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As per the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, under what condition is a Government servant prohibited from entering into a marriage?
A)
If both parties are from different religions
B)
If the marriage is not registered under law
C)
If the person has a living spouse
D)
If the person is below the age of 30
According to Rule 21 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, no Government servant shall enter into or continue with a marriage if he has a spouse living. This rule prohibits bigamy and polygamy for government employees.
Breakdown of options:
- Option (a) is incorrect because the rules do not prohibit inter-religious marriages.
- Option (b) is incorrect because while registration is encouraged by law, the Conduct Rules specifically prohibit the act of entering a second marriage while a spouse is alive, regardless of registration status.
- Option (c) is correct as it directly aligns with the prohibition against bigamy under Rule 21.
- Option (d) is incorrect as there is no such age restriction (30 years) for marriage within the CCS (Conduct) Rules.
Which of the following is true regarding travelling allowance of a person for the journey to join his first post in Government service?
A)
Generally not admissible unless otherwise provided.
B)
Travelling allowance is admissible.
C)
Admissible only if train journey.
D)
Admissible if journey requires continuous travel for more than 200 km.
Under the standard Supplementary Rules (SR) governing Travelling Allowance (TA), a person joining their first post in Government service is not entitled to travelling allowance for the journey from their home to the place of first posting. The logic is that the journey to join the first appointment is considered a personal journey to enter service, rather than a journey performed on official duty or a transfer ordered by the government. TA is typically admissible for journeys performed on tour or upon transfer from one government post to another. Therefore, unless specific special provisions or orders are issued for a particular appointment, TA for the initial journey to join the first post is not admissible.
‘Temporary post’ means:
A)
Post without duties
B)
Post sanctioned for limited time with definite rate of pay
C)
Post without financial implications
D)
Post sanctioned for a particular Government servant
In the context of Fundamental Rules (FR) and government service regulations, a 'Temporary Post' is defined as a post that is created for a specific, limited period or for a particular project/purpose, rather than being a permanent part of the organizational structure. Such a post must be formally sanctioned and must have a defined scale of pay (definite rate of pay) associated with it to allow for the disbursement of salary.
Analysis of other options:
- Option (a) 'Post without duties' is incorrect because every sanctioned post must have associated duties.
- Option (c) 'Post without financial implications' is incorrect because any sanctioned post involves financial implications (salary, allowances).
- Option (d) 'Post sanctioned for a particular Government servant' is incorrect; posts are sanctioned for functions/roles, not for specific individuals (which would violate general service rules regarding recruitment and tenure).
Under SR 203, upon transfer to Foreign Service, the Service Book is sent to:
A)
Audit Officer
B)
Department of Personnel
C)
Head of Department
D)
Ministry of External Affairs
Under the Supplementary Rules (SR), specifically regarding the administration of service records during transfer to Foreign Service, the Service Book is not transferred to the external organization (the foreign employer) because it is a confidential government record. Instead, the Service Book is returned to the Head of Department (HoD) or the controlling authority of the parent department. This ensures that the government maintains a continuous record of the employee's service, leave accounts, and pension contributions while the employee is on foreign service. Options (a), (b), and (d) are incorrect because the Audit Officer handles financial verification, the Department of Personnel handles policy/appointments, and the Ministry of External Affairs only handles diplomatic postings, not the general administrative custody of all Service Books for all departments.
For single female Government servants, Child Care Leave can be availed of up to:
A)
3 spells in a calendar year
B)
4 spells in a calendar year
C)
6 spells in a calendar year
D)
Unlimited spells in a calendar year
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, specifically the provisions regarding Child Care Leave (CCL), there are restrictions on the number of spells in which the leave can be taken to prevent the disruption of office work. For female Government servants (including single female Government servants), Child Care Leave cannot be granted in more than 6 spells in a calendar year. This limit applies to all eligible female employees regardless of their marital status, as the rule focuses on the care of the child. Therefore, option (c) is the correct limit as per the established guidelines of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).
Under Rule 3-C of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 relating to prohibition of sexual harassment of working women, which of the following is true?
A)
Only physical contact counts as sexual harassment.
B)
Creating a hostile work environment for women may amount to sexual harassment.
C)
Physical advances does not count as sexual harassment.
D)
Supervisors need not act against harassment.
Rule 3-C of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, specifically prohibits sexual harassment of working women. According to the rule and the guidelines issued by the Government of India (aligned with the Vishaka Guidelines and the POSH Act), sexual harassment is defined broadly. It includes not only direct physical contact but also unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and any other unwelcome physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature. Crucially, it includes creating an intimidating or hostile work environment.
Analysis of options:
- Option (a) is incorrect because sexual harassment includes verbal and non-verbal conduct, not just physical contact.
