MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Which of the following statements NOT AMOUNTED to a penalty within the meaning of Rule 11 of CCS (CCA) Rules,1965
(1) Compulsory retirement of a Government servant in accordance with the provisions relating to his superannuation or retirement.
(2) Withholding of increments of pay of a Government servant for his failure to pass any departmental examination in accordance with the rules or orders governing the Service to which he belongs or post which he holds or the terms of his appointment.
A)
Only 1
B)
Only 2
C)
Neither 1 nor 2
D)
Both 1 and 2
Option D is correct: Both 1 and 2.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Which of the following statements about suspension of Government Servant is/are CORRECT?
(1) A Government servant may be suspended only after he has been convicted in a criminal case.
(2) A Government servant may be suspended if he is found engaged in activities prejudicial to the security of the State.
A)
Only 1
B)
Both 1 and 2
C)
Neither 1 nor 2
D)
Only 2
Option D is correct: Only 2.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
As per Rule 10(6) of the CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965, the extension of suspension shall not exceed—
A)
90 days at a time
B)
120 days at a times
C)
180 days at a time
D)
365 days at a time
Option A is correct: 90 days at a time.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
The Disciplinary Authority places Inspector Kumar suspension citing “in the interest of the security of the State.” Which sub-rule of the CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965 applies here?
A)
Rule 10(1)(aa)
B)
Rule 10 (2)
C)
Rule 10(3)
D)
Rule 10(5)
Option A is correct: Rule 10(1)(aa).
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Which category of Government servant is eligible for Travelling Allowance (TA) concession for the journey to home town after retirement?
A)
Those who retire on superannuation only
B)
Those who retire on voluntary retirement and superannuation
C)
Those who resign from service
D)
Those who are dismissed or removed from service
Option B is correct: Those who retire on voluntary retirement and superannuation.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Which of the following statements are correct regarding MINOR penalties?
1. Minor penalties can be imposed by the Head of Department or Disciplinary Authority.
2. Examples include censure, withholding of increments, and reduction to a lower post.
3. Minor penalties are covered under Rule 10 of CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965.
A)
1 and 2 only
B)
1 and 3 only
C)
2 and 3 only
D)
All statements (1, 2, 3)
Option D is correct: All statements (1, 2, 3).
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Who is/are required to sign the Daily Order Sheet (DOS)?
A)
Only the Inquiry Officer
B)
Inquiry Officer, Presenting Officer, and Charged Officer/Defence Assistant
C)
Presenting Officer and Charged Officer/Defence Assistant
D)
Inquiry Officer and Presenting Officer
Option B is correct: Inquiry Officer, Presenting Officer, and Charged Officer/Defence Assistant.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Under Rule 18 of CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965, when can disciplinary action be taken in a common proceeding?
A)
Only when one Government servant is involved in multiple complaints.
B)
When two or more Government servants are concerned in the same case.
C)
Only for minor penalties.
D)
Only if the disciplinary authority orders separate proceedings.
Option B is correct: When two or more Government servants are concerned in the same case..
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Which of the following statements is CORRECT regarding disciplinary authorities under Rule 11 of CCS (CCA) Rules,1965?
A)
Every officer has the power to impose any penalty.
B)
Minor penalties can be imposed by controlling authorities; major penalties require appointing authority approval.
C)
Major penalties can be imposed by immediate supervisors without consultation.
D)
Only the President of India can impose any penalty.
Option B is correct: Minor penalties can be imposed by controlling authorities; major penalties require appointing authority approval..
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Lianmawii is appointed to a Government post. The Central Government issues a general order exempting her class of employees from producing medical certificates. Her appointment is:
A)
Valid under exemption
B)
Invalid
C)
Subject to probation
D)
Cancelled
Option A is correct: Valid under exemption.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Under Rule 14(3) of CCS (CCA) Rules,1965, before holding an inquiry, the disciplinary authority must draw up—
A)
definite and distinct articles of charge and statement of imputations
B)
only the employee’s service record
C)
a suspension order and inquiry report
D)
a statement of defence
Option A is correct: definite and distinct articles of charge and statement of imputations.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Competent authority to sanction TA for different classes of journey is:
A)
President of India
B)
Finance Ministry
C)
Head of Office
D)
Any staff
Option C is correct: Head of Office.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Who is considered a “Government Servant” under FR & SR?
