Railway Board — Set 5
Indian Railways · रेलवे बोर्ड · Questions 41–50 of 50
Where is the headquarters of the Indian Railway Board located?
Correct Answer: B. New Delhi
The Railway Board is headquartered in New Delhi at Rail Bhavan. This central location allows for close coordination with the central government and other ministries. It has been the seat of railway administration for decades.
The post of 'CEO' in the Railway Board was introduced in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2020
The designation of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) was added to the Chairman's title in 2020. This was part of a major structural reform to improve management efficiency. It aimed to provide a single-point executive authority for the board.
Who is the administrative head of the Indian Railways?
Correct Answer: B. Chairman of Railway Board
The Chairman of the Railway Board is the highest-ranking professional officer and administrative head. While the Minister is the political head, the Chairman manages day-to-day operations. This dual leadership ensures both political accountability and professional management.
How many functional members are currently in the restructured Railway Board?
Correct Answer: A. 4
The Railway Board was downsized from eight members to four functional members in 2020. These members look after Infrastructure, Operations, Traction/Rolling Stock, and Finance. This reduction was intended to streamline decision-making.
The Railway Board functions under the overall supervision of which authority?
Correct Answer: B. Union Minister of Railways
The Board reports directly to the Union Minister of Railways. The Minister provides the political vision, while the Board handles the technical execution. This relationship is fundamental to the governance of Indian Railways.
Which committee recommended the formation of the Railway Board in 1905?
Correct Answer: A. Thomas Robertson Committee
The Thomas Robertson Committee (1901) suggested the creation of a small professional board. This led to the formal establishment of the Railway Board in 1905. It was a key step in professionalizing railway management in India.
The member responsible for track maintenance and signaling is the Member for?
Correct Answer: B. Infrastructure
The Member (Infrastructure) is responsible for the upkeep of tracks, bridges, and signals. Their department ensures that the physical network is safe for train travel. This is one of the four key functional roles in the current board.
The merger of different railway cadres into the 'Indian Railway Management Service' (IRMS) was part of which board reform?
Correct Answer: B. Restructuring of 2020
The 2020 reforms included merging eight different services into one unified service called IRMS. This was done to end 'departmentalism' or internal competition between different branches. It promotes a more holistic approach to railway management.
The Railway Board acts as a secretariat for which ministry?
Correct Answer: C. Ministry of Railways
The Railway Board serves as the secretariat for the Ministry of Railways. This means it handles all administrative and technical work for the ministry. It is a unique structure where the board and ministry are deeply integrated.
Which of the following is responsible for preparing the Railway Budget within the board?
Correct Answer: A. Member (Finance)
The Member (Finance) is the key official responsible for financial planning and budget preparation. They ensure that funds are allocated appropriately for various projects and maintenance. This role was formerly known as the Financial Commissioner.