Courses of Action – Train derailment on a bridge with fatalities Statement: A train derailed on a bridge and fell into a river, causing 65 deaths. Decide which action(s) logically follow.
Verbal Reasoning
Course of Action
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
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AOnly I and II follow
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BOnly II and III follow
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COnly III follows
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DAll follow
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: All follow
Explanation
Introduction / Context:A major rail disaster requires accountability, relief, and prevention. Suitable courses of action must address immediate needs and longer-term safety enhancements.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Derailment on a bridge; train fell into river; 65 fatalities.
- Courses: I) Railways to clarify reasons to Government; II) Government to allocate funds for compensation and relief; III) Strengthen bridge protection walls to avoid such accidents.
Concept / Approach:Evaluate necessity across three horizons: investigation/accountability, relief/compensation, and engineering controls to prevent recurrence. All three are logically linked to the incident.
Step-by-Step Solution:
I (clarify reasons): Formal inquiry and reporting to the Government are essential for accountability and corrective action. Follows.II (allocate funds): Immediate relief, compensation to victims, and infrastructure repair require funds. Follows.III (strengthen protection walls): Engineering controls like guard rails, check-rails, and stronger parapets can mitigate derailment consequences on bridges. Follows.Verification / Alternative check:
Standard post-accident protocol includes inquiry (Commissioner of Railway Safety), ex-gratia, and infrastructure upgrades based on findings.Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Any subset ignores a key dimension (accountability, relief, or prevention) necessary after such a disaster.Common Pitfalls:
Treating compensation as optional, or neglecting engineering prevention after a bridge-related derailment.Final Answer:All follow