Practice Challenges Faced By Railways (7.2.4) - LIFELINES OF NATIONAL ECONOMY

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Question 1.
What is one challenge faced by the Indian Railways?
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Think about natural landscapes.
Question 2.
Name one safety issue faced by railways.
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It's when someone doesn't buy a ticket.
3Question 3.
Which of the following is a challenge faced by railways?
- A. Geographic obstacles
- B. Cost of construction
- C. Both A and B
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Remember what influences the building of railways.
4Question 4.
True or False: Ticketless travel is a problem that can lead to decreased railway revenue.
- True
- False
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Consider how tickets work for funding.
Question 5.
Evaluate the impact of frequent train delays on both the passengers and the goods delivery system in India.
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Consider how delayed goods impact commerce.
Question 6.
Propose a strategy to mitigate the challenges that the railways face due to geographical features.
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Think about technical approaches.

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