With reference to the Indian Railways, consider the following statements: 1. The Indian Green Building Council’s (IGBC’s) Green Railway Stations rating system is the first comprehensive rating system in India, addressing environmental sustainability specifically in Indian railway stations. 2. Vande Bharat trains runs on “push-pull” technology featuring locomotives at both ends for better acceleration. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Indian Railways, consider the following statements:
1.The Indian Green Building Council’s (IGBC’s) Green Railway Stations rating system is the first comprehensive rating system in India, addressing environmental sustainability specifically in Indian railway stations.
2.Vande Bharat trains runs on “push-pull” technology featuring locomotives at both ends for better acceleration.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is correct. The IGBC’s Green Railway Stations rating system is the first comprehensive rating system in India that specifically addresses environmental sustainability in railway stations. It evaluates the environmental performance of railway stations across several criteria, including energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, and more.

Statement 2 is incorrect. Vande Bharat trains do not use “push-pull” technology. They are electric multiple units (EMUs) with motors distributed throughout the trainset, eliminating the need for a separate locomotive at either end.

Note: Vande Bharat trains run on distributed power technology whereas Amrit Bharat trains run on push pull technology.

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