Friday, 18 May 2012

MODEL QUESTIONS FOR IPO & PM GRADE 1 EXAM BASED ON POSTAL MANUAL VOLUME VI PART II

POSTAL MANUAL VOLUME VI PART II
1.         Cost of single MO forms is
            a)         0.50 paise                                          b)         0.25 paise
            c)         Rs 1/-                                                  d)         Free of cost                           Ans:b
2.         The book of MO form contain
            a)         50 forms                                             b)         100 forms
            c)         25 forms                                             d)         200 forms                              Ans:a
3.         The cost of VP MO form is
            a)         0.50 paise                                          b)         0.25 paise
            c)         Rs 1/-                                                  d)         Free of cost                           Ans:b
4.         The daily MO issue journal and MO paid  list prepared in
            a)         MO-2, MO-4                                       b)         MO-4, MO14
            c)         MO 17, MO 18                                   d)         None of these                       Ans:a

5.         MO issue journal prepared in
            a)         Single copy                                       d)         In duplicate
            c)         In triplicate                                         d)         In quadruplicate                   Ans:c
6.         Mark the correct option
a)                 MO check list prepared in MO 70
b)                 HVMO list prepared in MO-75
c)                  Register of MO received prepared in MO-3
d)                 All the above                                                                                                 Ans:d 
7.         The round and oblong MO stamp must always remain under lock and key in personal custody of
            a)         Regn PA                                            b)         MO PA
            c)         Postmaster                                        d)         None of these                       Ans:c
8.         MO becomes void
a)                 At the beginning of the month following the month of its issue.
b)                 At the end of the  month of issue
c)                  At the end of the month following the month of its issue
d)                 None of these                                                                                               Ans:c(65)
9.         The official who initial in the Postman book in token of receipt of MO acknowledgement is
            a)         Regn PA                                            b)         Postmaster
            c)         Treasurer                                           d)         MO paid PA                           Ans:d(38)
10.       If the remitter presents an application requesting postmaster of office of issue to change  the name of payee, the fee to be collected is
a)                 Second commission in cash
b)                 Free
c)                  Second commission in shape of postage stamp affixed on the application
d)                 None of these                                                                                               Ans:c
11.       A money order received for payment to minor of 5 year old is paid to
a)                 Parent or guardian
b)                 Minor himself
c)                  Any elder available at the given address
d)                 None of these                                                                                               Ans:a(34)
12.       If the payee refuses to take MO payment, MO should be
a)                 Kept in deposit for 7 days
b)                 Returned to RLO
c)                  Returned to remitter at once
d)                 Returned to the remitter after 10 days                                                      Ans:c(62)
13.       When a remitter presents MO form filled in regional language which is not known at the office of payment, the MO issue PA
a)                 Translates into English
b)                 Dispatches the MO form as it is
c)                  Insists the customer to fill the form in English
d)                 Refused to book the MO                                                                             Ans:a(9)
14.       If a MO is lost after payment
a)                 Duplicate MO will be prepared by office of issue
b)                 Duplicate mo will be prepared by office of payment
c)                  Certificate of payment will be prepared by office of payment
d)                 Memo of admission of payment will be prepared by office of issue and on receipt, the office of payment will get the signature of the payee in the memo and forward it to the Audit Office.                                                                        Ans:d(75)
15.       Fee for redirection of an Inland MO is
            a)         Double of MO commission                         b)         Equal to the MO commission
            c)         Hal of MO commission                                d)         Free of cost               Ans:d(59)
16.       If the remitter wants to change the name of payee, after booking of MO
a)                 No fee is to be collected from eh remitter for the first alteration
b)                 Second commission equal to first
c)                  Half of the first commission
d)                 Postage stamp for Rs 10 to be affixed on the request form                 Ans:b(61)
17.       High Value money order received without HVMO list
a)                 Will be returned to the remitter
b)                 Will be paid as usual
c)                  Will be sent to divisional office for further order
d)                 Will be kept in deposit to ascertain genuineness from the office of issue        Ans:d(87)
18.       The amount of commission on a Service money order for Rs 5000 is
            a)         Rs 250/-                                             b)         Half rate of normal MO
            c)         Nil                                                       d)         None of these                       Ans:c(11)
19.       Family allotment money order is remitted by
            a)         Railway authorities                          b)         Defense authorities
            c)         Telecom authorities                         d)         None of these                       Ans:b(55)
20.       The MO commission chargeable for remitting Rs 5000/- to National defense fund and Prime minister Relief fund is Rs
            a)         Rs 250/-                                             b)         Half rate of normal MO
            c)         Nil                                                       d)         50 only                                   Ans:c(11)
21.       The stamp impressed on Mo form received for payment is
            a)         Oblong stamp                                   b)         Round MO stamp
            c)         Date stamp                                        d)         Name stamp                          Ans:b(25)
22.       If a MO is repaid to the remitter, his signature should be obtained on
a)                 Only in the MO receipt portion
b)                 Both in the receipt and acknowledgment portion
c)                  Only in the acknowledgement portion
d)                 Only in postman book                                                                                 Ans:a(61)
23.       Family allotment MO is printed in
            a)         Blue ink in red paper                       b)         Blue ink on pink paper
            c)         Red ink on blue paper                    d)         black ink on blue paper      Ans:c(55)
24.       If there is a discrepancy of less than Rs 10/- between the amount entered by the remitter and by the office of issue
a)                 MO issue returned to the office of issue for necessary correction
b)                 MO is paid only after confirming the value of MO by fax/telegram
c)                  The amount written by the remitter is paid and irregularity reported to office of issue
d)                 None of these                                                                                               And:c923)
25.       If a payee of the VPMO (sender of the VP article) for Rs 400/- is deceased, then the VPMO should be
            a)         Returned to the addressee of the VP article
            b)         paid to the claimant in the presence of alliterate witness
            c)         Returned t Audit office as unpaid
            d)         Paid to the claimant after obtaining indemnity bond with one surety              Ans:d(77)