- Option (b) is correct as creating a hostile work environment is a recognized form of sexual harassment under the rules.
- Option (c) is incorrect because physical advances are a primary example of sexual harassment.
- Option (d) is incorrect because supervisors and the administration are legally and administratively mandated to act against harassment and provide a safe working environment.
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, a Government servant on Extraordinary Leave (EOL) is entitled to:
A)
Full pay and allowances
B)
Half pay leave salary
C)
Leave salary equivalent to earned leave
D)
No leave salary
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, Extraordinary Leave (EOL) is defined as leave which is not earned. According to the rules governing EOL, a Government servant granted Extraordinary Leave is not entitled to any leave salary. EOL is typically granted when no other leave is admissible or when the Government servant applies for it specifically.
Analysis of options:
- Option (a) is incorrect because full pay is associated with Earned Leave or Commuted Leave.
- Option (b) is incorrect because half pay is associated with Half Pay Leave (HPL).
- Option (c) is incorrect because EOL is distinct from Earned Leave and does not carry the financial benefits of Earned Leave.
- Option (d) is correct as the fundamental characteristic of Extraordinary Leave is that it is leave without pay.
If a Government servant’s date of birth is the 1st of a month, he retires on:
A)
Last day of that month
B)
First day of that month
C)
Last day of the preceding month
D)
Day before his birthday
According to the Fundamental Rules (FR) and the Central Civil Services (CCS) Pension Rules (which govern government servants in India and are generally adopted by state governments like Mizoram), the rule for retirement is as follows: A government servant retires from service on the afternoon of the last day of the month in which his birthday falls. However, there is a specific exception for those born on the 1st of a month. If a government servant's date of birth is the 1st of a month, he retires on the last day of the preceding month. This ensures that the employee does not serve into the month of their retirement birthday if they were born on the very first day of that month. Therefore, option (c) is the correct legal provision.
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, a single male Government servant may be granted Child Care Leave for:
A)
A maximum of 720 days for two eldest surviving children
B)
A maximum of 730 days for two eldest surviving children
C)
An unlimited period for disabled children only
D)
A maximum of 15 days each for two eldest surviving children
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, specifically the provisions regarding Child Care Leave (CCL), the entitlement is as follows: 1. CCL is granted to female Government servants and single male Government servants (including children adopted by single male Government servants). 2. The maximum grant of Child Care Leave is 730 days during the entire service for taking care of up to two eldest surviving children. 3. This leave is granted until the child attains the age of 18 years, though there are special provisions for children with disabilities. Therefore, option (b) is the correct legal provision. Option (a) is incorrect as the limit is 730, not 720. Option (c) is incorrect because while there are extensions for disabled children, the total leave is not 'unlimited'. Option (d) is incorrect as 15 days is not the statutory limit for CCL.
The maximum amount of study leave that may be granted to a Government servant during his entire service shall not exceed:
A)
12 months
B)
18 months
C)
24 months
D)
36 months
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, specifically under the rules governing Study Leave, the maximum period of study leave that may be granted to a Government servant during their entire service is 24 months. This limit applies regardless of whether the leave is taken in one stretch or in installments. While the competent authority may grant leave for a specific course, the cumulative total for the entire career cannot exceed 24 months. Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer, while options (a), (b), and (d) provide incorrect durations that do not align with the statutory limit set by the CCS (Leave) Rules.
According to Rule 18 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, which of the following is not included in the term ‘movable property’?
A)
Jewellery
B)
Insurance policies with annual premium above two months’ basic pay
C)
Books and clothing meant for ordinary use
D)
Motor vehicles
Rule 18 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, deals with the 'Movable, immovable and valuable property'. Under the definition of 'movable property' provided in these rules, certain items are specifically excluded to avoid unnecessary reporting of everyday personal effects.
1. **Jewellery (Option a)**: This is considered movable property and must be reported if it exceeds the prescribed monetary limits.
2. **Insurance policies (Option b)**: Policies with an annual premium exceeding two months' basic pay are specifically categorized as movable property for reporting purposes.
3. **Motor vehicles (Option d)**: Cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles are classic examples of movable property.
4. **Books and clothing (Option c)**: The rules explicitly state that 'books and clothing meant for ordinary use' are NOT included in the term 'movable property'. This exemption exists because these are considered basic personal necessities rather than assets of investment or significant value.
The CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 apply to:
A)
All Government employees including railway servants
B)
Only employees of the State Governments
C)
Persons appointed to civil services or posts in connection with the affairs of the Union
D)
Employees of private companies working on Government contracts
The Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964, are formulated under the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution of India. According to Rule 1 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, these rules apply to all persons appointed to civil services of the Union or holding civil posts in connection with the affairs of the Union.
