Signal Error Blamed for India Rail Disaster

Signal Error Blamed for India Rail Disaster

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses a recent train crash in India involving three trains, resulting in 275 deaths. A faulty signaling system is identified as the cause. The government has ordered an investigation by the Federal Criminal Investigating Agency to address political pressure and public scrutiny. The incident adds to the challenges faced by Prime Minister Modi, who is under pressure due to unemployment, inflation, and recent electoral losses. The investigation is seen as a strategy to manage opposition and public perception ahead of upcoming elections.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was identified as the primary cause of the railway accident?

Faulty signaling system

Human error

Mechanical failure

Weather conditions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Why did the government order an investigation by the Federal Criminal Investigating Agency?

To delay the investigation

To alleviate political pressure

To address public demand

To find new evidence

3.

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What is one reason the public questioned the need for a federal investigation?

The agency is inexperienced

The cause was already known

The investigation is too costly

The accident was minor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What challenges is Prime Minister Modi facing that could affect his political standing?

International relations

Healthcare reforms

Unemployment and inflation

Environmental issues

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How might the railway accident impact the political landscape in India?

It will unify the opposition

It will have no impact

It will strengthen the ruling party

It will lead to new elections