1. Which organization in Gujarat ranks second only to Indian Railways in land acquisition for industrial use?
[A] Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC)
[B] Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals (GSFC)
[C] Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC)
[D] Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation (GSPC)
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Correct Answer: A [Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC)]
Notes:
GIDC, established in 1962, has developed 257 industrial estates and is second only to Indian Railways in land acquisition for industrial use in Gujarat.
2. Consider the following statements regarding Gujarat:
- GIDC has acquired the second largest amount of land for industrial development in Gujarat, after Indian Railways.
- GSPC built India’s first land-based drilling platform, Ratnakar, at Hazira.
- The Saputara ropeway is suspended above a river.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 1 and 3
[C] Only 2 and 3
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. GIDC is the second largest land acquirer in Gujarat after Indian Railways, and GSPC built the Ratnakar platform at Hazira. However, statement 3 is incorrect as the Saputara ropeway is actually suspended above a lake, not a river.
3. Which Railway Zone of Indian Railways does Gujarat fall under?
[A] Western Railway Zone
[B] Central Railway Zone
[C] South Western Railway Zone
[D] North Western Railway Zone
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Correct Answer: A [Western Railway Zone]
Notes:
Gujarat falls under the Western Railway Zone of Indian Railways.
4. In which city in Gujarat is the National Academy of Indian Railways located?
[A] Vadodara
[B] Ahmedabad
[C] Surat
[D] Rajkot
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Correct Answer: A [Vadodara]
Notes:
The Railway Training College of Gujarat, known as the National Academy of Indian Railways, is located in Vadodara.
5. Which city in Gujarat is home to the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management?
[A] Ahmedabad
[B] Surat
[C] Vadodara
[D] Rajkot
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Correct Answer: C [Vadodara]
Notes:
Gujarat hosts premier Indian Railways training institutes, including the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management in Vadodara, focusing on officer training and development.
6. Where was Indian Railways’ first 9,000 HP locomotive engine inaugurated?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Odisha
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Gujarat]
Notes:
On May 27, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled Indian Railways’ first 9,000 Horsepower (HP) electric locomotive engine in Dahod, Gujarat. This was part of his two-day Gujarat visit to launch projects worth over ₹24,000 crore in Dahod, Bhuj, and Gandhinagar. The locomotive was manufactured under the ‘Make in India’ initiative at the Dahod rolling stock workshop. The workshop’s foundation was laid in 2022 and built in just three years with an investment of ₹21,405 crore. The engine can haul 4,600 tonnes of freight and the facility can produce 120 locomotives annually, expandable to 150. Around 1,200 engines will be manufactured over the next decade for both domestic and export purposes.
7. Consider the following statements:
- Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM) were used for the first time by Indian Railways in Himalayan terrain during the Rishikesh-Karnaprayag railway project.
- The New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM) involves large-scale blasting and uncontrolled excavation.
- TBM use reduces disturbances to surrounding terrain compared to traditional blasting methods.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 1 and 3 only
[C] 2 and 3 only
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: B [1 and 3 only]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct as TBM was indeed used for the first time in Himalayan terrain by Indian Railways. Statement 2 is incorrect because, contrary to the statement, NATM involves controlled and small-scale excavation and not large-scale blasting. Statement 3 is correct as the use of TBM indeed reduces disturbance to surroundings and cost of tunnel lining.
8. In the context of urban infrastructure development, consider the following statements regarding Amrit Bharat Station Scheme:
- It is an Indian Railways mission launched in Budget 2025-26 under the Ministry of Railway.
- Under the scheme, stations will feature amenities like free Wi-Fi and better passenger information systems.
- Ballastless tracks are part of the sustainable solutions proposed in the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
How many of the above statements are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- It is an Indian Railways mission launched in Budget 2025-26 under the Ministry of Railway. Incorrect: It is an ongoing Indian Railways mission launched in February 2023 by the Ministry of Railway to redevelop railway stations across India.
- Under the scheme, stations will feature amenities like free Wi-Fi and better passenger information systems: This is correct. The scheme includes provisions for modern amenities to enhance passenger experience.
- Ballastless tracks are part of the sustainable solutions proposed in the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: This is correct. The scheme emphasizes sustainable and environment-friendly solutions, including ballastless tracks.
9. What is the name of application recently launched by Indian railways for providing multiple railway services?
[A] RailConnect
[B] SwaRail
[C] RailGo
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: B [SwaRail]
Notes:
The Ministry of Railways has launched the ‘SwaRail’ SuperApp, designed to streamline various railway services. The app offers services like reserved and unreserved ticket bookings, as well as platform ticket bookings. A major focus of the app is enhancing user experience with a clean and seamless interface. It has been developed by the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS).
10. Recently, the Indian Railways organized a “Paint My City” campaign in which city of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Praygraj
[B] Varanasi
[C] Ayodhya
[D] Gorakhpur
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Correct Answer: A [Praygraj]
Notes:
The Indian Railways organized a “Paint My City” campaign in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh to beautify the city’s railway stations for the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela. The campaign aimed to showcase the city’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage to pilgrims and tourists. The campaign transformed Prayagraj railway station into art and culture centers. The campaign featured murals depicting Hindu mythology, Indian traditions, and women’s empowerment.
