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1. LP/Guard fails to exchange “Alright” signal with station staff, the train is to be treated as --------------------------

2. Special Instructions are issued by ---------------------- .

3. Co-acting signal is a --------------------------------------- signal.

4. Colour light calling-on signal is identified by -------------------- marker.

5. On D/L section speed of the first train must not exceed ------------- kmph while single line working is introduced.

6. No train must pass over the affected spot of explosion at a speed exceeding ---------------------KMPH.

7. The minimum number of detonators to kept at Road side station on main line is ----- Nos.

8. In MACL when light cannot be kept burning due to power failure including failure of stand by arrangement, the SM of the Station in rear shall issue -------.

9. Corridor block time is notified in -----------------.

10. Goods Warning board is provided --------- metres outside the first stop signal of a Station.

11. Loco failure is classified as ----------- (Accident).

12. SM/SS should inspect ART jointly with other concerned officials -----------.

13. Goods warning Board is provided ________meters outside the F.S.S. of a Station.

14. Stop signal shows its most ___________ aspect at ON position.

15. The authority to perform shunting up to first stop signal before granting line clear in TBI territory is ____________.

16. T.V.U. exceeds 50,000 is classified as ------- class gate.

17. All concerned accident message is to be issued within ___________hrs. from the time of accident.

18. Turning out time of ART at night is ___________mts.

19. Mock drill is desirable once in every___________ months.

20. Restrictions are of -------- types.

21. If the driver and or guard fails to exchange all right signal within the station staff the train is to be treated as ____________

22. NJP-MLDT is a ---------- route.

23. Goods warning Board is provided ________meters outside the F.S.S. of a Station.

24. Stop signal shows its most ___________ aspect at ON position.

25. The authority to perform shunting up to F.S.S. before granting line clear in TBI territory is ____________.

26. T.V.U. exceeds 50,000 is classified as ------- class gate.

27. All concerned accident message is to be issued within ___________hrs. from the time of accident.

28. Turning out time of ART at night is ___________mts.

29. Mock drill is desirable once in every___________ months.


31. If the L.P. and or guard fails to exchange all right signal with the

32. station staff the train is to be treated as ____________

33. NJP-MLDT is a ---------- route.

34. A Calling-on signal shows ------------- light at ON position.

35. Authorized officer of N.F.Rly is -------------------.

36. Competency certificate is valid for --------------- years.

37. Shunt signal is a -------------- signal.

38. Distant signal is a -------------- signal.

39. The Form number of “authority to proceed without line” clear is ………

40. Standard time is set at all stations every day at…………… hours.

41. On double line section, normally train shall run on the …………… line.

42. Caution aspect of Distant signal indicates ----------------.

43. Maximum speed of train when head light is out of order in the section is ……………….

44. Object of Mock Drill is to test the ……… and ……………. Of the staff.

45. When a running line is blocked by drop loads, entry must be made in TSR by………….

46. Form number of Station detonating register is --------------.

47. For maintenance work, S+T staff must issue form …………………..

48. Record foil of caution order to be preserved for -----------.

49. Level crossing gates are classified into ------- classes on the basis of ---------.

50. L.C. Gate situated outside the outermost stop signal of a station is under the control of ---------- department.

51. Banner flag should be placed --------- metres away from the level crossing on both sides when gate is opened.

52. Life of detonator may be extended to ------------- years on branch line.

53. ---------- class level crossing is never provided with gate.

54. L/C gate are of -------- kinds.

55. L/C gate which is situated in side the outer most stop signal of a station, is called ------- L/C gate.

56. Important L/C gate should not be closed normally more than ------- minutes.

57. Gateman should keep green flag in furled condition on -------- hand while a train is passing through.

58. When a train passes over L/C gate, gateman will show -------- light towards the track.

59. Gate stop signal is identified by --------- marker.

60. Competency Certificate is valid for --------- years.

61. When a L/C gate is broken by road vehicle FIR to be lodged by ---------.

62. Life of fog signal in main line is -------- years.

63. No barrier is provided for ------- class level crossing.

64. Signals are of -------- kinds.

65. Gateman should show -------- hand signal if any thing found abnormal in a running train.

66. G& SR books have ………………. Chapters

67. Calling on signal may be identified by …………. marker.

68. Speed of ARME in N. F. Railway is …………. KMPH for BG.

69. ……… hours rest may be claimed at out station by running staff after completion of 09 hours running duty.

70. Restrictions are of ----------- types.

71. Calling on signal may be identified by …………. marker.

72. Speed of ARME in N. F. Railway is …………. KMPH for BG.

73. ……… hours rest may be claimed at out station by running staff after completion of 09 hours running duty.

74. Goods warning board is provided---------- meters away from the 1st stop signal of a station.

75. -------- is the authority for the Relief Engine in One Train Only system.

76. Special train means a train, which may be required to run under ------------.

77. Conducts of Railway servants is available in --------- chapter of G & SR.

78. The working of trains between stations shall be regulated by the ----------- time prescribed by the Government of India.

79. No passenger train or mixed train shall be dispatched from a station before the ------------ time.

80. Signals are of ---------- kinds.

81. Hammering sound of wheel is a symptom of --------------.

82. Complete arrival of a train is normally identified by ------------.

83. Shunt signal is used only for ----------- purpose.

84. Form -------- is normally used as the authority to perform shunting in the block section.

85. On DH section from Sukna to Darjeeling the “Station Section” of a station is situated between the two --------- provided at either end of the station.

86. Limit of flat tyre of locomotive --------- mm.

87. The minimum number of detonators to be kept at road side stations on main line is ------------.

88. Maximum speed of 140 ton BG Diesel Hydraulic crane is -----------.

89. Object of Mock Drill is to test the ------------ and ----------- of the staff.

90. When a running line is blocked by drop loads, entry must be made in TSR by---------------------------------.

91. For maintenance work, S+T staff must issue form ----------.

92. Record foil of caution order to be preserved for -----------.

93. Calling-on signal shows --------- light in ‘ON’ position.

94. Where more then one Distant signal is provided the aspects of Distant signal will be ---------------------- & --------------------------- .

95. In MACL when light cannot kept burning due to power failure including failure of stand by arrangement, the SM of the Station in rear shall issue ___________.

96. Obstruction and its cognate expressions include a train, vehicle or obstacle on or ---------- fouling a line, or any condition which is dangerous to trains.

97. Special train means a train which may be required to run under ------------.

98. Conducts of Railway servants is available in --------- chapter of G & SR.

99. Maximum speed of 140 ton BG Diesel Hydraulic crane is -----------.

100. Object of Mock Drill is to test the ------------ and ----------- of the staff.

101. When a running line is blocked by drop loads, entry must be made in TSR by ------------------------.

102. Special Medical Examination for the staff in A-2 category is required if absence from duty for a period in excess of ______ days.

103. Last amendment slip of Block Working Manual (2004 Edition) is _____.

104. SWR should be issued afresh after every _____ years or issue of ______ amendment slips.

105. Loco failure is classified as _______________________ (Accident).

106. _____ injury means the injury in which persons released after rendering first aid only.

107. Location of Disaster Management facilities on N.F.Rly is available in _____.

108. Form no. of Paper Line Clear Ticket in UP direction on double line is _____ & on single line is ______.

109. Permissible limit of Flat tyre of Engine is _______.

110. Calling on Signal is identified by _______ marker.

111. Colour light Distant Signal is identified by _______ marker and show _____ light at ‘ON’ position.

112. Maximum permissible speed of BG M/Exp. is _____ and Goods train is _____ KMPH in N.F.Rly.

113. Duty for securing safety has been explained in Rule no ------- of G & SR.

114. GM has been empowered under section ----------- of Railway Act 1989 (24 of 1989) to nominate as Authorized Officer.

115. Warner Signals in an independent post is provided generally in ‘A’ Class and -------- station.

116. Non-stop Repeating Signals are identified by --------- marker.

117. --------- stations are those which do not conform to the signaling or line clear working arrangements provided at class ‘A’, ‘B’ or ‘C’ station.

