Indian Railways AI Strategy Quiz

What is the primary role of Indian Railways (IR) in India's transportation system?

• Managing air traffic control

• Serving as the backbone of the nation's transportation

• Regulating maritime trade

• Overseeing road construction

In which year was Indian Railways (IR) established?

• 1947

• 1853

• 2000

• 1920

What was the average number of derailments faced by IR annually before 2020?

• 10

• 100

• 40

• 5

What percentage of delays was caused by scheduling inefficiencies in IR before the AI strategy?

• 10%

• 20%

• 50%

• 5%

What was the annual financial loss due to outdated maintenance in IR before AI implementation?

• ₹1,00,000 crore

• ₹10,000 crore

• ₹5,000 crore

• ₹50,000 crore

Which national strategy did IR align with for its AI initiative?

• Digital India

• Make in India

• NITI Aayog's National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (#AIforAll)

• Swachh Bharat Mission

By what percentage does IR aim to reduce accidents by 2025 through its AI initiative?

• 10%

• 30%

• 60%

• 80%

Which organization spearheaded the planning phase for IR's AI strategy?

• Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

• Railway Board and Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS)

• Ministry of Finance

• National Highway Authority of India

What was the budget allocated for IR's modernization plan?

• ₹1 crore

• ₹500 crore

• ₹2.15 lakh crore

• ₹10,000 crore

What was the main focus of the 2019 audit conducted by CRIS?

• Increasing ticket prices

• Identifying key gaps via stakeholder consultations

• Building new railway stations

• Promoting tourism