Explore topic-wise MCQs in Railway Engineering.

This section includes 8 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.

A per the prescribed value, what should be the maximum value of cant excess on Broad gauge?

A. 65mm
B. 75mm
C. 92mm
D. 100mm
Answer» C. 92mm
Discussion
2.

7.The superelevation that is to be provided on a curve depends only on the maximum speed of the fastest train.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
3.

Which of the following is the correct formula for equilibrium superelevation in millimetres?

A. e = GV<sup>2</sup>/254R
B. e = GV<sup>2</sup>/381R
C. e = GV<sup>2</sup>/127R
D. e = GV<sup>2</sup>/96R
Answer» D. e = GV<sup>2</sup>/96R
Discussion
4.

Which of the following occurs when train travels at a speed greater than equilibrium speed on a curve?

A. Cant deficiency
B. Cant excess
C. Cant gradient
D. Rate gradient
Answer» B. Cant excess
Discussion
5.

What should be done if maximum permissible speed is less than maximum sectional speed?

A. More cant should be given
B. Another Curve should be inserted
C. Permanent speed restrictions should be implemented
D. No alterations should be made
Answer» D. No alterations should be made
Discussion
6.

In case of equilibrium speed what is the angle between resultant of weight and radial acceleration and plane of rails?

A. They are perpendicular
B. Inclined at 45
C. Tangential
D. Between 45 and 90
Answer» B. Inclined at 45
Discussion
7.

Which of the following is also known as another name of inner rail?

A. Slope rail
B. Fixed rail
C. Gradient rail
D. Cant rail
Answer» D. Cant rail
Discussion
8.

What is the definition of Superelevation?

A. Difference in height between outer and inner rail
B. Height difference from outer rail to centre of track
C. Height difference from inner rail to centre of track
D. Slope at which rail is laid
Answer» B. Height difference from outer rail to centre of track
Discussion