118. The record of Caution Order is maintained for ---------- months.

119. In yards situated on gradients steeper than ---------, no loose shunting or hand shunting of any vehicle is permitted.

120. ----------- means the system adopted for the time being for working of trains on any portion of Railway.

121. ‘C’ class ODC is sanctioned by ------------.

122. The list of permanent Caution Order is provided in ----------.

123. No signal shall be taken off to admit or pass a train earlier the _____ before the expected arrival of the train and normally should be taken off at least ______ before the expected arrival.

124. Unusual delay to train will be considered after allowing normal running time and other speed restriction, for passenger train is _______ & goods train is ________.

125. Caution Order to be issued if patrol man does not turned up ______ from their schedule arrival.

126. Turning out time for ARME in single exit is ______ & double exits is _______.

127. Latest amendment slip of G&SR is -------------, Operating Manual is ------------ & Accident Manual is -------------.

128. SPAD is an …………. accident.

129. In short train maximum ………….. nos. of vehicles may be attached on both side of the SLR.

130. ………….. brake power is required for End to End premium rake.

131. …………… is the authority to pass an inoperative starter during shunting operation.

132. Goods warning board is erected ………….. meters in rear of the FSS.

133. Railway Act means ………….. (………….).

134. In Multiple Aspect Signalling territory --------- ---------- is the 1st stop signal at a ‘B’ class station.

135. More than one fixed signal on a same post may be placed, such signals are ----, --------, --------- & ---------.

136. Speed not exceeds than ------- KMPH at the time of shunting with food grains wagon.

137. ‘Stop Signal Passed at Danger’ is termed as --------- accident.

138. A combination of ---------- system & ---------- system is termed as the Main Line System.

139. There are _____ divisions in N.F.Rly.

140. Competency certificate remains valid for ______ years only.

141. ______ signal is a stop signal of a station.

142. Banner flag is placed ______ metres away from the level crossing when L.C.gate is open.

143. Traffic L/C gate is provided inside the _______ stop signal of a station.

144. One long one short engine whistle code twice indicates _______.

145. When L/C gate fails _____ is issued by the SM of rear station to the Loco Pilot.

146. Signals are of ______ kinds.

147. _______ Nos. of detonators are supplied at gate gumti on single line section.

148. ACD prevents _______ between ACD fitted train.

149. The duty of a gateman is to ----------------the through passing train if anything wrong is noticed by him.

150. Gate stop signal is identified by------------------marker.

151. Signals are of---------------kinds.

152. A trained passed without----------------is to be treated as incomplete train.

153. The gateman shall point---------------light towards the track when a train passes over the L.C.Gate.

154. Level crossing gates are classified into----------------classes.

155. Hammering sound of wheel is an indication of-----.

156. Normally L/C Gate may be kept closed for a maximum period of----------minutes.

157. Calling-on signal shows --------- light in ‘ON’ position.

158. A combination of ------- and ------- system is called main line system invouge in DHR.

159. Tank wagon must be separated by at least ---------- no of empty cover wagons from engine.

160. Maximum permissible limit of Flat tire on BG locomotive is ------- m.m.

161. Gate signal can be identified by --------- marker.

162. One long one short whistle twice indicate ---------.

163. The speed of a train while passing a defective stop signal with proper authority is ---------- KMPH.

164. Maximum -------- no of explosive wagons can run on a goods train.

165. -------- hours rest is given to a guard at HQ when performed less than eight hours duty.

166. Competency Certificate is valid for ---------- years.

167. “Authorized Officer” of N.F.Railway is -----------.

168. Hammering sound is a symptom of -----------.

169. Form No. of Shunting Order is -------------.

170. Form No. for shunting order is ----------.

171. “Authority to proceed” on double line section is ------------ when LBI is failed.

172. Rules regarding conduct of Rly servants are given in Chapter--------of G&SR .

173. Speed of Mixed train on BG is -------- Kmph .

174. Speed of 140 tones hydraulic crane when attached to a goods train is ------------

175. When a stop signal is defective, train may be received by-----------------signal or by ---------------.

176. SPART means ---------------

177. Last amendment slip of G&SR is ---------------- no.

178. BPC for Premier C.C goods train is valid for---------Kms or --------days whichever is earlier.

179. Last amendment slip no. _________ has been issued for N.F.Rly G&SR Book.

180. SWR for interlocked station should be signed by___________________________ .

181. Max speed of TMM over cross over is _____________________ .

182. Corridor block time is notified in ________________________.

183. Cross bar on fixed signal means the signal is ________________________ .

184. Colour light Distant signal for L.C. Gate is identified by _______ marker.

185. Turning out time for ARME from single exit siding by night is _________ minutes.

186. Loco failure is classified as ______________ (Accident).

187. In _________________roster statutory duty hours is 75 hours in a week.

188. Full refund of fare is admissible when a train is running more than ________ late.

189. ______________ signal may be taken off to authorize the LP to pass an approaching stop signal at danger.

190. Shunt signal can never be provided below _____________ stop signal.

191. Special instructions are issued by ____________________________ .

192. CRS’ sanction is required for movement of ____________________ ODC.

193. L.C.Gate situated between Distant and Home signal is under the control of _______________ department.

194. G & SR Book of Indian Rly (open line) for N.F.Rly has _______ chapters & _____ appendices.

195. In case of a Loco Pilot reported about experiencing a larch in the track, no train must pass over the affected spot at a speed exceeding ________ KMPH.

196. ‘Shunting Permitted’ indicator when given authorizes the driver to shunt paste the ---------- signal in the ---------- position.

197. Restrictions are of ------------- types.

198. Colour light Warner signal for L.C. Gate is identified by _______ marker.

199. Turning out time for ARME from single exit siding by night is _________ minutes.

200. Loco failure is classified as _______________________ (Accident).

201. Incase of jerk felt and reported by Driver train movement shall be regulated with ------- kmph speed..

202. Accidents are primarily classified in ------ classes..

203. __________ signal may be taken off to authorize the LP to pass an approaching stop signal at danger.

204. Shunt signal can never be provided below _____________ stop signal.

205. G & SR Book of Indian Rly (open line) for N.F.Rly has _______ chapters & _____ appendices.

206. Goods warning Board is provided --------- mtrs outside the first stop signal of a Station.

207. Stop signal shows its most ---------- aspect at ON position.

208. At all stations from Sukna to Darjeeling train movements are controlled by ______ Signals.

209. The authority to perform shunting up to first stop signal before granting line clear in TBI territory is ---------- .

210. All concerned accident message is to be issued within ---------- hrs. from the time of accident.

211. Turning out time of ART at night is --------------- mts.

212. Mock drill is desirable once in every ------- months.


214. If the driver and or guard fails to exchange all right signal within the station staff the train is to be treated as -------------.

215. The duty of a fog signalman should not be more than ------- hrs. at a stretch in Main Line section.

216. In case of an accident, serious repercussion will be ascertained on the basis ----.

217. The last amendment slip no. of G & SR is ---------.

218. When a train has entered into a block section without due authority, the authority for the train to proceed in station in advance is ----------.

219. Train Parting is in the accident category of --------.

220. -------- is the means of Isolation and will not serve the purpose of Signal Over Laps.

221. Fog Signal posts are erected at stations ---------- metres in rear of the ---------- signal.

222. When TAIL LAMP is not found on run through train, the SM must give ---------------------------- emergency signal to station in advance.

