SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 31

SSC CGL - 18 July 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q31

The Indian Railways on October 7, 2021, launched and operated two long-haul freight trains named ______________., to provide a very effective solution to the problem of capacity constraints in critical rail sections.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Trishul and Garuda

  • On October 7, 2021, Indian Railways initiated the operation of two extended freight trains, Trishul and Garuda, aiming to address capacity constraints in crucial rail segments effectively.
  • With an expansive network traversing diverse routes throughout India, Indian Railways stands as one of the largest railway systems globally. The efficient management and operations of the network are organized through divisions and zones.
  • The inaugural journey of the first passenger train in 1853 from Bombay (now Mumbai) to Thane marked the inception of Indian Railways.