Office Procedure and Administration – MCQ from Study Material (Medium Level Questions) - LDCE Mock Test

The sources provide a comprehensive look into the Indian administrative and service framework, covering aspects of the Constitution and detailed governmental procedures. Key constitutional elements examined include the Preamble, Fundamental Rights, and Directive Principles of State Policy, alongside specific articles governing government servants like recruitment (Art. 309), tenure (Art. 310), and disciplinary action (Art. 311). The texts also extensively outline disciplinary procedures for both major and minor penalties, the role of administrative tribunals like the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), and rules concerning reservations for various categories in recruitment and promotion. Furthermore, the material covers financial regulations, including General Financial Rules (GFRs), travel and dearness allowances (TA/DA), and procedures for maintenance, safety, and security grading of documents within government organizations.

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Office Procedure and Administration Medium Level Questions

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What is the time limit for an employee to make a request for an alteration in their date of birth after entry into government service?

Within one year of entry.

Within two years of confirmation.

Any time before retirement.

Within five years of entry.

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As per the rules for government contracts, when are 'Cost Plus' contracts permissible?

Only for the purchase of perishable stores.

When global tenders have been openly invited.

When the value of the contract is below a specified limit.

They should be avoided except where they are inevitable.

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When can an inquiry under disciplinary proceedings be dispensed with as per the exceptions provided under Article 311?

When the disciplinary authority decides the case is straightforward and does not require an inquiry.

When the President or Governor is satisfied that it is not expedient in the interest of the security of the State.

When the employee admits to the charges in their written statement.

When the employee has been absent without authorization for over a year.

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What is the procedure for filling the post of Chargeman Gr.II (Tech) as per the revised SRO No. 191 of 28.11.1994?

25% by direct recruitment, 25% by LDCE, and 50% by promotion.

50% by direct recruitment and 50% by promotion.

66 2/3% by direct recruitment and 33 1/3% by promotion.

100% by promotion from feeder grades.

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For compassionate appointments, what is the maximum percentage of vacancies in the direct recruitment quota in Group C or Group D posts that can be reserved?

10%

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What is the policy regarding seniority of a direct recruit if their joining is delayed but occurs within an extended time limit granted by the competent authority?

They are placed at the bottom of the seniority list for that batch.

Their seniority will not be affected and will be as per the original merit list.

They are placed junior to all candidates from the subsequent select list.

Their seniority is determined from their actual date of joining.

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In the context of industrial safety, which of the following is NOT listed as a method to control electrical hazards?

Guarding of live parts

Providing adequate working space about electrical equipment

Proper equipment grounding

Using flexible cords as a substitute for fixed wiring

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What is the prescribed daily allowance (DA) for an employee whose absence from headquarters exceeds 6 hours but not 12 hours?

100% of the admissible amount

70% of the admissible amount

Nil

50% of the admissible amount

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Under the Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme (CGEGIS), if an employee dies while in service, what amount is payable to the nominee?

Only the amount of Insurance Cover.

Only the accumulated amount from the Saving Fund with interest.

The amount of Insurance Cover plus the accumulated amount from the Saving Fund.

Double the amount of Insurance Cover.

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According to the 'Role of Junior Works Manager' section, which of the following is considered a 'Liaisoning' duty?

Ensuring proper upkeep & maintenance of tools and machinery.

Controlling wastage and limiting the UAR (Unavoidable Rejection).

Maintaining discipline in the section.

Conducting vendors-analysis for developing a list of suppliers.

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For a government servant to be eligible for the Leave Travel Concession (LTC), what is the minimum period of continuous service required?

One year

Three years

Two years

Six months

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What type of writ is issued by a court to command a public authority to perform its public duty?

Certiorari

Quo-Warranto

Habeas Corpus

Mandamus

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In the event of a government servant's death while in service, what is the permissible period for the family to retain government accommodation?

1 year on market rent.

2 years on normal license fee, if they do not own a house at the last station.

2 months on normal license fee.

6 months on concessional rent.