223. No Passenger Train shall be started from a station before ----------.

224. Out station rest for duties more than 8 hours but less than 10 hours will be ----------- hours.

225. GDR check is to be done by------- & ----------.

226. Speed restrictions are of ------- types.

227. BPC is issued by -------.

228. Stop indicator will have ------ marker.

229. Name of Notice station is available in -------.

230. No train must pass over the affected spot of explosion at a speed exceeding ----- kmph.

231. The maximum period for which Ex-gratia payment is payable to the grievous injured will be ---------- months.

232. Speed restriction of ------ kmph be imposed additionally if working trains on PLC exceeds -------- hrs.


234. Goods warning Board is provided --------- mtrs outside the first stop signal of a Station.

235. Route between NJP to TSK is categorized as ----------- route.

236. Alert advice is issued by --------------.

237. Integrated maintenance block is notified in --------.

238. Latest amendment slip of G&SR is ------------- no.

239. A banner flag is a temporary fixed ----------- signal.

240. The length of each patrol beat should be from ------ to ---- kilometers.

241. Speed restrictions are of ------- class.

242. Green notice will be issued by -------.


244. The speed of trolly and lorry must not exceed ------ kms and ----- kms respectively an hour.

245. In case of failure of machines in the block section the assistance of ------ shall be asked for immediately to clear the block section.

246. Any trolly which is self propelled by means of a motor is a -------.

247. Distant signal is a ---------------------------------- signal.

248. Signals are of --------------------- kinds.

249. One long one short one long one short whistle indicates ---------------------.

250. L/C gate within the ----------------------------------------- signal is known as traffic L/C gate.

251. SWR is framed by -----------------------------.

252. Fog signal is placed ------------ meters away from the ------------------- signal.

253. Colour light Distant is identified by -------------- marker.

254. Catch siding is situated at a gradient of ---------------------------.

255. Liquors must not be consumed within ---------------- hours of duty.

256. The written authority to receive a train on a non signalled line is --------.

257. Trap indicator shows ---- light by night when trap is open.

258. During single line working on D/L section emergency crossover to be duly piloted by --------.

259. Run through train to be watched from the opposite side by -----------.

260. When fouling mark is not cleared LP will blow ---------- whistle.


262. Signals are of --------------------- kinds.

263. One long one short whistle twice indicates -----------------------------.

264. L/C gate outside the outermost signal of the station is classified as --------- gate.

265. SWR is framed by -----------------------------.

266. Three detonating signals are to be placed at a distance of ----------- meters to protect an obstruction.

267. Colour light Warner signal is identified by -------------- marker.

268. Private number is to be given to the SM after ------------------------ the gate.


270. The written authority to receive a train on a non signalled line is ------------.

271. Train will derail when movement is allowed over trap point in ------- condition.

272. During single line working on D/L section emergency crossover to be duly piloted by --------.

273. Turning out time of ARME in single exit is ---------------- minute.

274. Maximum permissible speed is prescribed by ------------------------------ .



277. One long one short one long one short whistle indicates ----------------.

278. Colour light Distant is identified by -------------- marker.

279. Engg. Gate working instruction is issued by ------.

280. Banner flag is to be placed when the gate is in -------------- condition .

281. Three detonating signals are to be placed at a distance of ----------- meters to protect an obstruction.

282. Form number of Caution order is ----------- .

283. The letter -------- in black on white concrete slab means Fouling mark.

284. The maximum period for which Ex-gratia payment is payable to the grievous injured will be ---------- months.

285. The validity of BPC for Military Special is --------- kmph or ----- hrs whichever is earlier.

286. Speed restriction of ------ kmph be imposed additionally if working trains on PLC exceeds -------- hrs.

287. All concerned message to be issued within -------- hrs. from the -------- of accident.

288. The authority to proceed for working of TMM via wrong line incase of work and proceed is ------.

289. Every Rly. servant is responsible for -------- and ---------- of the property of the Rly. administration under his charge.

290. During temporary closure of station, Speed over the train in main line facing point of the closed station is maximum ………………. Kmph.

291. Day means from sun rise to ……………..

292. A light engine is an engine running out side …………. Limits with out vehicles.

293. Maximum permissible speed of “A” class ART is ……………. Kmph.

294. SPAD is an …………….. accident.

295. BPC for premier goods is valid for ……………. Km. or ……….. Days which ever is earlier .

296. On hearing explosion on track the LP shall …………… his train as soon as possible.

297. Engine failure is a …………. failure.

298. ………………… is issued from the station where Home signal is failed.

299. . ………….. Hrs. rest may be claimed at out station by the LP after completion of 9 Hrs duty.

300. Pre-warning of aspect is possible in ------------- signaling.

301. ------------- is the authority to send the relief engine in one train only system.

302. Record foil of caution order to be preserved in the station for at least --------------

303. Shunting speed of the passenger train is ------------ Kmph.

304. To receive a train on a non-signaled line Form no-------------- is used.

305. Currency of Green Notice is ----------- month from the date of issue.

306. SPAD cases are falling under the -------------- accident class.

307. The speed of TMM over points and crossing is ------------- Kmph.

308. The route from MLDT to NJP is ------------- category route.

309. Speed Restrictions are of ------------- kinds.

310. _______ __________ means the distance sufficient to ensure safety.

311. ___________means the mark at which the ___________ of fixed standard dimensions.

312. ________ means the intersection of road with Railway track at the same level.

313. ___________ means the line ordinarily used for running trains through and between stations.

314. Except under approved special instructions, all Railways shall be provided with __________ signals as prescribed in these rules.

315. Duty for securing safety has been explained in Rule no --------- of G&SR.

316. GM has been empowered under section ---------------of railway Act1989 (24 0f 1989) to nominate as authorized officer.

317. Warner signals in an independent post is provided generally in ‘A’ Class and------------- Stations.

318. Nonstop Repeating signals are identified by -----marker.

319. ------------stations are those which do not conform to the signalling or line

320. Clear working arrangements provided at class ‘A’, ‘B’ or ‘C’

321. The record of caution order is maintained for -----------months.

322. In yards situated on gradients steeper than ------------------, no loose or hand shunting of any vehicle is permitted.

323. --------------means the system adopted for the time being for working of trains on any portion of Railway.

324. ‘C’ Class ODC is sanctioned by ---------------------

325. The list of permanent Caution order is provided in ------------------

326. ………………………. is identified by “C” marker.

327. ……………………………………… is a permissive signal

328. …………… Signal when taken off indicates block section ahead is clear.

329. Banner flag is not less than …………… cms long and …………. Cms. wide.

330. Speed restriction is classified as ………………. ,…………………, &……………………….

331. Maximum speed of motor trolley in block section is ………..KMPH and station yard is ……………KMPH.



334. Warner signals in an independent post is provided generally in ‘A’ Class and------------- Stations.

335. Nonstop Repeating signals are identified by ---------- marker.


337. Clear working arrangements provided at class ‘A’, ‘B’ or ‘C’.


339. In yards situated on gradients steeper than ------------------, no loose or hand Shunting of any vehicle is permitted.

340. -------------means the system adopted for the time being for working of trains on any portion of Railway.


342. The list of permanent Caution order is provided in ---------------

343. The …………………… signal is a signal used to indicate to a Driver which of two or more Diverging routes is set for him, when the …………………….. signal is in consequence of its Position, inconvenient for this purpose.

344. The working of trains between ……………………. shall be regulated by the

345. ……………………… prescribed by the ………

346. The speed of trains over…………… facing points shall not exceed …………

347. Kilometers an hour in any circumstances, and the speed over turn-outs and cross-overs shall not exceed ………………..kilometers an hour unless otherwise Prescribed by

348. ……………………….. ………………, which may permit A higher speed.

349. Form……………is issued if relief engine is sent to clear block section.

350. Form ………….is issued for NIL Caution Order.

351. …………………is to be done for performing shunting beyond first stop signal.

352. The Air Brake System used in our Railway is called. ……………

353. Sectional speed is sanctioned by………….

354. The level crossings of DHR are called ……………………level crossings.

355. The system adopted in DHR is called ……………..system.

356. Showing of white light up and down vertically is an indication of ………………

357. The issue of caution order is not required for. ………………Speed restriction.

358. The shunting done by push and pull method is called……………….



361. Warner signals in an independent post is provided generally in ‘A’ Class and---------- Stations.








369. The list of permanent Caution order is provided in ------.

370. Max speed of ART with 140-ton (hydraulic) crane is …………………………………

371. ARME turn out time is ………………in single exit and ………………….in double exit.

372. In two aspect signalling ………………….is the first stop signal whereas in multiple aspect signalling …………………is the first stop signal.

