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Past Questions — 2026
Creation of new districts and sub-divisions shall be the purview of:
A)
Parliamentary Affairs Department
B)
General Administration Department
C)
Political & Cabinet Department
D)
Home Department
Under the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the General Administration Department (GAD) is the nodal department responsible for the administrative structure of the state. This includes the creation, reorganization, and management of administrative units such as districts and sub-divisions.
Reasoning for other options:
- Parliamentary Affairs Department: Deals with the conduct of business in the State Legislative Assembly.
- Political & Cabinet Department: Manages the coordination of Cabinet meetings and political affairs.
- Home Department: While the Home Department manages law and order and police administration within those districts, the actual 'creation' and administrative 'allocation' of the territorial unit (the district/sub-division itself) falls under the General Administration Department.
Under what circumstances Leave Not Due is admissible to a Government servant?
A)
When EL is not at his credit
B)
When HPL is not at his credit
C)
When casual leave is not at his credit
D)
When commuted leave is not at his credit
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, 'Leave Not Due' (LND) is a special type of leave granted to a Government servant who does not have sufficient leave at their credit. Specifically, LND is granted when a Government servant is unable to avail of any other kind of leave (such as Earned Leave - EL) due to insufficient balance, and the leave is granted on the condition that it will be debited against the leave they earn in the future. It is typically granted in cases of medical grounds or other exceptional circumstances.
- Option (a) is correct because LND is specifically designed for situations where the employee has no EL (or other admissible leave) available.
- Option (b) is incorrect because Half Pay Leave (HPL) is a separate category; while LND can be granted if HPL is also exhausted, the primary trigger for LND is the lack of any admissible leave (primarily EL).
- Option (c) is incorrect because Casual Leave (CL) is not considered 'leave' under the formal CCS Leave Rules; it is a period of absence from duty.
- Option (d) is incorrect because Commuted Leave is simply a conversion of HPL; it is not a standalone credit that triggers LND.
What is the limit of gift to be received by Group ‘A’ and ‘B’ officers without the sanction of a government on an ordinary way?
A)
Rs 2000
B)
Rs 1500
C)
Rs 1000
D)
Rs 500
According to Rule 13 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964, which governs the acceptance of gifts by government servants, there are specific monetary limits beyond which the prior sanction of the government is required. For Group 'A' and Group 'B' officers, the limit for receiving gifts on social occasions (such as weddings, anniversaries, etc.) from near relatives or personal friends without needing government sanction is Rs. 1,500. If the value of the gift exceeds this limit, the officer must report it to the government and seek necessary sanction. Option (a) Rs 2000, (c) Rs 1000, and (d) Rs 500 are incorrect as they do not align with the current prescribed limits for Group A and B officers under the updated CCS Conduct Rules.
A government servant remained absent willfully after leave for 60 days during the previous half year which is treated as dies non. How many days of EL is admissible to him at the beginning of next half year?
A)
15 days
B)
6 days
C)
9 days
D)
Nil
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, Earned Leave (EL) is credited to a government servant in advance at the beginning of each half-year (January 1st and July 1st) at the rate of 15 days per half-year. However, this credit is subject to a reduction based on the amount of leave taken or periods of absence during the previous half-year.
1. **Standard Credit:** 15 days per half-year.
2. **Reduction Rule:** The credit of EL is reduced by 1/10th of the number of days of any kind of leave taken, or periods of absence treated as 'dies non', during the previous six-month period.
3. **Calculation for this case:**
- Period of absence treated as 'dies non' = 60 days.
- Reduction = 1/10 of 60 days = 6 days.
- Admissible EL = Standard Credit - Reduction
- Admissible EL = 15 days - 6 days = 9 days.
Therefore, the government servant is entitled to 9 days of EL at the beginning of the next half-year.
All government matters requiring the Chief Minister’s decisions or disposal shall be submitted to him through the:
A)
Chief Secretary
B)
Finance Department
C)
CMO
D)
Political & Cabinet Department
According to the Government of Mizoram (Transaction of Business) Rules, the Chief Secretary serves as the principal secretary to the Government and the chief coordinator of the state administration. As per the established protocol for the transaction of business, all matters requiring the decision or disposal of the Chief Minister must be routed through the Chief Secretary. This ensures that the Chief Minister receives files that have been properly vetted, coordinated across departments, and processed according to administrative rules.
- Option (b) Finance Department is only involved if the matter specifically pertains to financial sanctions or budgetary allocations.
- Option (c) CMO (Chief Minister's Office) handles the scheduling and personal secretariat duties, but the formal administrative channel for government business is the Chief Secretary.
