Geography Transportation system of India

Q. In which one of the following places is the headquarters of the North-Eastern Railway located?

A
Kolkata
B
Guwahati
C
Gorakhpur
D
Bhubaneswar

Correct Answer

Gorakhpur

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    A)Saturn
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