373. Signal overlap in multiple aspect signalling is ……………………………

374. Catch siding protects……………….and slip siding protects………………………….

375. Speed limit while passing over non-interlocked facing point is …………………………

376. In N.F.Railway max speed of goods train in BG section is ………………and in MG section is ………………

377. During night when no patrolmen is found the max speed of the train in BG section is ……………

378. Gate signal is at ON, driver to stop ……………minutes during day and ……………..minutes during night at the foot of gate stop signal.

379. …………………..is the authority to enter in to block section during total interruption of communication on single line.

380. Banking engine is an …………………..engine which works in rear of a train to help the ……………………engine in negotiating steep gradient.

381. Minimum running time is calculated on …………………speed.

382. Caution orders are issued from ………………………station.

383. Distant signal shows ……………………aspects.

384. Max permissible speed is fixed by ……………………..

385. Where ………….are worked on the …………system, no train shall be allowed to leave a. ………………………unless ……………….has been received from the block station in ……………..

386. Authority to proceed means the. ……………given to the driver of a …………. Under the..................................... of working to ………….the ………………..……………. With his train.

387. Form ………..is issued if relief engine is sent to clear block section.

388. Form …………is issued for conditional line clear message.

389. ……………is to be done for performing shunting beyond first stop signal.

390. Maximum speed of MBW/Hopper type rolling stock is …………….Kmph.

391. Maximum speed of 20.5 t axle load and trailing load of 7.59 t/meter is………….

392. Where ………….are worked on the …………system, no train shall be allowed to leave ………………………unless ……………….has been received from the block station in ……………..

393. Authority to proceed means the. ……………given to the driver of a …………. Under the of working to ………….the …………………. With his train.

394. Form ………..is issued if relief engine is sent to clear block section.

395. Form …………is issued for conditional line clear message.

396. ……………is to be done for performing shunting beyond first stop signal.

397. Maximum speed of MBW/Hopper type rolling stock is …………….Kmph.

398. The validity of Parcel Express train’ BPC is ………….Km or………….Days whichever is earlier.

399. D.W.B. is ___________proportional to through-put.

400. POH of Mail/Express train is to be done at an interval of___________________ months.

401. Normal schedule maintenance of coaching stock are of ______________________types.

402. Average speed of goods train is the ratio of ________________ to the _____________.

403. WTR of a division is largely influenced by the __________________.

404. NTKM per wagon day is a___________________ unit.

405. Bypass line connects _________ yards and __________ yard to avoid hump shunting.

406. Staffs employed in a confidential capacity are classified as _______________________.



409. Warner signals in an independent post is provided generally in ‘A’ Class and----------- Stations.








417. The list of permanent Caution order is provided in ------------------

418. At terminal yards where the signal overlaps is zero, the speed over facing point is------------Kmph.

419. Caution indicator Board will be provided at--------------meters from the place of obstruction in BG where there is a nonstop restriction..

420. W/L Board will be provided at a distance of not less than ------------meters from the gate when visibility is clear.

421. The wagon containing ODC load shall be attached ------------

422. When the engine is pushing a material train and the brake van is leading, the speed shall not exceed--------------

423. Fog signal post will be provided a distance not less than -----------metres in rear of Outermost signal.

424. The turning out time for ART during night is---------

425. For guard to apply brake,------------whistle must be given by loco pilot.

426. GDR is prepared in ---------------.

427. For cancellation of ‘SOS’, Goods Guard should press green button twice within-----

428. Block Section means that portion of the __________ between two_________ on to which no ________________ may enter until ________ has been received from the block station at the other end of the __________________

429. Block Back means to ________________ a message from a _____________ intimating to the block station immediately _______________ on double line , or to the next block station on _________________ on a Single Line, that the Block Section is_________________ or is to be obstructed.

430. _____________ waved violently shall be used as a Stop signal only when the red light is not available.

431. Banner flag shall be not less than 150 centimeters long and ___________ wide.

432. The visibility test object shall be specified in the ____________________.

433. At station where refreshment rooms have been provided and the scheduled stoppage of the train is more than 5 (five) minutes, _________ shall be rung 5 (five) minutes before the departure of train to warn the passengers.

434. Calling-on arms shall be painted _______ with a red bar on the side facing trains to which they refer, and white with a black bar on the other side.

435. A Distant signal shall be located at an adequate distance in rear of the Stop signal, the aspect of which it ______________

436. Under special instructions, a Shunt signal may be a _______________semaphore arm.

437. No passenger train or mixed train shall be despatched from a station before the________ .

438. Goods Warning Boards of distinctive design are provided at a distance of__________metres in rear of the first Stop signal .

439. All stations from Sukna to Darjeeling trains are controlled by hand signals under _________.

440. Form……………is issued if relief engine is sent to clear block section.

441. Form ………….is issued for NIL Caution Order.

442. …………………is to be done for performing shunting beyond first stop signal.

443. The Air Brake System used in our Railway is called. ……………

444. Sectional speed is sanctioned by………….

445. The level crossings of DHR are called ……………………level crossings.

446. The system adopted in DHR is called ……………..system.

447. Showing of white light up and down vertically is an indication of ………………

448. The issue of caution order is not required for. ………………Speed restriction.

449. The shunting done by push and pull method is called……………….

450. A ----------------- ENGINE is an engine which runs over any part of the line in advance of another train to pilot that train.

451. A -------------------- ENGINE is an engine other than a train engine which is employed in marshalling and shunting trains or vehicles in station yards.

452. AN ---------------- ENGINE when more than one engine is used to work a train, all engines other than the leading engine shall be termed as assisting engine.

453. A --------------- ENGINE is an assisting engine which works in the rear of a train to help the train engine in negotiating a high bank or steep grade.

454. A -------------- ENGINE is an engine sent out to relive another engine which has broken down, has been derailed, or has been detained by an accident; or to bring in vehicles which on account of any accident, are outside station limits.

455. A -------------- ENGINE is an engine which works a train over some section of a railway outside station limits.

456. A ---------------- ENGINE is an engine running outside station limits without vehicles attached to it.

457. AN -------------- ENGINE is an engine other than a train, assisting or relief engine attached to a train running outside station limits for any purpose whatever.

458. -------------- stations are those at which the Driver must obtain an authority to proceed under the system of working to enter the block section with his train; and under the Absolute Block System.

459. Every railway servant shall be conversant with the rules relating to his duties whether supplied or not with a copy or translation of the rules relating to his duties and the ---------- shall ensure that he does so.

460. “--------------------” means the person who is duly empowered by general or special order of the Railway Administration, either by name or by virtue of his office, to issue instructions or to do any other thing.

461. “----------------” means the authority given to the Driver of a train, under the system of working, to enter the block section with his train.

462. “----------------” means to despatch a message from a block station intimating to the block station immediately in rear on double line, or to the next block station on either side on a single line, that the block section is obstructed or is to be obstructed.

463. “---------------” means that portion of the running line between two block stations on to which no running train may enter until ‘Line Clear’ has been received from the block station at the other end of the block section.

464. “-----------” means a Commissioner of Railway Safety appointed to exercise any functions under the Act and includes the Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety.

465. “------------------------” means a railway servant duly qualified to undertake and perform the duties entrusted to him.

466. “------------------” means from the sun rise to sunset.

467. “---------------” on a single line, the direction for the time being established under the system of working, to allow trains to move in that direction.

468. “---------------” means a signal of fixed location indicating a condition affecting the movement of a train and includes a semaphore arm or fixed disc for use by day and fixed light for use by night.

469. “---------------- ” means the mark at which the infringement of fixed Standard Dimensions occurs, where two lines cross or join one another;

470. “--------------------” means a competent railway servant posted at a level crossing for working the gates.

