PSUs & Subsidiaries — Set 1
Indian Railways · PSU और सहायक कंपनियां · Questions 1–10 of 50
Which organization is primarily responsible for the construction of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project?
Correct Answer: C. IRCON
IRCON International Limited is the primary PSU involved in executing this challenging Himalayan rail project. The project includes the world's highest railway bridge over the Chenab River. IRCON specializes in infrastructure projects in difficult terrains both in India and abroad.
The 'Mini Ratna' PSU of Indian Railways that provides catering, tourism, and online ticketing services is?
Correct Answer: D. IRCTC
IRCTC manages the hospitality and catering services on trains and at stations. It also operates the world's largest e-commerce portal for railway ticket bookings. Additionally, IRCTC promotes domestic and international tourism through special tourist trains.
Which PSU was established in 1988 to manage the containerized freight traffic in India?
Correct Answer: C. CONCOR
Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) was set up to promote containerization for multimodal logistics. It operates a vast network of Inland Container Depots (ICDs) and Container Freight Stations (CFS). CONCOR is a market leader in the movement of international and domestic containers by rail.
Which organization acts as the technical consultant for Indian Railways and provides consultancy services globally?
Correct Answer: C. RITES
RITES Limited is the multidisciplinary consultancy arm of Indian Railways. It provides services ranging from transport infrastructure design to rolling stock export. RITES has successfully executed projects in over 60 countries across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) is developing corridors primarily for which purpose?
Correct Answer: D. Exclusive movement of goods
DFCCIL is constructing high-capacity rail lines dedicated solely to freight movement. These corridors reduce the congestion on existing passenger routes and decrease logistical costs. The Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors are the two main arms of this massive project.
Which PSU is responsible for providing telecommunication services and broadband internet through optic fiber cables along railway tracks?
Correct Answer: C. RailTel
RailTel Corporation of India provides a nationwide broadband and VPN network for the railways. It also provides public Wi-Fi services at thousands of railway stations across India. RailTel plays a vital role in modernizing railway signaling and passenger information systems.
The financing arm of Indian Railways, responsible for raising funds from the capital market for various projects, is?
Correct Answer: D. IRFC
Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) borrows funds from domestic and international markets to finance the acquisition of rolling stock. It functions as a non-banking financial company (NBFC) under the Ministry of Railways. IRFC follows a leasing model to provide equipment to the Indian Railways.
Which organization was created on a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model to connect the western coast of India through the Sahyadri mountains?
Correct Answer: C. KRCL
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) operates the 741 km route between Roha and Thokur. It was a joint venture between the Ministry of Railways and the states of Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala. KRCL is famous for its sky bus project and anti-collision device technology.
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) was established in 2003 with the primary mandate to?
Correct Answer: D. Execute fast-track infrastructure projects
RVNL was formed to undertake project development and resource mobilization for railway infrastructure. It focuses on doubling of tracks, gauge conversion, and new line construction under the National Rail Vikas Yojana. It aims to bridge the infrastructure gap through public-private partnerships.
The Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) is a joint venture between the Ministry of Railways and which state government?
Correct Answer: C. Maharashtra
The correct answer is 'Maharashtra'. MRVC was established to implement the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP). It focuses on enhancing the capacity and efficiency of the Mumbai suburban railway system. The project is funded jointly by the central government, the state government, and the World Bank.