1. What is the primary responsibility of a Station Master?
A. Ticket checking
B. Train driving
C. Train scheduling and operation
D. Passenger catering
Answer: C. Train scheduling and operation
2. railway terminology, what does “block” refer to?
A. A type of signal
B. A section of the track
C. Train communication device
D. A type of locomotive
Answer: B. A section of the track
3. What is the key duty of a Station Master during train arrivals and departures?
A. Selling tickets
B. Monitoring platform cleanliness
C. Ensuring safety and timely departure
D. Conducting security checks
Answer: C. Ensuring safety and timely departure
4. What does the term “shunting” mean in railway operations?
A. Passenger boarding
B. Changing tracks for a train
C. Ticket inspection
D. Train cleaning
Answer: B. Changing tracks for a train
5. Which communication method is commonly used by Station Masters to communicate with train drivers?
A. Walkie-talkie
B. Semaphore signals
C. Morse code
D. Carrier pigeons
Answer: A. Walkie-talkie
6. What is the purpose of a “Station Diary” maintained by the Station Master?
A. Recording daily events and occurrences
B. Managing ticket sales
C. Planning train schedules
D. Conducting safety inspections
Answer: A. Recording daily events and occurrences
7. the context of railway operations, what does the term “turnaround time” refer to?
A. The time it takes for a train to complete a round trip
B. The time it takes to sell all tickets for a train
C. The time it takes to clean a train
D. The time it takes to inspect the tracks
Answer: A. The time it takes for a train to complete a round trip
8. What is the significance of the “train report” submitted by the Station Master?
A. Record of passenger complaints
B. Documentation of train operations and incidents
C. Financial report for ticket sales
D. Employee attendance record
Answer: B. Documentation of train operations and incidents
9. What does the abbreviation “RRB” stand for in the context of railway recruitment?
A. Railway Reservation Board
B. Railway Recruitment Bureau
C. Rapid Rail Builders
D. Royal Railway Branch
Answer: B. Railway Recruitment Bureau
10. the railway signaling system, what does a red signal indicate?
A. Proceed with caution
B. Stop
C. Go
D. Speed up
Answer: B. Stop
11. What is the purpose of a “Block Section” in railway operations?
A. Passenger boarding area
B. A specific stretch of railway track
C. Locomotive maintenance zone
D. Ticket reservation counter
Answer: B. A specific stretch of railway track
12. What is the primary responsibility of the Station Master in case of an emergency or accident?
A. Contacting the catering staff
B. Evacuating passengers to a safe location
C. Conducting routine ticket checks
D. Checking platform cleanliness
Answer: B. Evacuating passengers to a safe location
13. What is the purpose of the “TMS” system used by railway stations?
A. Ticket Management System
B. Train Monitoring System
C. Track Maintenance System
D. Timetable Management System
Answer: B. Train Monitoring System
14. What is the significance of the “booking office” at a railway station?
A. Ticket checking area
B. Passenger waiting room
C. Platform for train arrivals
D. Facility for purchasing tickets
Answer: D. Facility for purchasing tickets
15. What is the role of the “Station Master” in coordinating with other railway staff?
A. Managing onboard catering services
B. Overseeing track maintenance
C. Ensuring proper communication among staff and smooth operation of trains
D. Conducting ticket inspections
Answer: C. Ensuring proper communication among staff and smooth operation of trains
16. What is the primary purpose of the “block system” in railway signaling?
A. Facilitating passenger communication
B. Preventing collisions on the track
C. Managing ticket reservations
D. Coordinating train cleaning activities
Answer: B. Preventing collisions on the track
17. What is the significance of the “interlocking system” in railway operations?
A. Managing passenger queues
B. Controlling train speed
C. Ensuring the safe movement of trains through junctions
D. Handling onboard catering services
Answer: C. Ensuring the safe movement of trains through junctions
18. What is the role of the Station Master in handling lost and found items at the station?
A. Selling recovered items
B. Documenting and safeguarding lost items
C. Ignoring lost items as they are not the Station Master’s responsibility
D. Donating lost items to charity
Answer: B. Documenting and safeguarding lost items
19. What is the significance of the “station code” used in railway operations?
A. Identifying the station for passenger convenience
B. Encoding train schedules
C. Managing platform cleanliness
D. Signaling train drivers
Answer: A. Identifying the station for passenger convenience
20. What does the term “rolling stock” refer to in the context of railways?
A. Train tickets
B. Passenger luggage
C. Moving railway vehicles such as locomotives and carriages
D. Stationary platforms
Answer: C. Moving railway vehicles such as locomotives and carriages
21. the railway timetable, what does “ETA” stand for?
A. Estimated Track Arrival
B. Emergency Track Announcement
C. Expected Time of Arrival
D. Every Train’s Agenda
Answer: C. Expected Time of Arrival
22. What is the purpose of the “Goods Shed” at a railway station?
A. Selling goods to passengers
B. Storing and handling freight
C. Conducting security checks
D. Managing ticket reservations
Answer: B. Storing and handling freight
23. What is the purpose of the “booking clerk” at a railway station?
A. Managing ticket reservations
B. Overseeing platform cleanliness
C. Conducting security checks
D. Assisting passengers with luggage
Answer: A. Managing ticket reservations
24. What does the term “rail gauge” refer to in the context of railways?
A. Speed of a train
B. Width between two rails on a track
C. Passenger capacity of a train
D. Train cleanliness standards
Answer: B. Width between two rails on a track
25. the event of a signaling failure, what is the alternative method of communication between Station Master and train drivers?