Reasoning for other options:
- Option (a) is incorrect because Railway servants are governed by their own specific set of rules (Railway Services Conduct Rules) and are generally excluded from the general CCS Conduct Rules.
- Option (b) is incorrect because State Government employees are governed by the respective State Civil Services Conduct Rules, not the Central (CCS) rules.
- Option (d) is incorrect because employees of private companies are not 'civil servants' of the Union and are governed by their employment contracts and private labor laws, not by the CCS (Conduct) Rules.
‘Time-scale pay’ under FR 9 means:
A)
Pay fixed without increments
B)
Pay rising by periodic increments from minimum to maximum
C)
Commission-based pay
D)
Variable pay with bonuses
Under the Fundamental Rules (FR), specifically FR 9(25), 'Time-scale pay' is defined as pay which increases by periodic increments at specified rates and on a specified date, rising from a minimum to a maximum.
- Option (a) is incorrect because time-scale pay inherently involves increments.
- Option (c) is incorrect because commission-based pay is a variable performance-based payment, not a structured scale.
- Option (d) is incorrect because variable pay and bonuses are separate from the basic pay structure of a time-scale.
As per CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, what is the minimum duration for which Child Care Leave (CCL) can be granted to a female Government servant?
A)
2 days
B)
3 days
C)
4 days
D)
5 days
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, and the subsequent guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) regarding Child Care Leave (CCL), CCL cannot be granted for a period of less than 15 days. However, in specific cases, the leave can be granted for a shorter duration. Specifically, the rules stipulate that the minimum duration for which Child Care Leave can be granted is 5 days. Any request for leave shorter than this minimum threshold is generally not permissible under the standard CCL guidelines to prevent the misuse of the provision for short-term casual absences. Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer.
As per the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, what is the maximum duration of Child Care Leave that can be granted to a female Government servant during her entire service?
A)
180 days
B)
365 days
C)
720 days
D)
730 days
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, specifically under the provisions for Child Care Leave (CCL), a female Government servant (and single male Government servants) may be granted Child Care Leave for a maximum period of 730 days during their entire service for taking care of up to two eldest surviving children. This leave is granted to meet the needs of childcare for children up to the age of 18 years.
- Option (a) 180 days is incorrect as it does not align with the total service entitlement.
- Option (b) 365 days is incorrect as it represents only one year, whereas the rule allows for two years.
- Option (c) 720 days is incorrect as it is a mathematical error; the rule specifies 730 days (which corresponds to two years of 365 days each).
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, what is the maximum period of continuous leave that may be granted to a Government servant?
A)
3 years
B)
4 years
C)
6 years
D)
5 years
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, specifically Rule 7, it is stipulated that a Government servant cannot be granted leave of any kind for a continuous period exceeding five years. This is a general ceiling on the total duration of continuous leave, regardless of the type of leave (Earned Leave, Half Pay Leave, etc.) being combined. If a Government servant requires a longer absence, they must typically apply for extraordinary leave or other specific arrangements, but the standard maximum limit for continuous leave under these rules is 5 years.
According to Supplementary Rule 2(16), the term “public conveyance” refers to:
A)
Any vehicle owned by the government.
B)
A train, steamer, or other conveyance regularly used for passenger transport.
C)
Private vehicles occasionally used for government travel.
D)
Any conveyance specifically reserved for government servants.
Under the Supplementary Rules (SR), specifically SR 2(16), 'public conveyance' is defined as a conveyance (such as a train, steamer, bus, or other vehicle) that is regularly used for the transport of passengers for hire.
- Option (a) is incorrect because government-owned vehicles are classified as 'government conveyances' or 'official vehicles,' not public conveyances.
- Option (c) is incorrect because private vehicles are, by definition, not 'public' and are subject to different reimbursement rules (mileage allowance).
- Option (d) is incorrect because a conveyance reserved specifically for government servants is an official facility, whereas a public conveyance is available to the general public.
For calculating mileage allowance, the route chosen must normally be:
A)
The shortest or cheapest practicable route
B)
The most scenic route
C)
Any route preferred by the government servant
D)
The fastest irrespective of cost
Under the Supplementary Rules (SR) and Fundamental Rules governing Travelling Allowance (TA), the general principle for claiming mileage allowance is that the government servant must travel by the most economical means available. Specifically, the rules stipulate that the route chosen for the journey must be the shortest or the cheapest practicable route. If a government servant chooses a longer or more expensive route without prior official sanction or a valid justification (such as safety or official necessity), the TA is restricted to the amount that would have been admissible had the shortest or cheapest route been taken.
- Option (b) is incorrect because scenic value is not a valid criterion for government expenditure.
- Option (c) is incorrect because personal preference does not override the requirement for economy and efficiency in public spending.