471. “Goods train” means a train (other than a material train) intended solely or mainly for the carriage of animals or goods;

472. “--------------” means the railway servant in charge of a train and includes a Asstt. Guard or any other railway servant who may for the time being be performing the duties of a guard;

473. “--------------------” means any Inspector or Assistant Inspector responsible for the construction or maintenance of permanent way, points and signals, bridges or other works connected therewith.

474. “------------------” means an arrangement of signals, points and other appliances, operated from a panel or lever frame, so interconnected by mechanical locking or electrical locking or both that their operation must take place in proper sequence to ensure safety.

475. “------------------” means a class ‘C’ station on a double line, remotely controlled from the block station rear.

476. “---------------------” means an arrangement, secured by the setting of points or other approved means, to protect the line so isolated from the danger of obstruction from other connected line or lines.

477. “-----------------” means the fixed Stop signal of a station controlling the entry of trains into the next block section.

478. “----------------” means the intersection of road with railway track at the same level.

479. “---------------” means any form of movable barrier, including a chain, capable of being closed across the road at the level crossing, but does not include a wicket or a turnstile for the use of pedestrians.

480. “----------” means the permission given from a block station to a block station in rear for a train to leave the latter and approach the former; or the permission obtained by a block station from a block station in advance for a train to leave the former and proceed towards the latter.

481. “----------” means the line ordinarily used for running trains through and between stations.

482. “-----------” means a departmental train intended solely or mainly for carriage of railway material when picked up or put down or for execution of works, either between station or within station limits.

483. “--------------” means a train intended for the carriage of passengers and goods, or of passengers, animals and goods.

484. “------------------aspect signalling” means a signalling arrangement in which signals display at any time any one of the three or more aspects and in which the aspect of every signal is pre-warned by the aspect of the previous signal or signals.

485. “-------------” and its cognate expressions includes a train, vehicle or obstacle on or fouling a line, or any condition which is dangerous to trains.

486. “--------------” means a train intended solely or mainly for the carriage of passengers and other coaching traffic, and includes a troop train.

487. “-------------------” are not signals, but are appliances fitted to and working with points to indicate by day or by night the position in which the points are set.

488. “-------------” means the line governed by one or more signals and includes connections, if any, used by a train when entering or leaving a station or when passing through a station or between stations.

489. “---------------” means a train which has started under an authority to proceed and has not completed its journey.

490. “---------------” means the movement of a vehicle or vehicles with or without an engine or of any engine or any other self-propelled vehicle, for the purpose of attaching, detaching or transfer or for any other purpose.

491. “---------------” means instructions issued from time to time by the authorised officer in respect to particular cases or special circumstances.

492. “---------------” means any place on a line of railway at which traffic is dealt with, or at which an ‘authority to proceed’ is given under the system of working.

493. “----------------” means the portion of a railway which is under the control of a Station Master and is situated between the outermost signals of the station or as may be specified by special instructions.

494. “---------------” means the person on duty who is for the time being responsible for the working of the traffic within station limits, and includes any person who is for the time being in independent charge of the working of any signals and responsible for the working of trains under the system of working in force.

495. “-------------” means a special instruction which is subservient to the General Rule to which it relates and shall not be at variance with any General Rule.

496. “---------------” means the system adopted for the time being for the working of trains on any portion of a railway.

497. “----------------” means an electrical circuit provided to detect the presence of a vehicle on a portion of track, the rails of the track forming part of the circuit.

498. “------------” means an engine with or without vehicles attached, or any self-propelled vehicle with or without a trailer, which can not be readily lifted off the track.

499. “----------------” means a signalling arrangement in which each signal displays at any one time either of the two aspects.

500. “-------------” are those at which the Driver must obtain an authority to proceed under the system of working to enter the block section with his train; and under the Absolute Block System consist of three classes.

501. Class ‘----’ stations - Where Line Clear may not be given for a train unless the line on which it is intended to receive the train is clear for at least 400 metres beyond the Home signal, or upto the Starter.

502. Class ‘----’ stations - where Line Clear may be given for a train before the line has been cleared for the reception of the train within the station section.

503. Class ‘-----’ stations - block huts, where Line Clear may not be given for a train, unless the whole of the last preceding train has passed complete at least 400 metres beyond the Home signal, and is continuing its journey. This will also include an Intermediate Block Post.

504. --------- stations or class ‘--------’ stations are stopping places which are situated between two consecutive block stations, and do not form the boundary of any block section.

505. The Railway Administration shall supply a -------- of these Rules to each station, to each locomotive running shed, and to such other offices as it may prescribe.

506. To each railway servant on whom any definite -------------------- is placed by the said rules, a copy of the rules, or of such portions thereof as relate to his duties.

507. To any railway servant a ------------- OR translation of the said rules or of such portions there of as relate to his duties as may be prescribed by special instructions.

508. ------------- Officer concerned of Operations, Safety, Mechanical, Engineering and Signal Engineering branches are responsible to supply one copy of these rules to such officers and staff required.

509. Every railway servant who has been supplied with a copy of these rules, shall keep it posted with all correction slips.

510. Every railway servant who has been supplied with a copy of these rules, shall ensure that staff working under him are supplied with all corrections and that they also comply with the provisions of this rule.

511. Every railway servant shall be ---------------- with the rules relating to his duties whether supplied or not with a copy or translation of the rules relating to his duties and the Railway Administration shall ensure that he does so.

512. Every railway servant shall render -------------- in carrying out these rules and report promptly any breach thereof, which may come to his notice, to his superior officer and other authority concerned.

513. Every railway servant is responsible for the security and protection of the property of the Railway Administration under his --------------.

514. Every railway servant shall Endeavour to prevent -------- on railway premises.

515. Every railway servant shall Endeavour to prevent --------, damage or loss of railway property.

516. Every railway servant shall Endeavour to prevent -------- to himself and others and fire in railway premises.

517. Every railway servant shall promptly observe and obey all rules and special instructions, and all ---------- orders given by his superiors.

518. Every railway servant shall be in -------------- for duty at such time and places and for such periods as may be fixed in this behalf by the Railway Administration and shall also attend at any other time and place at which his services may be required.

519. No railway servant shall, without the ----------------- of his superior, absent himself from duty or alter his appointed hours of attendance or exchange duty with any other railway servant or leave his charge of duty unless properly relieved.

520. If any railway servant while on duty desires to absent himself from duty on the ground of illness, he shall immediately report the matter to his superior and shall not leave his duty until a competent railway servant has been placed in charge thereof.

521. While on duty, no railway servant shall, whether he is directly connected with the working of trains or not, be in a --------------- of intoxication or in a state in which, by reason of his having taken or used any alcoholic drink, sedative, narcotic or stimulant drug or preparation, his capacity to perform his duties is impaired.

522. No railway servant, directly connected with the working of trains, shall take or use any alcoholic drink, sedative, narcotic or ------------------ drug or preparation within eight hours before the commencement of his duty or take or use any such drink, drug or preparation when on duty.

523. A railway servant shall Wear the ----------- and uniform, if prescribed, and be neat and tidy in his appearance while on duty.

524. A railway servant shallbe prompt, civil and courteous.

525. A railway servant shall not solicit or accept illegal gratification.

526. A railway servant shallgive all reasonable assistance and be careful to give correct information to the public.

527. A railway servant shall when asked, give his ------- and -------------- without hesitation.

528. A railway servant shallpromptly report to his superior any occurrence -------------------- the safe or proper working of the railway which may come to his notice.

529. A railway servant shall ------------- on demand all possible assistance in the case of an accident or obstruction.

530. It is the duty of all railway servants to ---------- all possible assistance to ensure safety and comfort of the traveling public.

531. The signals prescribed in these rules shall be used for controlling the movement of trains.

532. The signals prescribed in these rules for use by -------- shall also be used by ----------- in tunnels and in thick, foggy or tempestuous weather impairing visibility.

533. Fixed signals shall be clearly --------- to the Drivers of trains approaching them and shall be placed immediately to the --------------- of or above the line to which they refer unless otherwise authorised by special instructions.

