Railway Zones — Set 4
Indian Railways · रेलवे ज़ोन · Questions 31–40 of 70
Which railway zone is responsible for the Kalka-Shimla Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Correct Answer: D. Northern Railway
The Northern Railway (NR) manages the historic Kalka-Shimla mountain railway. This line is famous for its scenic beauty and over 100 tunnels. It was built during the British era to provide easier access to the summer capital, Shimla.
The South Central Railway's headquarters building in Secunderabad is named?
Correct Answer: A. Rail Nilayam
The headquarters building of South Central Railway is famously known as 'Rail Nilayam'. It is one of the most prominent administrative buildings in Secunderabad. The zone is known for its high efficiency and numerous awards for cleanliness.
The Gorakhpur-based North Eastern Railway primarily serves which two neighboring countries through border stations?
Correct Answer: D. Nepal and Bhutan
NER provides rail connectivity to Nepal and Bhutan through several border stations in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. This makes the zone strategically important for international trade and travel with the Himalayan neighbors. Gorakhpur serves as the gateway to these regions.
Which zone is the only one in India to have its headquarters in the state of Bihar?
Correct Answer: D. East Central Railway
The East Central Railway (ECR) is headquartered in Hajipur, which is the only zonal headquarters in Bihar. It was created to provide a more localized administration for the dense network in the state. Hajipur is also known for its historical and commercial importance.
The headquarters of the East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar, is housed in a building named?
Correct Answer: D. Rail Sadan
The headquarters of the East Coast Railway is located in 'Rail Sadan' in Bhubaneswar. The zone was officially functional from 2003. It primarily handles bulk cargo like coal, minerals, and steel, making it highly productive.
The Western Railway zone includes the Mumbai suburban railway lines on which side of the city?
Correct Answer: A. Western side
The Western Railway operates the suburban services on the western side of Mumbai, running from Churchgate up to Dahanu Road. This is one of the densest and busiest commuter rail networks in the world. It is distinct from the Central line operated by Central Railway.
In which city is the headquarters of the West Central Railway, which was the first 100% electrified zone?
Correct Answer: D. Jabalpur
The headquarters of the West Central Railway is located in Jabalpur. It achieved the milestone of 100% electrification in 2021. Jabalpur is a major rail junction that connects North and South India.
Which railway zone has the most divisions under its administration?
Correct Answer: A. Northern Railway
The Northern Railway (NR) has the maximum number of divisions: Ambala, Delhi, Firozpur, Lucknow, and Moradabad. This reflects the vast geographical and operational scale of the zone. It handles some of the highest passenger volumes in the country.
The Garden Reach area in Kolkata was originally the site of the headquarters of which pre-independence railway?
Correct Answer: B. Bengal Nagpur Railway
Garden Reach was the headquarters of the Bengal Nagpur Railway (BNR), which was later reorganized as the South Eastern Railway. The BNR was instrumental in developing the rail network in the mineral-rich tribal belts. The BNR logo featured a tiger, which is still visible in some heritage structures.
Which zone manages the rail network in the Union Territory of Ladakh?
Correct Answer: B. Northern Railway
The Northern Railway (NR) is responsible for the rail infrastructure and services in the Union Territory of Ladakh. NR covers the northernmost tip of India and is currently executing major projects to improve connectivity in high-altitude regions. The headquarters of this zone is in New Delhi.