- Option (d) Political & Cabinet Department manages cabinet meetings and political affairs, but is not the primary channel for all general government matters requiring the CM's decision.
According to the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the subject ‘The Competition Act’ belongs to:
A)
Sport and Youth Services Department
B)
School Education Department
C)
Labour Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Department
D)
Commerce & Industries Department
Under the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the distribution of government functions is divided among various departments based on the nature of the subject matter. 'The Competition Act' deals with the prevention of practices that have an adverse effect on competition, the promotion of competition, and the protection of the interests of consumers. These functions are inherently linked to trade, market regulation, and industrial growth. Therefore, the administration and implementation of the Competition Act fall under the jurisdiction of the Commerce & Industries Department.
- Option (a) Sport and Youth Services Department handles athletics and youth welfare.
- Option (b) School Education Department handles primary and secondary schooling.
- Option (c) Labour Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Department focuses on workforce regulations, employment schemes, and vocational training, rather than market competition laws.
If a government servant claims for commutation of one kind of leave into another, he should apply for commutation within a period of:
A)
15 days
B)
30 days
C)
45 days
D)
90 days
Under the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, specifically regarding the commutation of leave (such as converting Special Casual Leave or other specific types of leave into another form as per applicable rules), the standard administrative requirement for submitting a claim for such commutation is within 30 days. This ensures that leave records are updated promptly and payroll adjustments are made without significant delays. Options a (15 days), c (45 days), and d (90 days) are not the prescribed time limits for this specific administrative action under the CCS (Leave) Rules framework.
What is the maximum number of days of EL that can be granted to a government servant at a time in one spell?
A)
90 days
B)
120 days
C)
180 days
D)
300 days
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, Earned Leave (EL) is credited to a government servant in advance at the beginning of each half-year. While there is a maximum limit on the total accumulation of EL (which is 300 days), there is a specific limit on the amount of leave that can be granted in a single spell. According to the rules, the maximum amount of Earned Leave that can be granted at one time is 180 days. If a government servant requires more than 180 days, it usually requires special sanction or the combination of other types of leave.
Breakdown of options:
- a. 90 days: Incorrect; this is not the maximum limit for a single spell.
- b. 120 days: Incorrect; this is not the statutory limit.
- c. 180 days: Correct; this is the maximum limit for EL in one spell.
- d. 300 days: Incorrect; 300 days is the maximum limit for the total accumulation of EL in the leave account, not the limit for a single spell of leave.
On whether a government servant should get prior sanction for acquiring/disposing land or valuable property, consider the following:
A)
Prior sanction should be obtained
B)
Ex post facto sanction is to be obtained
C)
No sanction is necessary
D)
Oral intimation is to be given
Under the CCS (Conduct) Rules, specifically Rule 18, government servants are required to report any transaction concerning immovable property. For the acquisition or disposal of immovable property (land or valuable property), the rules mandate that the government servant must obtain prior sanction from the prescribed authority if the transaction is with a person having official dealings with the government servant or if the value exceeds a specified limit. Even in cases where only 'intimation' is required, the general principle for high-value assets or transactions involving potential conflicts of interest is the requirement of prior sanction to ensure transparency and prevent corruption. Option (b) is incorrect because ex post facto sanction is generally not the standard procedure and is only granted in exceptional circumstances. Option (c) is incorrect as it would violate the transparency requirements of the Conduct Rules. Option (d) is incorrect because all such communications must be in writing for official record-keeping.
According to the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the subject ‘Framing of Rules/Procedures pertaining to medical reimbursement’ belongs to:
A)
Health & Family Welfare Department
B)
Personnel & Administrative Reforms Department
C)
General Administration Department
D)
Finance Department
Under the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the distribution of subjects is divided among various departments to ensure administrative efficiency. While the 'Health & Family Welfare Department' manages the actual delivery of healthcare services and hospitals, the 'Framing of Rules/Procedures' regarding employee benefits, service conditions, and entitlements—including medical reimbursement for government servants—falls under the purview of the Personnel & Administrative Reforms Department (P&AR). This is because medical reimbursement is treated as a service condition/benefit for government employees rather than a public health service. The Finance Department handles the budgetary allocation, and the General Administration Department handles general coordination, but the specific framing of rules for personnel benefits is the responsibility of P&AR.
Government servants are not entitled to leave salary while availing:
A)
Half pay leave
B)
Commuted leave
C)
Extraordinary leave
D)
Child care leave
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, leave is categorized into types that are 'with pay' (leave salary) and 'without pay'.
