RRB NTPC Indian Railways 1

Question 1

In which year was Indian Railways founded?

Accepted Answer

1853

Answer

Indian Railways was founded in 1853 when the first passenger train ran from Bombay to Thane.

Question 2

The headquarters of Indian Railways is located in:

Accepted Answer

New Delhi

Answer

The Railway Board, the apex body of Indian Railways, is headquartered in New Delhi.

Question 3

How many railway zones does India have as of 2024?

Accepted Answer

18

Answer

Indian Railways has 18 railway zones, each headed by a General Manager.

Question 4

The first metro rail in India was introduced in:

Accepted Answer

Kolkata

Answer

Kolkata Metro, opened in 1984, was the first metro railway system in India.

Question 5

The RRB NTPC recruitment is primarily for posts in which sector?

Accepted Answer

Non-Technical (Clerical/Administrative)

Answer

RRB NTPC stands for Non-Technical Popular Categories, which includes clerical and administrative positions in Indian Railways.

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