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The Kalka-Shimla Railway: A Journey Through the Shivalik Hills

Description: The Kalka-Shimla Railway is a narrow-gauge railway in India that runs through the Shivalik Hills. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its stunning scenery and challenging engineering feats. Test your knowledge about this iconic railway with this quiz.
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When was the Kalka-Shimla Railway constructed?

  1. 1898

  2. 1903

  3. 1908

  4. 1912


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Kalka-Shimla Railway was constructed between 1898 and 1903.

What is the length of the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. 96 km

  2. 108 km

  3. 120 km

  4. 132 km


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kalka-Shimla Railway is 96 km long.

How many stations are there on the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. 18

  2. 20

  3. 22

  4. 24


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

There are 20 stations on the Kalka-Shimla Railway.

What is the maximum gradient on the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. 1 in 33

  2. 1 in 25

  3. 1 in 20

  4. 1 in 15


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum gradient on the Kalka-Shimla Railway is 1 in 33.

What is the minimum radius of curvature on the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. 30 m

  2. 40 m

  3. 50 m

  4. 60 m


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum radius of curvature on the Kalka-Shimla Railway is 30 m.

What type of locomotives are used on the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. Steam locomotives

  2. Diesel locomotives

  3. Electric locomotives

  4. Hybrid locomotives


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Steam locomotives are used on the Kalka-Shimla Railway.

What is the maximum speed of the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. 25 km/h

  2. 30 km/h

  3. 35 km/h

  4. 40 km/h


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum speed of the Kalka-Shimla Railway is 25 km/h.

How long does it take to travel from Kalka to Shimla by train?

  1. 5 hours

  2. 6 hours

  3. 7 hours

  4. 8 hours


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

It takes about 5 hours to travel from Kalka to Shimla by train.

What is the fare for a ticket on the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. INR 500

  2. INR 1000

  3. INR 1500

  4. INR 2000


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The fare for a ticket on the Kalka-Shimla Railway is INR 500.

What is the best time of year to visit the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. Summer

  2. Monsoon

  3. Winter

  4. Spring


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best time of year to visit the Kalka-Shimla Railway is spring (March-May).

What are some of the popular tourist attractions along the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. The Himalayan National Park

  2. The Shimla State Museum

  3. The Jakhu Temple

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Himalayan National Park, the Shimla State Museum, and the Jakhu Temple are all popular tourist attractions along the Kalka-Shimla Railway.

What is the UNESCO World Heritage Site status of the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. Natural

  2. Cultural

  3. Mixed

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Kalka-Shimla Railway has a UNESCO World Heritage Site status of mixed, meaning that it has both cultural and natural significance.

What is the significance of the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  2. It is a popular tourist attraction.

  3. It is a challenging engineering feat.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kalka-Shimla Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a popular tourist attraction, and a challenging engineering feat.

What is the future of the Kalka-Shimla Railway?

  1. It will be closed.

  2. It will be upgraded.

  3. It will be preserved.

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Kalka-Shimla Railway will be preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist attraction.

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