534. In the case of semaphore signals, signal arms shall be placed on ---------- hand side of the post as seen by the Driver of any approaching train to which they refer.

535. Calling-on arms shall be painted white with a red bar on the side ----------- trains to which they refer, and white with a black bar on the other side.

536. Except under approved special instructions, ---------- railways shall be equipped with fixed signals as prescribed in these rules.

537. The aspects of a semaphore signal shall be displayed by the -------- of the arm by day and by a ---------- or lights by night.

538. The aspects of a colour light and position light signal both by day and by night shall be the --------- and shall be displayed by fixed light or lights.

539. The ‘Off’ position of a semaphore signal shall be displayed by day by the inclined position of the arm from -------- to 60o below the horizontal in case of two-aspect lower quadrant signals, and -------- or 90o above the horizontal in case of multiple-aspect upper quadrant signals.

540. For bringing into use a new signal or for an existing signal to be shifted to a new location, the Sr. DSTE/DSTE shall give ------- days notice to the Sr. DOM/DOM and Sr.DME/ DME.

541. A Warner signal is intended to warn a Driver of the ---------- of the block section ahead, or that he is ----------- a Stop signal.

542. A Warner signals may be placed on the same post below the ------- Stop signal or the ---------- Stop signal.

543. A Warner signal with a fixed green light above it by night, on a post by itself, shall be located at an adequate distance in rear of the Stop signal, the aspect of which it pre-warns:

544. When a Warner signal applies to a --------- Stop signal, it shall not display the ‘Proceed’ aspect unless there is adequate distance between the ------- Stop signal and the first Stop signal of the station ahead.

545. A Distant signal shall be located at an adequate distance in rear of the Stop signal, the aspect of which it -----------.

546. Under approved special instructions, a colour light -------------- signal may be combined with the last Stop signal of a station in rear or with a Stop signal protecting a level crossing.

547. The Outer signal, where provided, is the ------------- Stop signal of a station and is located at an adequate distance outside the point upto which the line may be obstructed after Line Clear has been granted to or obtained by the station in rear.

548. The Home signal is the ------------- Stop signal of a station at which an Outer signal is not provided and the ---------- Stop signal of a station at which an Outer signal is provided. It shall be located outside all connections on the line to which it refers.

549. The --------------- signal is a signal used to indicate to a Driver which of two or more diverging routes is set for him, when the Home signal is in consequence of its position, inconvenient for this purpose.

550. A Driver must not --------------- that because the Outer signal is ‘Off’ the Home signal will also be ‘Off’ and he must be always be prepared to obey the aspect and indication of the Home signal.

551. When a train leaving a station is guided by only ------- starting signal, it is the ----------- Stop signal of the station and it is called the Starter.

552. When a train leaving a station is guided by more than one Starter signal, the outermost starting signal is the last Stop signal of the station and is called the -----------.

553. A Calling-on signal, where provided, shall be fixed below a Stop signal governing the ---------- of a train.

554. Under approved special instructions, a Calling-on signal may be provided below any other Stop signal except the -------------- Stop signal.

555. A Calling-on signal shall show ---------- light in the ‘On’ position.

556. Under -------- instructions, a Shunt signal may be a miniature semaphore arm.

557. In case Shunt signals are not provided, -------------- signals may be used for shunting.

558. For speed not exceeding 15 K.M.P.H. any route indicator of ----------- design may be provided in colour light signalling territory as indicated under GR 3.19.

559. For speed more than 15 K.M.P.H. --------------- type Route indicator either by itself or in combination with stencil type/Multi-lamp type route indicator of approved design may be provided in colour light signalling territory as indicated under GR 3.19.

560. In exceptional cases where two Home signals are placed on the same post, under approved special instructions, the ----------- signal shall apply to the main line and the ------------- signal shall apply to the other lines.

561. When a signal repeater is out of order, the signal to which it refers shall also be treated as being --------- unless the Station Master on duty is able to satisfy himself that the signal is working correctly or the light is burning satisfactorily.

562. Fixed signals prescribed in this sub-chapter shall be provided at every station, except at stations between which trains are worked on the --------------- System, and at stations which are ----------------- from the provision of signals under approved special instructions.

563. Fixed signals shall not be brought into use until they have been passed by the ------------------ as being sufficient to secure the safe working of trains.

564. Whenever any new signal is brought into use or the existing signal is shifted, it must be inspected by a -------------.

565. Whenever a new signal is brought into use or an existing signal is shifted, which would effect the running trains, a caution order should be issued for a period of ---------- days.

566. Warning Boards of distinctive design are provided at a distance ------------- metres and ---------------- metres in rear of the first Stop signal for passenger and goods trains respectively.

567. The Warning board located at 1000 metres will have ----------------- stripes diagonally painted on a black board and the Warning board located at 1400 metres will have a ---------------- between two parallel lines and painted Yellow on a black board.

568. At ‘D’ class station, trains will stop as per schedule given in the ----------- and will start on ------------- signal.

569. The Gate Signal at ‘---’ or showing red light by night indicates that the level crossing gate is --------- to road traffic.

570. Every fixed signal shall be so constructed that, in case of failure of any part of its connections, it shall remain at, or return to its most ---------------------- aspect.

571. In no circumstances signals shall be taken ‘OFF’ by --------------- the wires by hand or by any other means than the ------------- method.

572. A fixed signal is said to be at ‘----------’ when it displays its most restrictive aspect and ‘-----------’ when it displays any prescribed aspect other than its most restrictive aspect.

573. The staff responsible for working signal(s) shall always see that the position of the signal arm corresponds with the ------------- of the lever operating it.

574. If, in an emergency, a reception signal has to be placed in ‘ON’ position before the arrival of train to which it refers, no points shall be altered until the train has come to a -----------, except to prevent an accident.

575. The Guard of a stopping train shall see that all visible signals in -------------- protecting his train have been put back to ‘ON’ position.

576. The proceed signal shall be shown by the Pointsman at the ------------- facing points/opposite to the station building and by the Station Master from the Station platform.

577. The normal aspect of an --------------- Stop signal is ‘Proceed’. Where, however, the signal ahead is ------------------ operated, the aspect normally displayed may be ‘Caution’ or ‘Attention’.

578. The Warner signal must not be taken ‘OFF’ unless ---------------- relevant signals have already been taken off correctly.

579. Where a gate signal is -------------- with station signals, the Station Working Rules must provide detailed instructions in respect of its working.

580. Calling-on signal in no case constitutes an “----------------” as defined in G.R. 1.02(6).

581. At stations where shunting engines are continuously used, the necessary permission will be given by the --------------- of shunting operations,

582. In case of crossing of trains, the train on the rising gradient shall be admitted ------------- without stopping at the signals.

583. Every railway servant in ---------------- of signals shall see that the greatest care is taken in the focusing, cleaning and trimming of signal lamps.

584. Points leading to the Catch siding shall normally be kept set and locked for the ---------------- except during reception and despatch of trains to and from the station.

585. The points leading to the Slip siding shall normally be kept set and locked for the --------------- except during reception and despatch of trains to and from the station.

586. All points shall normally be set for the ----------------- except when otherwise mentioned in the Station Working Rules.

587. It is the duty of the --------------- to keep the points under his charge clean and see generally that the points are in good working order.

588. A white light waved ---------------- shall be used as a Stop signal only when the red light is not available.

589. Every --------------- shall see that his station is adequately supplied with all necessary equipment for hand signalling.

590. The visibility test object shall be specified in the --------------- Rules.

591. Each of the trained men sent out with detonating(fog) signals, shall carry a ----------------- hand signal lamp.

592. Maximum speed limit of upto ------------- Kmph must be observed in sections worked under Absolute Block System, depending upon the severity of fog and the judgment of the Driver.

593. All IBHs in Semaphore signalling territory should be closed down and converted into single block sections for the duration of the fog.

594. In an exceptionally emergent situation where FOG signalmen could not be arranged in time this fact should also be mentioned in such --------------- in addition.

