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For B.G. single track railway, the height of the tunnel above top of rails should be

5.5 m to 5.8 m
5.8 m to 6.2 m
6.7 m to 7.3 m
7.3 m to 7.5 m

Correct Answer: 6.7 m to 7.3 m

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