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Which type of switch generally used for B.G. and M.G. tracks?(a) straight cut(b) over riding(c) undercut(d) articulatedI had been asked this question in homework.This intriguing question originated from Dealing with Railways in portion P.W.D of Civil Engineering Drawing

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Correct answer is (b) over riding

Explanation: Metre gauge is the system of narrow gauge railways and tramways with a track gauge of 1,000 MM (3 ft 3\(\frac{3}{8}\) in). It has installations of around 95,000 kilometres (59,000 mi) in the world. It is the main gauge in some countries.

Broad gauge railways use a track gauge (DISTANCE between the RAILS) greater than the STANDARD gauge of 1,435 mm (4 ft 8\(\frac{1}{2}\) in).



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