A. Semaphore signals
B. Whistle codes
C. Emergency telephones
D. Carrier pigeons
Answer: C. Emergency telephones
26. What is the purpose of the “departure chart” displayed at a railway station?
A. Listing upcoming train schedules
B. Displaying the names of departing passengers
C. Providing information about platform cleanliness
D. Showing details of departing trains, including their scheduled times
Answer: D. Showing details of departing trains, including their scheduled times
27. What is the role of the “Station Superintendent” in relation to the Station Master?
A. Overseeing ticket sales
B. Managing platform announcements
C. Supervising overall station operations
D. Conducting locomotive maintenance
Answer: C. Supervising overall station operations
28. What does the term “shuttle train” refer to in railway operations?
A. A train with a single carriage
B. A train providing express services
C. A train running between two points without intermediate stops
D. A train carrying only goods and freight
Answer: C. A train running between two points without intermediate stops
29. What is the purpose of the “enquiry counter” at a railway station?
A. Selling tickets
B. Providing information to passengers
C. Conducting security checks
D. Handling lost and found items
Answer: B. Providing information to passengers
30. What is the significance of the “running room” for train crews?
A. A place for passenger relaxation
B. A facility for locomotive maintenance
C. Resting and accommodation facility for train crews
D. Area for ticket checking activities
Answer: C. Resting and accommodation facility for train crews
31. What is the purpose of the “public address system” at a railway station?
A. Announcing train schedules
B. Broadcasting passenger conversations
C. Playing music for entertainment
D. Conducting security checks
Answer: A. Announcing train schedules
32. What is the primary responsibility of the “pointsman” in railway operations?
A. Ticket sales
B. Track maintenance
C. Managing platform cleanliness
D. Operating track switches or points
Answer: D. Operating track switches or points
33. railway signaling, what does a yellow signal indicate?
A. Proceed with caution
B. Stop
C. Go
D. Speed up
Answer: A. Proceed with caution
34. What is the purpose of the “booking hall” at a railway station?
A. Conducting security checks
B. Ticket sales and reservations
C. Managing platform cleanliness
D. Providing restrooms for passengers
Answer: B. Ticket sales and reservations
35. What is the significance of the “railway timetable” for the Station Master?
A. Managing passenger queues
B. Facilitating onboard catering services
C. Planning and scheduling train movements
D. Conducting security checks
Answer: C. Planning and scheduling train movements
36. What does the term “level crossing” refer to in railway operations?
A. Crossing between different railway tracks
B. Elevated platforms for passenger boarding
C. Crossing between a railway track and a road
D. Underground passage for trains
Answer: C. Crossing between a railway track and a road
37. What is the role of the “station master’s office” at a railway station?
A. Managing platform cleanliness
B. Conducting ticket inspections
C. Overseeing overall station operations
D. Providing restrooms for passengers
Answer: C. Overseeing overall station operations
38. the context of railway safety, what does “anti-collision device” refer to?
A. Safety gear for passengers
B. Technology to prevent train collisions
C. Security checks for railway staff
D. Emergency evacuation procedures
Answer: B. Technology to prevent train collisions
39. What is the purpose of the “railway platform edge” markings?
A. Decorative purposes
B. Indicating the platform number
C. Warning passengers to stay behind the edge
D. Guiding passengers to ticket counters
Answer: C. Warning passengers to stay behind the edge
40. What does the term “railway siding” refer to in railway operations?
A. A separate track for non-stop trains
B. A section for locomotive parking
C. An alternate route for trains
D. A type of signaling system
Answer: B. A section for locomotive parking
41. What is the purpose of the “booking counter” at a railway station?
A. Selling platform tickets
B. Conducting security checks
C. Providing information to passengers
D. Managing lost and found items
Answer: A. Selling platform tickets
42. What is the role of the “railway signal cabin” in railway operations?
A. Passenger boarding area
B. Conducting ticket inspections
C. Controlling and managing signals
D. Providing first aid to passengers
Answer: C. Controlling and managing signals
43. the context of railway safety, what does the term “TPWS” stand for?
A. Train Protection and Warning System
B. Track Passenger Warning System
C. Timetable and Platform Warning System
D. Train Position and Warning Scheme
Answer: A. Train Protection and Warning System
44. What is the primary responsibility of the “train dispatcher” in railway operations?
A. Ticket sales
B. Overseeing platform cleanliness
C. Dispatching and controlling train movements
D. Conducting security checks
Answer: C. Dispatching and controlling train movements
45. What does the term “sleeper class” refer to in the context of train travel?
A. A type of locomotive
B. Passenger seating category with reclining seats
C. Class of service with berths for overnight travel
D. An express train service
Answer: C. Class of service with berths for overnight travel
46. What is the purpose of the “Train Describer” system in railway operations?
A. Ticket reservation management
B. Describing the features of a train
C. Monitoring train movements
D. Providing passenger information
Answer: C. Monitoring train movements
47. What is the role of the “railway points and crossings” in track layout?
A. Ticket sales counter
B. Section for passenger boarding
C. Controlling train movements and track switching
D. Platform for train announcements
Answer: C. Controlling train movements and track switching
48. What does the term “railway siding” refer to in the context of track infrastructure?
A. A type of locomotive
B. A secondary track for train parking and loading/unloading
C. An express train service
D. A platform for special announcements
Answer: B. A secondary track for train parking and loading/unloading
49. What is the purpose of the “railway buffer stop” at the end of a track?
A. To mark the end of the railway line
B. To stop runaway trains
C. To provide a resting place for trains
D. To facilitate passenger boarding
Answer: B. To stop runaway trains
50. the context of railway operations, what does “WDM-2” refer to?
A. A signaling system
B. A type of locomotive
C. A railway station code
D. A safety protocol
Answer: B. A type of locomotive