Network
- C) Critical Bottleneck of Railway Network
- D) Central Bank of Railway Network
Correct Answer: Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear.
Explanation: Follow up to Pre caution order regarding track circuit signal failure shall be cancelled on certification of repairs by ____________. Semaphore shunt signal has arm Semaphore shunt signals in Indian Railways have a miniature semaphore arm that is square-ended. Arm Design The front of the arm is red with a white bar parallel to the end, while the back is white with a black bar. Signal Positions In the ON (stop) position, the arm is horizontal with a red light at night. In the OFF position, it inclines 45°-60° below horizontal with a green light. This applies under special instructions in both two-aspect and multiple-aspect territories. TI/SM/PWI shall test detonators once in __________ TI/SM/PWI shall test detonators once in every 12 months. Testing Protocol Testing is mandated annually to verify detonator effectiveness, using an empty wagon at 8-11 kmph with 2-3 detonators per batch. Records must be maintained up-to-date. Shelf Life Extension Initial shelf life is 5 years, extendable to 8 years with tests at year 5 and annually thereafter if satisfactory; conducted by a supervisor or Sr. Supervisor. Which is the largest railway junction in India by routes? Mathura Junction is the largest railway junction in India by number of routes. Key Facts It features seven distinct routes emerging from the station, connecting to major lines like Delhi-Mumbai, Agra, and others across North India. This surpasses other major junctions like Vijayawada or Itarsi, which typically have fewer originatingMathura Junction is the largest railway junction in India by number of routes. Key Details It features seven distinct routes emerging from the station, connecting to major lines like Delhi-Mumbai, Agra, and others across North India. This surpasses other major junctions like Itarsi or Vijayawada, which typically have fewer independent lines. Station Facts Mathura has 10 platforms and serves as a critical hub under North Central Railway, handling high traffic to Delhi, Mumbai, and eastern routes. What is the full-form of IRFC? IRFC stands for Indian Railway Finance Corporation. Overview It serves as the dedicated financing arm of Indian Railways, established on December 12, 1986, to raise funds from domestic and overseas capital markets for railway expansion and operations. Role and Status A Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, it's registered as a Systemically Important Non-Deposit Taking NBFC with RBI, managing leasing of railway assets worth over ₹4.6 lakh crore as of 2025. Procedure for imposing Major Penalties is prescribed in Rule …. of DAR. ….. I Procedure for imposing Major Penalties is prescribed in Rule 9 of DAR (Railway Servants (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, 1968). Rule Overview Rule 9 outlines the detailed process, including issuance of charge sheet (SF-5), opportunity for defense, inquiry by an Inquiry Officer or Board, and final order by the Disciplinary Authority. Key Steps Preliminary inquiry to establish prima facie case. Major charge sheet with list of documents and witnesses. Personal hearing and representation before penalty imposition. Rule 11 Rule 11 of the Railway Servants (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, 1968 (DAR) prescribes the procedure for imposing minor penalties. Key Provisions It requires issuing a charge sheet in Standard Form No. 11, allowing 10 days for explanation, and conducting an oral inquiry if needed for penalties like censure, fine, or withholding increments (clauses i-iv of Rule 6). Special Cases For certain minor penalties under Rule 11(1)(b) or 11(2), a formal inquiry is mandatory, ensuring natural justice before final orders. According to the Disaster Management Plan, what is CBRN ? CBRN stands for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear. Disaster Management Context In Indian Railways' Disaster Management Plan (NDMP and DRM plans), CBRN refers to emergencies involving chemical agents, biological pathogens, radiological materials, or nuclear incidents—such as derailments with hazardous cargo releases or terror threats.
Q5. Which departments are responsible for contracts with siding owners? ? [ साइडिंग मालिकों के साथ अनुबंध के लिए कौन से विभाग जिम्मेदार हैं? ? ]
- A)
- B) Operating and Commercial [ संचालन और वाणिज्यिक ]
- C) Engineering and Commercial [ अभियांत्रिकी और वाणिज्यिक ]
- D) Operating and Engineering [ संचालन और इंजीनियरिंग ]
Correct Answer: Engineering and Accounts [ अभियांत्रिकी और लेखा ]
Explanation: Engineering and Accounts [ अभियांत्रिकी और लेखा ]
Q6. The average speed of a superfast train is at least.... .... [ सुपरफास्ट ट्रेन की औसत गति कम से कम है ...। ]
- A)
- B) 75 Kmph [ 75 किमी प्रति घंटे ]
- C) 65 Kmph [ 65 किमी प्रति घंटे ]
- D) 55 Kmph [ 55 किमी प्रति घंटे ]
Correct Answer: 90 Kmph [ 90 किमी प्रति घंटे ]
Explanation: 90 Kmph [ 90 किमी प्रति घंटे ]
Q7. Committee of Parliament on Official Language consists of how many members from the Lok Sabha ? ? [ आधिकारिक भाषा पर संसद की समिति में लोकसभा के कितने सदस्य शामिल हैं? ? ]
- A) 10
- B) 30
- C) 20
- D) 25
Correct Answer: 20
Explanation: 20
Q8. According to the Railway Services Conduct Rules, which of the following activities is permissible for a Railway servant ? , ? [ रेलवे सेवाओं के आचरण नियमों के अनुसार, एक रेलवे सेवक के लिए निम्नलिखित गतिविधियों में से कौन सी गतिविधि अनुमति है? ,? ]
- A) Performing election duty in Lok Sabha elections
- B) Becoming member of a political party
- C) Displaying political party's symbols on residence
- D) Acting as polling agent of a candidate in an election to state legislature
Correct Answer: Performing election duty in Lok Sabha elections
Explanation: Performing election duty in Lok Sabha elections
Q9. Who is responsible for the availability, helpfulness and good conduct of station porters ? , ? [ स्टेशन पोर्टर्स की उपलब्धता, सहायक और अच्छे आचरण के लिए कौन जिम्मेदार है? ,? ]
- A)
- B) Supervisory SM/ Station Manager [ पर्यवेक्षी एसएम/ स्टेशन प्रबंधक ]
- C) Traffic Inspector [ यातायात निरीक्ष् ]
- D) Commercial Inspector [ वाणिज्य निरीक्षक ]
Correct Answer: Booking Clerk [ बुकिंग क्लर्क ]
Explanation: Booking Clerk [ बुकिंग क्लर्क ]
Q10. A consignment has a gross clearance of 23 cm from minimum fixed structure profile. What will be its ODC class ? 23 ? [ एक खेप में न्यूनतम निश्चित संरचना प्रोफ़ाइल से 23 सेमी की सकल निकासी होती है। इसका ODC वर्ग क्या होगा? 23? ]
- A) A
- B) B
- C) C
- D) Not permitted as ODC
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: A
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