PSUs & Subsidiaries — Set 2
Indian Railways · PSU और सहायक कंपनियां · Questions 11–20 of 50
Which autonomous body of the Indian Railways is responsible for developing and maintaining the PRS and UTS software systems?
Correct Answer: D. CRIS
The Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) is the IT wing that designs and manages all major railway computer systems. This includes the Passenger Reservation System (PRS) and the Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS). CRIS ensures the digital integration of various operational and administrative tasks.
Which organization is responsible for the commercial development of vacant railway land and airspace in India?
Correct Answer: D. RLDA
Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) is a statutory authority that generates revenue by leasing out surplus railway land. It works on station redevelopment projects to provide modern amenities to passengers. RLDA identifies land parcels that can be used for commercial and residential purposes.
The Braithwaite & Co. Ltd. (BCL), a PSU under the Ministry of Railways, is primarily involved in?
Correct Answer: D. Engineering and wagon manufacturing
BCL is a heavy engineering company that produces railway wagons, cranes, and structural steel. It was historically a private company before being nationalized and eventually brought under the Ministry of Railways. It provides critical manufacturing support for the growth of the freight sector.
Which of the following is the executing agency for the 'National High-Speed Rail' (Bullet Train) project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad?
Correct Answer: A. NHSRCL
National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) was incorporated to manage the implementation of high-speed rail corridors in India. It is a special purpose vehicle (SPV) with equity participation from the Central Government and concerned states. NHSRCL follows international safety and technology standards for the project.
Which specialized agency manages the selection and recruitment of Group 'C' and 'D' staff for Indian Railways?
Correct Answer: D. RRB
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are responsible for hiring personnel for various non-gazetted posts. There are 21 RRBs across the country, each catering to different geographical locations. They conduct competitive examinations to ensure a merit-based selection process.
The National Academy of Indian Railways (NAIR), which provides training to Group 'A' officers, is located in?
Correct Answer: D. Vadodara
NAIR is situated in the Pratap Vilas Palace at Vadodara, Gujarat. It is the premier training institute for the officer cadre of all departments of the Indian Railways. The academy focuses on management and technical training to prepare future leaders of the rail network.
Which PSU is responsible for the export of locomotives and coaches made in India to other countries?
Correct Answer: D. RITES
RITES acts as the nodal agency for the international marketing of rolling stock manufactured by Indian Railway production units. It provides technical and logistical support for these exports to countries like Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. This earns foreign exchange and highlights India's manufacturing capability.
The project management for the 'Diamond Quadrilateral' high-speed rail network is primarily overseen by?
Correct Answer: A. HSRC
High Speed Rail Corporation of India Limited (HSRC) was formed to conduct feasibility studies and manage high-speed projects. The Diamond Quadrilateral project aims to connect the four metro cities of India with high-speed rail. HSRC works as a subsidiary of Rail Vikas Nigam Limited.
Which Indian Railway subsidiary is dedicated to the development and maintenance of the National Train Enquiry System (NTES)?
Correct Answer: A. CRIS
CRIS developed and manages the NTES platform, which provides real-time information on train status to passengers. It integrates data from various control offices to track train movement across the country. NTES is accessible through the website, mobile apps, and 139 IVR services.
Bharat Wagon and Engineering Co. Ltd. (BWEL) was a PSU based in which state before its closure?
Correct Answer: B. Bihar
BWEL was a wagon manufacturing unit located in Mokama and Muzaffarpur, Bihar. It was closed down as it became financially unviable despite being under the Ministry of Railways. This reflects the administrative restructuring of non-performing units in the railway sector.