The correct answer is: B. 1951
The Indian Railways was nationalized on 5th January 1951. The nationalization of the railways was a major step in the development of the Indian economy. It led to the expansion of the railway network and the improvement of services. The nationalization also led to the creation of a large number of jobs.
The Indian Railways is one of the largest railway networks in the world. It has a total route length of over 65,000 kilometers. The railways carry over 23 million passengers and 1.2 million tonnes of freight every day. The Indian Railways is a vital part of the Indian economy and plays a major role in the development of the country.
The following are the brief descriptions of each option:
- A. 1947: India gained independence from British rule in 1947. However, the railways were not nationalized at that time.
- B. 1951: The Indian Railways was nationalized on 5th January 1951.
- C. 1952: The railways were not nationalized in 1952.
- D. 1955: The railways were not nationalized in 1955.