Station Codes — Set 3

Correct Answer: C. NDLS

NDLS is the code for New Delhi Railway Station, which handles the highest volume of passengers in the country. It is the main origin point for most Rajdhani and Shatabdi Express trains. The station connects the national capital to almost all parts of India.

Correct Answer: A. HWH

HWH is the code for Howrah Junction, which is one of the largest railway complexes in the world. It serves as a major terminal for both the Eastern and South Eastern Railway zones. The station is famous for its red brick structure and historical significance.

Correct Answer: D. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

CSMT is the code for Mumbai's primary railway station, formerly known as Victoria Terminus (VT). It is the headquarters of the Central Railway zone. The building is a masterpiece of Italian Gothic architecture combined with Indian motifs.

Correct Answer: C. Chennai Central

MAS stands for Madras Central, the historical name of the now M.G.R. Chennai Central station. It is the main transit point for the Southern Railway zone. The station is known for its distinct Romanesque revival architecture.

Correct Answer: D. ADI

ADI is the official code for Ahmedabad Junction, the most important railway station in Western India's Gujarat state. It is a major hub for the Western Railway zone. The station features several unique minarets in its immediate vicinity.

Correct Answer: C. Bengaluru City

SBC stands for South Western Railway's Bangalore City station, now officially Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Station. It is the primary railway hub serving the 'Silicon Valley of India'. It is one of the few stations in India with a dedicated metro connectivity inside the premises.

Correct Answer: D. Varanasi Junction

BSB is the code for Varanasi Junction, derived from the name 'Banaras'. It is a major pilgrimage center on the banks of the Ganges. The station is one of the highest revenue-generating hubs for Northern Railways.

Correct Answer: C. SC

SC is the code for Secunderabad Junction, located in the state of Telangana. It serves the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. The station is a model for 'Green' initiatives in the Indian Railways.

Correct Answer: D. PNBE

PNBE is the official code for Patna Junction, a major stop on the Howrah-Delhi main line. It is one of the oldest railway stations in the country. The station falls under the East Central Railway zone.

Correct Answer: B. Lucknow Charbagh

LKO is the code for Lucknow Charbagh, a stunning architectural marvel in Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a major junction for the Northern Railway. The station design is often compared to a palace because of its grand aesthetic.