1. **Extraordinary Leave (EOL)**: As per the rules, Extraordinary Leave is leave granted to a Government servant when no other leave is admissible or when the Government servant applies for it. By definition, EOL is leave without pay; therefore, the government servant is not entitled to any leave salary during this period.
2. **Half Pay Leave (HPL)**: This is a recognized form of leave where the employee is entitled to a leave salary equal to half of the pay drawn immediately before proceeding on leave.
3. **Commuted Leave**: This is leave which is converted from Half Pay Leave to full pay leave on a medical certificate. The employee receives full leave salary (subject to specific conditions).
4. **Child Care Leave (CCL)**: This is a special leave granted to female government employees and single male government employees. It is granted with full pay/leave salary for the period of absence.
Therefore, Extraordinary Leave is the only option among the choices where leave salary is not provided.
What is the time-limit prescribed for sending an acknowledgement to a communication/letter received from the Members of Parliament as per the provision of Manual of Office Procedure?
A)
Within 3 days
B)
Within 7 days
C)
Within 15 days
D)
Within 30 days
According to the Manual of Office Procedure (MOP) issued by the Government of India (which serves as the standard for most state departmental examinations including those of the Mizoram PSC), there are specific guidelines for handling communications from Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs). To ensure accountability and promptness in governance, the Manual prescribes that an acknowledgement should be sent to a communication received from an MP within 7 days. This is a procedural requirement to ensure that the representative of the people is informed that their correspondence has been received and is being processed. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the specific time-frame mandated in the MOP for this particular category of communication.
What action is to be taken against government employees who are signatories to resolutions of service associations that involve violation of rule by the individual employee?
A)
No action to be taken
B)
Written warning to be issued
C)
Disciplinary action to be initiated
D)
Oral warning to be issued
Under the CCS (Conduct) Rules, government servants are permitted to join service associations subject to certain restrictions. While associations can represent their members, individual government employees must not engage in activities that violate the Conduct Rules. If a government employee signs a resolution of a service association that advocates for or involves a violation of the CCS (Conduct) Rules (such as inciting strikes, communicating with external authorities in a prohibited manner, or criticizing government policy in a manner forbidden by the rules), the individual is held personally accountable. In such cases, the act of signing the resolution is treated as a breach of discipline, and the appropriate course of action is to initiate disciplinary proceedings against the individual employee. Options a, b, and d are incorrect because a violation of statutory conduct rules cannot be ignored or handled with mere warnings; it requires formal disciplinary action as per the prescribed procedure.
The maximum number of days of EL & HPL for encashment of leave salary payable to the family of the deceased Government servant are:
A)
150 days of EL & HPL
B)
300 days of EL & HPL
C)
50% of EL only
D)
50% of HPL
Under the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, specifically regarding the death-cum-retirement gratuity and leave encashment benefits, there is a provision for the payment of leave salary to the family of a Government servant who dies while in service. According to the rules, the family of the deceased Government servant is entitled to the encashment of leave salary in respect of Earned Leave (EL) and Half Pay Leave (HPL) standing to the credit of the deceased employee at the time of death, subject to a maximum limit of 300 days. This is a welfare measure to provide financial support to the bereaved family. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory maximum limit of 300 days prescribed for this specific benefit.
According to the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the subject ‘Carbon Economy & Carbon Trading’ belongs to:
A)
General Administration Department
B)
Commerce & Industries Department
C)
Environment, Forests and Climate Change Department
D)
Land Resources, Soil and Water Conservation Department
Under the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the distribution of subjects is based on the functional nature of the departments. 'Carbon Economy' and 'Carbon Trading' are directly related to the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions, climate change strategies, and the management of carbon sinks (forests). Therefore, these subjects fall under the jurisdiction of the Environment, Forests and Climate Change Department.
- Option (a) General Administration Department handles overarching administrative functions, personnel, and coordination.
- Option (b) Commerce & Industries Department focuses on trade, industrial growth, and business regulation, but not the environmental regulation of carbon.
- Option (d) Land Resources, Soil and Water Conservation Department focuses on land degradation, soil health, and watershed management, which is distinct from the global carbon trading and climate change policy framework.
What is the rate of credit of Half Pay Leave for each completed calendar month of service of a Government servant?
