Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

On the basis of the track width of Indian Railways, what type of gauge is Matheran Hill Railways?

Options:

Narrow gauge

Medium gauge

Broad gauge

Standard gauge

Correct Answer:

Narrow gauge

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Narrow gauge

The Matheran Hill Railways is a narrow-gauge railway based on the track width.

While the specific track width of Indian Railways can vary, standard gauges in India are typically broader than 1 meter. The Matheran Hill Railway, with a width of 2 ft (610 mm), falls significantly below this range, classifying it as narrow gauge.