Multiple choice

What is the width of broad guage?

  1. 2 m

  2. 1.92 m

  3. 1.676 m

  4. 1.452 m
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Broad gauge in India is 1.676 meters (5 feet 6 inches), which is the standard gauge used for most of India's railway network. This specific gauge width was chosen during British colonial administration and has become the Indian standard. Option A (2 m) is too wide, while Options B and D don't match the standard Indian broad gauge specification.

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