Parliament passed Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024

Current Context: The Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 was passed by Parliament on March 10, 2025, with the aim of enhancing the functioning and independence of the Railway Board. 

Key highlights include:

• Repeal of the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905: Provisions for the Railway Board are now incorporated into the Railways Act, 1989.
• Decentralization of powers: General managers in railway zones can approve projects up to ₹1,000 crore.
• Independent regulator: To oversee fare determination, infrastructure access, and service standards.
• Safety and modernization: Focus on infrastructure upgrades, accident reduction, and adoption of advanced technologies like KAVACH.

Question:

Q.1 The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, emphasizes the adoption of which advanced technology for safety improvements?
a) KAVACH
b) AI-Powered Ticketing
c) Bullet Train Automation
d) Blockchain for Freight Management

Answer: a) The Bill focuses on safety and modernization, including the implementation of KAVACH, an anti-collision system designed to reduce railway accidents and improve operational safety.