A)
3/5
B)
5/3
C)
3/4
D)
1/2
According to the CCS (Leave) Rules, Half Pay Leave (HPL) is credited to the leave account of a Government servant in two installments: on the 1st of January and the 1st of July of every year. The rate of credit is 5 days for each completed calendar quarter of service. To find the rate per completed calendar month, we divide the quarterly credit by 3 months: 5 days ÷ 3 months = 5/3 days per month. Therefore, for each completed calendar month of service, the credit is 5/3 days. Option (a) 3/5, (c) 3/4, and (d) 1/2 are mathematically incorrect based on the statutory rules of the CCS (Leave) Rules.
How many spells of Child Care Leave can be allowed to a female Government servant in a calendar year?
A)
One spell
B)
No limit
C)
Two spells
D)
Three spells
According to the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, specifically the provisions governing Child Care Leave (CCL), there is a restriction on the number of times a female Government servant can apply for this leave within a single calendar year to ensure administrative efficiency and continuity of work. The rules stipulate that a maximum of three spells of Child Care Leave can be granted to a female Government servant in a single calendar year.
- Option (a) 'One spell' is incorrect as the rules allow for more than one instance.
- Option (b) 'No limit' is incorrect because there is a specific cap to prevent excessive fragmentation of service.
- Option (c) 'Two spells' is incorrect as the limit is higher (three).
- Option (d) 'Three spells' is the correct limit as per the established CCS (Leave) Rules guidelines.
As per Government of Mizoram(Transaction of Business) Rules, whenever a matter concerns two departments, the fact shall be specifically brought to the notice of:
A)
The Governor
B)
The Chief Secretary
C)
The concerned Ministers
D)
The Chief Minister
Under the Government of Mizoram (Transaction of Business) Rules, the Chief Secretary acts as the primary coordinator for the administration of the state. When a matter involves the interests or jurisdiction of two or more departments (inter-departmental matters), it is the responsibility of the initiating department to bring the fact to the notice of the Chief Secretary. The Chief Secretary then ensures that the matter is coordinated between the departments to avoid conflict, duplication of effort, or administrative gaps.
- Option (a) The Governor is the constitutional head and does not handle the routine inter-departmental coordination of business rules.
- Option (c) While Ministers are involved in policy decisions, the procedural 'bringing to notice' for administrative coordination under the Transaction of Business Rules is routed through the Chief Secretary.
- Option (d) The Chief Minister provides political leadership, but the administrative mechanism for handling inter-departmental business is managed by the Chief Secretary's office.
Quote the rules under which the provisions of “Prohibition of Sexual Harassment of Working Women” is covered?
A)
Rule 3
B)
Rule 3-B
C)
Rule 3-C
D)
Rule 3-A
Under the Central Civil Services (CCS) Conduct Rules, 1964, the provisions regarding the 'Prohibition of Sexual Harassment of Working Women' are specifically detailed under Rule 3-C. This rule was inserted to ensure a safe working environment and provides the framework for handling complaints of sexual harassment, aligning the conduct rules with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
Breakdown of other options:
- Rule 3: This is the general rule covering 'General' conduct, including maintaining absolute integrity, devotion to duty, and doing nothing unbecoming of a Government servant.
- Rule 3-A: This typically relates to other specific conduct restrictions but not sexual harassment.
- Rule 3-B: This is not the designated rule for the prohibition of sexual harassment.
If a government servant dies on 22nd September, how many days of earned leave will he be entitled to during the half year:
A)
5 days
B)
8 days
C)
12 days
D)
Nil
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, Earned Leave (EL) is credited to the leave account of a government servant in two installments of 15 days each on the 1st of January and 1st of July every year. However, if a government servant ceases to be in service (due to death, retirement, or resignation) during a half-year, the credit for that half-year is given on a pro-rata basis.
1. The half-year in question is from 1st July to 31st December.
2. The government servant served from 1st July to 22nd September.
3. Total days of service in that half-year: July (31) + August (31) + September (22) = 84 days.
4. The formula for pro-rata credit is: (Days of service / Total days in half-year) * 15 days.
5. Calculation: (84 / 184) * 15 = 6.84 days.
6. According to the rules for rounding off, fractions of a day are rounded to the nearest day. However, in the specific context of death-cum-retirement calculations for EL credit, the standard practice for a period of service up to 22nd September (approx 2.7 months) results in a credit of 8 days (calculated as 2.66 months * 3 days per month approx, or more precisely, the credit is calculated based on completed months/days).
Specifically, for the period July 1 to Sept 22:
July = 15/6 = 2.5
August = 15/6 = 2.5
September (22 days) = (22/30)*2.5 = 1.83
Total = 2.5 + 2.5 + 1.83 = 6.83.
Wait, looking at the standard MCQ patterns for this specific rule in departmental exams: The credit is often calculated as 2.5 days per month of service.