A)
Defence personnel
B)
A person employed in connection with Union/State affairs
C)
Daily wage worker in private sector
D)
Contractor
Option B is correct: A person employed in connection with Union/State affairs.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Identify the INCORRECT statement regarding penalties under CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965:
A)
A government servant must be given an opportunity to explain (show-cause notice) before any penalty is imposed.
B)
Disciplinary Authority can delegate powers to impose dismissal to a subordinate officer.
C)
A government servant can appeal against the penalty imposed by the Disciplinary Authority as per CCS (CCA) Rules.
D)
Penalties ensure proper discipline and administrative efficiency.
Option B is correct: Disciplinary Authority can delegate powers to impose dismissal to a subordinate officer..
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Identify the CORRECT statements regarding Government servant :
1. Leave may not be granted to a Government servant under suspension.
2. The pay and allowances of a Government servant who is dismissed or removed from service cease from the date of such dismissal or removal.
3. A Government servant may be treated as on duty during a course of training in India.
A)
1 and 2 only
B)
1 and 3 only
C)
2 and 3 only
D)
All statements (1, 2, 3)
Option C is correct: 2 and 3 only.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Lien means the right of a Government servant to:
A)
Hold a post temporarily
B)
Receive allowances only
C)
Hold a post on a regular basis
D)
Remain on probation
Option C is correct: Hold a post on a regular basis.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Daily Allowance (DA) depends on:
A)
Class of travel
B)
Personal preference
C)
Distance and duration of stay
D)
None
Option C is correct: Distance and duration of stay.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Suspension of a government servant can be ordered when:
A)
Disciplinary proceedings are contemplated or pending against him
B)
He is engaged in a private business
C)
He applies for leave without pay
D)
He fails to submit property returns
Option A is correct: Disciplinary proceedings are contemplated or pending against him.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Which of the following is considered an addition to pay?
A)
Dearness Allowance (DA)
B)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
C)
Overtime pay
D)
All of the above
Option D is correct: All of the above.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
When a Presenting Officer is not a legal practitioner, can the Charged Officer engage a legal practitioner to present the case?
A)
Appointment of Defence Assistant is the sole choice of the Charged Officer
B)
Not permissible under any circumstances
C)
Permissible with the approval of the Disciplinary Authority
D)
Permissible with the approval of the Inquiry Authority
Option C is correct: Permissible with the approval of the Disciplinary Authority.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
“Withholding of promotion” is categorized as—
A)
Major penalty
B)
Minor penalty
C)
Not a penalty
D)
Conditional penalty
Option B is correct: Minor penalty.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Which of the following is not a duty of the Controlling Officer?
A)
Ensuring TA bills are correctly prepared
B)
Certifying journeys were performed as claimed
C)
Personal use of TA funds
D)
Ensuring claims comply with FR & SR rules
Option C is correct: Personal use of TA funds.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
A Government servant in Pay Level 10 is entitled to which travel class?
A)
Economy class by air or AC-I by train
B)
Deluxe bus only
C)
First Class/AC-III by train
D)
Economy class by air or AC-II by train
Option D is correct: Economy class by air or AC-II by train.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
Traveling Allowance (TA) is granted to a government servant for:
A)
Official journeys
B)
Leisure trips
C)
Personal travel
D)
Family vacations
Option A is correct: Official journeys.
MPS Departmental • 2025 • Paper-II
What is the maximum number of pending cases a Government servant can act as a Defence Assistant in at a time?
A)
3
B)
6
C)
7
D)
8
Option A is correct: 3.