595. Every railway servant shall see that the railway servants in his charge concerned with the use of detonators have a -------------------- knowledge of their use.

596. On N.F. Railway -------------- are used as flare signals.

597. --------------- fusee is to be supplied to each Guard and Driver of all trains.

598. The fusees should not be stored in a --------------- atmosphere after removing them from their wrapping.

599. The possession of Form T/369-(3b) and T/369 (1) is not itself an authority to a Driver to pass signals at danger and in ---------- cases.

600. The list of “Nominated Stations” wherefrom the written authority in Form T/369(1) is to be issued to a Driver is published in the ---------------.

601. In case of temporary closure of stations due to any unavoidable reason, --------------------shall be issued from the station in rear to pass the signals at ‘ON’.

602. At interlocked station, if “Home” is defective, the speed of the train over the facing points, turn-out and cross-over must not exceed ----------------- KMPH unless otherwise specified.

603. The working of ------------- between stations shall be regulated by the standard time prescribed by the Government of India.

604. Standard time is signalled daily at ------------- hours by the Government Telegraph Transfer Office to the respective Railway Telegraph Offices.

605. For stations which are not connected to the Control, the specified transmitting stations pass on this information through the ----------- telephones.

606. No passenger ---------- or ------------- train shall be despatched from a station before the ----------- time.

607. If there are two or more ---------- lines, the direction in which trains are to run on each line shall be prescribed by special instructions.

608. The sectional speed sanctioned and permanent speed restrictions shall be shown in the -----------.

609. In such cases of defective speedometers both the maximum permissive speed and booked speed of coaching trains shall be reduced by ---------------- % from the speed otherwise permissible.

610. At interlocked stations when reception signals are suspended for any reason or when signals cannot be taken off, the speed over facing points must not exceed ------------- kilometres an hour.

611. Speed in excess of ----------- Kmph may be permitted for straights switches of interlocked turnouts only under Approved Special instructions in term of G.R. 4.10.

612. Up gradation of speeds on turnouts should cover a ------------- of contiguous stations at a time.

613. Before up grading the speeds on Turnouts beyond --------------- kmph. the track structure of loop lines should be strengthened as prescribed.

614. The signals may be taken “--------“ as usual for train pushing back in regular course of working and also for relief trains, etc. pushing back in emergency.

615. Provision of side lights on ----- trains and Electric Multiple Unit trains may be dispensed with.

616. Left of the engine refers to the ----------- side and right side to the -------------- side.

617. When trains have to cross at a station, the first train to arrive shall have its electric headlight ----------.

618. If the dimming switch is out of order the ---------- shall be extinguished altogether.

619. When trains are being pushed with the engine as rear most, the tail lamp or tail board in such cases should be exhibited on the -------------.

620. The built in red light of SLR/Inspection Carriage should be switched off when another vehicle is attached in ---------- of such SLR/Inspection Carriage.

621. It will be the duty of the Guard to ensure that tail-lamp is affixed only in the ---------- of the last vehicle.

622. Holders of ---------- passes may ride on an engine if they are on duty.

623. ------------- Officials while on duty can ride on an engine when shunting.

624. No vehicle loaded beyond the standard moving dimensions must be despatched from a station without the permission of the ------------------------.

625. When over dimensional consignment are to be ------------------ to other Zonal Railways, the acceptance of the Zonal Railways concerned also will have to be obtained.

626. In all cases, over dimensional consignment the Station Master shall be responsible for perfect and secure loading of all traffic leaving his ------------.

627. No vehicle which has been derailed shall run between stations, until it has been examined and passed by a competent ----------------;

628. Unless otherwise directed, the Diesel Asssistant --------------- couple and uncouple the engine for locomotive purposes.

629. In the course of the journey they must as far as possible keep a watch on the ---------------------- compartments to see that all is well.

630. The Guard shall not give the signal for starting the train unless he has received the permission of the ----------------- to start, in the manner prescribed by special instructions.

631. Diesel Assistants also shall obey the -------------- orders of their Drivers in all particulars.

632. The Driver should invariably look ------------- on passing the points to see that all vehicles have passed safely.

633. The Driver shall also sound --------------- clearly to indicate that the “all right” signal has been exchanged.

634. Trains while passing through a station should also be watched from ----------- sides,

635. The brake-van --------------- must remain screwed down until the whole of the work of the train has been completed.

636. The Driver shall start and stop his train carefully without a ---------.

637. Every Guard shall give his best ----------- to passengers entraining or detraining.

638. For run through trains the duty of ascerting that the train has arrived complete will devolve on the -----------------.

639. A material train shall be worked only with the permission of the ------------------ on each side and in accordance with special instructions.

640. Material train should only be divided between stations when absolutely necessary to facilitate work and never on a grade steeper than 1 in ------.

641. When a material train is being pushed by an engine the speed shall not exceed ----- Kmph if the leading vehicle is brakevan; and --------- Kmph if the leading Vehicle is not a brakevan.

642. loose shunting of vehicles occupied by workers is strictly -----------.

643. A material train shall not be ------------- on a running line at a station, except in unavoidable circumstances.

644. Each Track Maintenence Machine should be equipped with prescribed ------ and tail-light, marker lights and Sters Lights.

645. During shunting on a line occupied by the track machines, no machine shall be shunted without the presence or ------------- machine staff.

646. Temporary buffers or skids shall be provided to prevent rolling of -------------- Machines.

647. The --------------- shall see that all signals, points, gates of level crossings and the whole machinery of his station are in proper working order and shall immediately report all defects therin to the proper authority.

648. No person other than the -------------------- shall ask for or give Line Clear, or give authority to proceed.

649. It shall be the duty of a Traffic Inspector of the section, Station Manager to see that ----------------- Register is maintained upto date and the staff who have signed in the Register are well conversant with the Working Rules.

650. An -------------- Note Book shall be kept at each station for the remarks and instructions of the Inspecting Officials.

651. The Station Master is also responsible for proper ------------- of Payments of Wages Act and Hours of Employment Regulation.

652. The Station Master shall ensure that the prescribed equipment is readily available in signal cabins and maintained in ----------- order.

653. Signal cabins shall be kept neat and clean and no -------------- person shall be permitted to enter such cabins.

654. Shunting operations shall be controlled by fixed signals or hand signals or by ---------- directions.

655. The Driver shall not, however, ----------- entirely on signals and shall always be vigilant and cautious.

656. The speed during shunting operations shall not exceed --------- Kilometres an hour unless otherwise authorised by special instructions.

657. Keeping slip coaches in the rear of a train carrying passengers, standing on a line being blocked , is -------------.

658. No railway servant shall commence any loading, shunting or any other operation by which a running line may be fouled or obstructed withoutobtaining the previous sanction of the ----------------------.

659. A sand hump or snag dead end shall not be obstructed for any purpose and when it has become obstructed, it shall cease to be a ------------------ for the adequate distance for the purpose of taking ‘Off’ signals.

660. On no account shall a ------------- line be used for stabling of vehicles for any length of time.

661. The main line at a station should not ----------------- be allowed to be blocked.

662. The SM/ASM and Controller should -------------- that the Main Line is kept clear.

663. In yards situated on gradients steeper than 1 in --------------, no loose or hand shunting of any vehicle is permitted.

664. The -------------- shall see that vehicles standing at the station are properly secured in accordance with special instructions.

665. The -------------- shall see that he has got adequate number of safety chains, padlocks, sprags/wedges, etc. available in his stock.

666. When a report of any accident or obstruction is received by the Station Master, he shall see that ------------- necessary precautions are taken by the most expeditious means possible, for the protection of traffic.

667. If an accident happens to a train, the Station Master shall --------- for all necessary assistance to be sent to the train.

668. The Station Master shall, as -------------- as practicable, report each accident in accordance with special instructions.

669. If a train carrying passengers does not arrive within --------- minutes or if a goods train does not arrive within ------------- minutes after allowing for its normal running time from the station in rear, the Station Master at the station in advance shall immediately advise the stations in rear and the control of this fact.

