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The longest railway platform in India

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Amritsar
  2. Gorakhpur
  3. Kathagodam
  4. Kanpur

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Gorakhpur

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Gorakhpur. Gorakhpur Junction in Uttar Pradesh has the longest railway platform in India, measuring around 1,366.33 metres. It plays a crucial role in connecting Eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar to other parts of India. This long platform allows multiple trains to be stationed simultaneously. It is an important hub for North Eastern Railway (NER).