- Option (d) is incorrect because speed does not justify excessive cost unless specifically authorized for urgent official business.
A Government servant who is on Foreign Service, upon his re-transfer to Government service, his service book shall be sent to –
A)
Head of Office
B)
Draw & Disbursing Officer
C)
Dealing Assistant
D)
Audit Officer
According to the Supplementary Rules (SR) and the general administrative procedures governing the maintenance of Service Books for Government servants, the Service Book is the primary record of a government employee's career. When a government servant is on Foreign Service, their service records are managed according to specific rules regarding the transfer of records. Upon their re-transfer (repatriation) to Government service, the Service Book must be returned to the administrative authority responsible for the employee's payroll and service records. The 'Head of Office' is the designated authority responsible for the custody and maintenance of the Service Book of the employees working under their administrative control.
- Option (b) Draw & Disbursing Officer (DDO) is responsible for the payment of salaries but not the ultimate custody of the Service Book.
- Option (c) Dealing Assistant is a clerical staff member who processes the file but does not hold the official authority for the record's custody.
- Option (d) Audit Officer verifies the entries but does not maintain the Service Book.
According to the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 managing a newspaper requires:
A)
Prior Government sanction
B)
No approval
C)
Approval from local media
D)
Approval only from Department head
Under the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, specifically Rule 15, there are strict guidelines regarding the participation of government servants in politics, press, and publications. Rule 15(1) explicitly states that no Government servant shall, without the previous sanction of the Government, conduct or participate in the editing or management of any newspaper. This is to ensure that the official's duties are not compromised and that there is no conflict of interest or misuse of official position to influence public opinion through a media outlet.
- Option (b) is incorrect because government servants are restricted from engaging in such activities without permission.
- Option (c) is incorrect as local media has no regulatory authority over a government employee's conduct.
- Option (d) is incorrect because the rules specifically require 'Government sanction' (usually meaning the competent authority or the Ministry/Department overseeing the employee), which is a higher level of authorization than just a local Department head in the context of managing a publication.
Based on the passage, what has replaced the tick-tock of analog timepieces?
A)
Phone alarms
B)
Flicker of notifications on wrist watches
C)
Digital clocks
D)
Calendar reminders
Option B is correct: Flicker of notifications on wrist watches.
Based on the passage, what syndrome is mentioned to describe anxiety when the phone is out of reach?
A)
Digital fatigue
B)
Phantom limb syndrome
C)
Notification disorder
D)
Screen withdrawal
Option B is correct: Phantom limb syndrome.
Select the most suitable sentence from the given alternatives which conveys the exact meaning in accordance with the correct grammatical rules:
A)
I am an optimist and therefore I generally differ with you.
B)
I am an optimist and therefore I generally differ to you.
C)
I am an optimist and therefore I generally differ from you.
D)
I am an optimist and therefore I generally differ against you.
The question tests the correct usage of the verb 'differ' and its accompanying preposition. In English grammar, 'differ' is used with different prepositions depending on the intended meaning:
1. **Differ from**: This is used when comparing two or more things or people to highlight a difference in quality, opinion, or characteristic. In this sentence, the speaker is contrasting their optimistic nature with the other person's nature or viewpoint. Therefore, 'differ from you' is the grammatically correct way to express that they are different from the other person.
2. **Differ with**: This is specifically used when expressing a disagreement with someone regarding a specific point or opinion (e.g., 'I differ with you on this particular issue'). While it sounds similar, 'differ from' is the standard choice when describing a general state of being different or having a different outlook (like being an optimist).
3. **Differ to/against**: These are grammatically incorrect constructions. 'Differ' is never paired with 'to' or 'against' in this context.
Since the sentence establishes a general identity ('I am an optimist'), the most suitable preposition to describe the resulting difference between the two individuals is 'from'.
What is the tone of the passage?
A)
Humorous
B)
Critical and reflective
C)
Optimistic
D)
Indifferent
Option B is correct: Critical and reflective.
Pick out the one-word substitute for the following: Wide, uninterrupted view
A)
window-view
B)
eagle-view
C)
macroscopic
D)
panorama
The term 'panorama' refers to an unbroken, wide-angle view of a surrounding area, typically seen from a high vantage point.
Analysis of options:
- (a) window-view: This is a descriptive phrase, not a standard one-word substitute, and refers only to what is seen through a window.
- (b) eagle-view: While 'bird's-eye view' is a common idiom for seeing something from above, 'eagle-view' is not a standard one-word substitute for a wide, uninterrupted view.
- (c) macroscopic: This is a scientific term meaning visible to the naked eye (opposite of microscopic); it does not describe the breadth or continuity of a view.
- (d) panorama: Derived from the Greek words 'pan' (all) and 'horama' (view), it precisely fits the definition of a wide, uninterrupted view.