670. When a Driver becomes aware in a block section that he does not have an authority to proceed or a proper authority to proceed, he shall immediately --------- the train.

671. In the event of token being ------------- on the run the Driver shall proceed to the Block station in advance and shall give the Station Master in writing about such loss.

672. The Driver shall use his ----------- to keep the front portion in motion, if possible, until the rear portion has been brought to a stand so as to avoid the chance of a collision between the two portions and sound prescribed code of whistle to inform the Guard of the parting.

673. The Station Master must issue the “-----------------------” to the same engine or any other relief engine or train which is to be sent to the obstructed section.

674. The speed of the engine sent out to assist the disabled train must not exceed -------------- kilometres per hour on the straight and ----------------- kilometre an hours where a clear view can not be obtained, the whistle being frequently sounded.

675. A railway servant noticing a -------------, likely to result in loss of life or cause damage to property, shall take all possible steps to save life and property, to prevent it from spreading and to extinguish it.

676. The --------------- system is used on this Railway on certain short branches which are duly notified from time to time in the Working Time Table.

677. A combination of the ------------- Trains and -------------------- systems known as the “Main Line” system.

678. Where trains are worked on the Absolute Block System no train shall be allowed to leave a block station unless Line Clear has been received from the block station in advance.

679. If thick, fog etc. impairing visibility continues for a considerable period, the ‘---------------’ shall be advised of the conditions and caution orders in such a case shall be issued in accordance with the instructions.

680. Block Instruments shall not be ------------- or operated by the maintenance staff till such time a written permission has been obtained from the Station Master on duty.

681. No person shall operate the electrical block instruments until he has passed a test in the operation of block instruments and unless he holds a --------------- granted by a railway servant appointed in this behalf by the Railway Administration.

682. The ‘BLOCK COMPETENCY CERTIFICATE’ in form of a Card shall be issued by the ---------------, to only those ‘Group - C’ staff who will be required, in the normal course of their duty, to operate and handle BLOCK -INSTRUMENTs.

683. The Competency Certificate should be kept by the staff on duty with -------- and should be produced on demand to the inspecting officials.

684. Each block signal received shall be acknowledged by sending its authorised acknowledgment.

685. No block signal shall be acknowledged until it is clearly understood.

686. If the station to which a signal is sent does not reply, the block signal shall be repeated at intervals of not less than ------------- seconds until reply is received.

687. A Train Signal Register shall be kept by the Station Master or under his ---------------.

688. No erasure shall be made in the train signal register, but if any entry is found to be ---------, a line shall be drawn through it, so that it may be read at any time and the correct entry shall be made above it.

689. The person who keeps the register for the time being shall be responsible for all entries made therein and for ------------- filling in each column thereof.

690. An authority to proceed shall not be given to the Driver except by the --------------- or by some railway servant appointed in this behalf by special instructions.

691. The Station Master shall see that the authority to proceed given to a Driver is --------------- and that, when it is in writing, it is complete and is signed in full and in ink.

692. If the train ----------- at the station and is waiting to cross another train, the authority to proceed shall not be given to the Driver until the whole of the latter train has arrived and is clear of the running line for the former train.

693. If two engines are coupled together or if one engine is in front and another in rear of the train, the authority to proceed shall be given to the Driver of the ---------- engine.

694. Every message despatched in connection with the working of a train shall distinctly describe the ----------- to which it relates.

695. For every train a separate ---------- and reply shall be sent.

696. No message or written authority to proceed shall be written out, either in full or in part, or signed, until -----------.

697. No one below the rank of ------------- is competent to remove special Engineering restrictions and certify the safety of the track.

698. Signal Inspectors shall go over their section at least once a ---------------, and carefully inspect the working of all points, bars, signals, wires and other appliances.

699. Signal light shall be inspected at night at least once a ------------- according to instructions laid down in this behalf.

700. The Mate shall see that Patrolmen and Watchmen on his gang length possess the ------------------ equipment for patrolling.

701. The ---------------- shall see that the Patrolmen come on duty, sober, fully equipped and that they leave for their beats according to time.

702. Under -------------- circumstances shall a rail be taken out of the line, except in the presence of a Permanent Way Inspector or Permanent Way Mistry.

703. Speed restrictions shall be classified as “-----------,” “---------------” and “--------------”.

704. --------------- speed restrictions are those which are purely short term in nature and are not listed in the Working Time Tables.

705. The object of “------------------” is to tender advance information with respect to block or speed restrictions required to be imposed for Engineering or Signalling Works so that train running could accordingly arranged or regulated.

706. The “Green Notice” shall be issued by the ------------------------------ on getting necessary requirement form the Divisional Engineer Sr. Divisional Engineer or Divisional Signal & Tele-com Engineer or Sr. Divisional Signal & Tele-com. Engineer as the case may be.

707. Currency of “Green Notice” (maximum ---------- months from the date of issue).

708. Temporary Engineering fixed signals shall be used at specified distances to affort protection to --------------.

709. If the lorry is required to remain stationary for more than ---------------- minutes, it must be protected by bannner flags and 3 detonators as per rules till the lorry is removed from line.

710. If visibility is impaired then a flag man is to be deputed with ------------- to proceed or follow the trolley.

711. No railway servant employed on the way or on any works shall carry on any blasting operations on or near railway except as ---------------- by special instructions.

712. Except in cases of emergency, no railway servant shall put in or ------------- any points or crossings otherwise than as permitted by special instructions.

713. A vehicle which can be lifted bodily off the line by ------------- men shall be deemed to be a trolly and any similar but heavier vehicle shall be deemed to be a lorry.

714. Any trolly which is self-propelled, by means of a ---------, is a ---------- trolly.

715. Every motor trolley shall also be fitted with ---------- brakes.

716. No lorry or trolly shall be placed on the line except by a ------------- person appointed in this behalf by special instructions.

717. No motor trolly shall also be ---------------- to a train.

718. The ----------------- is responsible for protecting the trolly or lorry.

719. Rail dolly shall not be worked on sections having gradients steeper than 1 in --------.

720. Not more than ---------- rail dolleys may be worked in a group in any one block section.

721. Normally not more than ------- rail welded panels should be carried by rail dolleys.

722. The rail dolley must not be worked after -------------- and before sunrise and in bad weather when visibility is poor.

723. When two cycle/moped trollies are running together in the same directions they should be kept one -------------- post apart.

724. A Motor trolly shall be worked under the rules for working ------------- both during day and night on all sections of this railway.

725. The speed during shunting operation shall not exceed _______ KMPH otherwise authorized by _________.

726. When the train is within station limit, the Guard shall be under the order of _____.

727. The _____ and ______ signals of a station shall not be taken “OFF” for shunting purpose.

728. Visibility test object shall be specified in the ______ ____ _______.

729. Obstruction and its ______ ______ includes a train, _____ or ______ on or fouling a line or any condition which is dangerous to trains.

730. Punctuality of passenger carrying trains are ascertained by _____ & _________.

731. A shunting limit board is a ______ board painted _____ with a _____ on the top.

732. No train shall be allowed to leave a block station unless ______ has been received from the ______ in advance.

733. The normal life of detonating signal is ______ years.

734. The working of trains between stations shall be ______ by the _____ prescribed by the Govt. of India.

735. When the engine head light fails, the speed of the train shall not exceed _____ KMPH on BG and ____ KMPH on MG.

736. Nominated station is meant for issuing _______ and notice station is meant for issuing _____.

737. Averted collision is a _____ under which, but for the vigilance shown by any person or persons, a ____ would have occurred either in the ______ or within ______.

738. A calling on signal is a _____ which has no independent aspect in the _____ position.

739. Station means a place on a line of _____ at which _____ is dealt with, or at which an _____ is given under the _____ ____ _____.

740. Passenger train means a train intended solely or mainly for the carriage of passenger and other _____ and includes a ________.

741. Special train means a train which may be required to run under __________.

742. Ex-gratia payment to accident involved passengers, incase of death is Rs. ______ and for simple injury is Rs. __

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