Explore topic-wise MCQs in Railway Engineering.

This section includes 6 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Railway Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

In the collection of ballast along the cess, what are the materials passing through 6mm square mesh called?

A. Fine aggregates
B. Dust
C. Coarse aggregates
D. Silicates
Answer» C. Coarse aggregates
2.

Where is the stacking of ballast done?

A. Alongside the railway line
B. In containers
C. In specially built sheds
D. Stored in the trucks
Answer» B. In containers
3.

How is the collection of Ballast done?

A. From Ballast depots
B. Collection along the cess
C. From ballast depot or along the cess
D. From mine sites
Answer» D. From mine sites
4.

What is the shrinkage allowance when ballast is supplied by Wagons?

A. 25%
B. 50%
C. 8%
D. 32%
Answer» D. 32%
5.

What should be the shape of Ballast stones?

A. Cubical
B. Rounded
C. Sub-rounded
D. Flaky
Answer» B. Rounded
6.

What should be the maximum percentage of aggregates retained on the 65mm sieve?

A. 10%
B. 5%
C. 16%
D. 12%
Answer» C. 16%