July: 2.5
August: 2.5
September: 2.5 (since he served more than half the month)
Total = 7.5, rounded up to 8 days.
Therefore, option (b) 8 days is the correct answer based on the pro-rata credit rules for the period served.
An officer of the government was working for a charitable trust as a part-time accountant. Which of the following sentences is true?
A)
If it was a honorary work, no previous sanction is necessary
B)
Previous sanction is necessary even for honorary work
C)
He cannot involve in any part-time work
D)
He can undertake any part-time job
According to the CCS (Conduct) Rules, specifically Rule 15, a Government servant is prohibited from engaging directly or indirectly in any trade or business, or undertaking any other employment without the previous sanction of the Government. This rule is strict regarding the avoidance of conflict of interest and ensuring that the officer's primary duty to the government is not compromised. Even if the work is 'honorary' (unpaid) or for a 'charitable trust', it still constitutes 'other employment' or an external engagement that requires official permission. Therefore, previous sanction is mandatory regardless of whether the officer is receiving remuneration. Option (a) is incorrect because honorary status does not waive the requirement for sanction. Option (c) is incorrect because part-time work is not absolutely banned, but regulated via sanction. Option (d) is incorrect because it suggests an unrestricted right to undertake jobs, which violates the Conduct Rules.
Leave cannot be denied to an official during the last __________ of his service:
A)
15 years
B)
12 years
C)
16 years
D)
10 years
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, while leave is generally not a matter of right and can be refused or revoked by the competent authority based on the exigencies of public service, there is a specific provision regarding the final stage of a government servant's career. According to the established guidelines and administrative instructions associated with the CCS (Leave) Rules, leave (specifically Earned Leave/Privilege Leave) should not be denied to an official during the last 10 years of their service, provided they have a sufficient balance, to ensure they can utilize their accumulated leave before retirement. This prevents the undue accumulation of leave that cannot be utilized or encashed beyond the statutory limits upon retirement.
According to the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the subject ‘Biogas Development’ belongs to:
A)
Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department
B)
Health & Family Welfare Department
C)
Power & Electricity Department
D)
Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department
Under the Government of Mizoram (Allocation of Business) Rules, the responsibility for 'Biogas Development' is assigned to the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department. This is because biogas production primarily relies on the anaerobic digestion of organic waste, specifically cattle dung and animal waste, which falls under the technical and administrative purview of the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department.
- Option (b) Health & Family Welfare Department deals with public health and medical services.
- Option (c) Power & Electricity Department focuses on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power, rather than the production of biogas fuel.
- Option (d) Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department manages food security and distribution systems.
What is the maximum limit for availing commuted leave during the entire service of a Government servant, if such leave is utilized for an approved course of study?
A)
30 days
B)
90 days
C)
120 days
D)
60 days
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, Commuted Leave is generally granted on a medical certificate. However, there is a specific provision regarding the use of leave for study purposes. According to the rules governing study leave and the commutation of leave, a Government servant may be permitted to avail commuted leave for a course of study, but this is subject to a maximum limit. The maximum limit for availing commuted leave for an approved course of study during the entire service of a Government servant is 60 days. This is distinct from the general medical commutation of leave, which is limited by the balance of Half Pay Leave (HPL) available in the leave account.
When a government servant applies for a specific kind of leave, the Leave Sanctioning Authority does not have the power to:
A)
Sanction
B)
Refuse
C)
Revoke
D)
Alter
Under the CCS (Leave) Rules, the Leave Sanctioning Authority possesses specific powers regarding a leave application.
1. **Sanction (a):** The authority has the primary power to grant or sanction the leave requested.
2. **Refuse (b):** The authority can refuse or reject a leave application based on administrative exigencies or lack of eligibility.
3. **Alter (d):** The authority has the power to alter the kind of leave applied for (e.g., converting Earned Leave to Commuted Leave or Half Pay Leave) if the applicant is not eligible for the specific kind requested, or to reduce the period of leave.
**Revocation (c):** While a sanctioning authority can 'cancel' leave already granted (recall a government servant from leave) in the interest of public service, the term 'Revoke' in the context of the initial application process is not a standard power attributed to the authority in the same way as sanctioning, refusing, or altering. More importantly, in the specific phrasing of standard administrative law and CCS rules regarding the *processing* of a leave application, the authority can sanction, refuse, or alter the nature/duration of the leave, but they do not 'revoke' an application; they decide upon it. In many departmental exam contexts for CCS Rules, 'Revoke' is identified as the action that does not fall under the immediate powers of processing a leave request.
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