Which fastening system is commonly used with concrete sleepers in Indian Railways?

Explanation:

Elastic Rail Clip:

• This fastening system is commonly used with concrete sleepers in Indian Railways.
• It provides better stability and resilience, as it helps in keeping the rails in place by exerting a clamping force.
• The elasticity of the clip allows it to absorb vibrations and impacts, which improves the overall performance and durability of the track.

 Additional Information

1. Dog Spike: This is traditionally used with wooden sleepers. It is driven into the timber to hold the rails in place, but it is not suitable for concrete sleepers.

2. Fang Bolt: Typically used in some older or specific rail applications, it is not as common as the elastic rail clip for concrete sleepers in India.

3. Fish Plate: A fish plate is a metal plate used to join two rails together. It is not a fastening system for securing the rails to the sleepers but rather for connecting adjacent rails.