Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Indian Railways is the 2nd largest railway network in the world.
2.India has more than 50000 km length railway track.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Indian Railways is the World’s 4th largest railway network, after the US, China, and Russia, with the entire track covering a route length of more than 67,000 km.

  • Deterioration in the Operating Ratio limits spending capacity on upgradation and safety.
  • The operating ratio (i.e., the ratio of working expenses to traffic earnings) was 107.4% in 2021-22.
  • This implies Indian Railways spent Rs 107 to earn Rs 100 from traffic operations.

Source: FORUMIAS

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