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What is the validity period of a panel prepared by a Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC)?

One year, ceasing to be in force after one year and six months or until a new panel is prepared, whichever is earlier.

It remains valid until all empanelled candidates are promoted.

Six months from the date of the meeting.

Two years, corresponding to the block period for some other benefits.

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What is the crucial date for determining the eligibility of candidates for promotion to be considered by a DPC?

The 1st of January of the vacancy year.

The last day of the vacancy year.

The date the DPC meeting is held.

The first day of the financial year (April 1st).

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In disciplinary proceedings, which of the following is classified as a 'major' penalty?

Compulsory retirement

Withholding of increments of pay.

Censure

Recovery from pay for pecuniary loss.

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Which of the following fundamental rights is termed the 'heart and soul of the constitution' under Article 32?

Right to Constitutional Remedies

Right to Equality

Right to Freedom

Right against Exploitation

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Under the Assured Career Progression (ACP) Scheme, financial upgradation is granted after how many years of regular service for the first and second instances?

10 and 20 years respectively.

12 and 24 years respectively.

15 and 25 years respectively.

12 and 20 years respectively.

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According to the rules on maintaining service records, how often should the service book be shown to the government servant for their signature?

Only upon request by the employee.

Every year.

Only at the time of promotion or transfer.

Every six months.

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What is the primary role of a Junior Works Manager (JWM) when appointed as an Orderly Officer?

To conduct vendor-analysis for new stores.

To act as a representative of the General Manager for tackling emergent problems.

To preside over Union/JCM elections.

To maintain discipline in their own section.

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For which method of recruitment is reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) applicable, according to the source material?

Promotion only.

Both Direct Recruitment and Promotion.

Deputation and Transfer only.

Direct Recruitment only.

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What is the maximum period an employee can retain government accommodation on normal license fee after being transferred to another station?

4 months

1 month

6 months

2 months

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In the context of TA on Transfer, what does the 'Composite Transfer Grant' equal?

One-third of one month’s Basic Pay.

A fixed amount based on the employee's grade.

One month’s Basic Pay plus Dearness Pay.

One month’s Gross Pay.

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What is the quantum of reservation for Ex-Servicemen in Group 'C' posts filled by direct recruitment?

10%

20%

15%

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According to the GFRs, 1963, which of the following is NOT listed as a 'Cannon of Financial Propriety'?

Exercising the same vigilance as a person of ordinary prudence would with their own money.

Prioritizing expenditure that provides the maximum benefit to the largest number of people.

Ensuring expenditure is not prima facie more than the occasion demands.

Not exercising powers of sanctioning expenditure to pass an order for one's own advantage.

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What is the time limit for an employee to submit their written statement of defence after being served a charge-sheet under Rule 14, as per the standard forms mentioned in the material?

30 days

15 days

7 days

10 days

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Under Article 311 of the Constitution, what is the mandatory pre-requisite before a civil servant can be dismissed, removed, or reduced in rank?

Approval from the President or Governor.

A review by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT).

An inquiry with a reasonable opportunity of being heard.

Consultation with the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

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What is the key difference between a 'Board of Inquiry' and a 'Court of Inquiry' as described in the provided material?

A Board of Inquiry is judicial in nature, while a Court of Inquiry is administrative.

A Board of Inquiry is a fact-finding administrative process, while a Court of Inquiry is a charge-proving disciplinary process.

A Court of Inquiry is always held ex-parte, whereas a Board of Inquiry requires the employee's presence.

Only a Court of Inquiry can investigate accidents, while a Board of Inquiry handles disciplinary matters.

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Under the C.C.S (Conduct) Rules, which of the following activities requires prior permission or sanction from the prescribed authority?

Publishing a book in the bona fide discharge of official duties.

Undertaking honorary work of a social or charitable nature.

Accepting a fee for work done for a private or public body.

Participating in 'shramdaan' organised by a government department during spare time.

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According to the source material on the Indian Constitution, which country's constitution was the source for 'Emergency Powers' in the Indian Constitution?

German

Irish

USA

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