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NDA Syllabus | National Defence Academy Examination Syllabus




SYLLABUS OF THE EXAMINATION
Paper–I (Code No. 01)
MATHEMATICS
(Maximum Marks–300)

1. Algebra :
Concept of a set, operations on sets, Venn diagrams. De Morgan laws. Cartesian product, relation, equivalence relation.

Representation of real numbers on a line Complex numbers—basic properties, modulus, argument, cube roots of unity. Binary system of numbers. Conversion of a number in decimal system to binary system and vice-versa. Arithmetic, Geometric and Harmonic progressions. Quadratic equations with real coefficients. Solution of linear inequations of two variables by graphs. Permutation and Combination. Binomial theorem and its applications. Logarithms and their applications.

2. Matrices and Determinants :
Types of matrices, operations on matrices. Determinant of a matrix basic properties of determinants. Adjoint and inverse of a square matrix Applications—Solution of a system of linear equations in two or three unknowns by Cramer’s rule and by Matrix Method.

3. Trigonometry :
Angles and their measures in degrees and in radians. Trigonometrical ratios. Trigonometric identities Sum and difference formulae. Multiple and Sub-multiple angles. Inverse trigonometric functions. Applications—Height and distance, properties of triangles.

4. Analytical Geometry of Two and Three Dimensions :
Rectangular Cartesian Coordinate system. Distance formula. Equation of a line in various forms. Angle between two lines. Distance of a point from a line. Equation of a circle in standard and in general form. Standard forms of parabola, ellipse and hyperbola. Eccentricity and axis of a conic. Point in a three dimensional space, distance between two points. Direction Cosines and direction ratios. Equation of a plane and a line in various forms. Angle between two lines and angle between two planes. Equation of a sphere.

5. Differential Calculus :
Concept of a real valued function-domain, range and graph of a function. Composite functions, one to one, onto and inverse functions. Notion of limit, Standard limits—examples. Continuity of functions—examples, algebraic operations on continuous functions. Derivative of function at a point, geometrical and physical interpretation of a derivative-applications. Derivatives of sum, product and quotient of functions, derivative of a function with respect to another function, derivative of a composite function. Second order derivatives. Increasing and decreasing functions. Application of derivatives in problems of maxima and minima.

6. Integral Calculus and Differential Equations :
Integration as inverse of differentiation, integration by substitution and by parts, standard integrals involving algebraic expressions, trigonometric, exponential and hyperbolic functions. Evaluation of definite integrals—determination of areas of plane regions bounded by curves—applications. Definition of order and degree of a differential equation, formation of a differential equation by examples. General and particular solution of a differential equation, solution of first order and first degree differential equations of
various types—examples. Application in problems of growth and decay.

7. Vector Algebra :
Vectors in two and three dimensions, magnitude and direction of a vector. Unit and null vectors, addition of vectors, scalar multiplication of a vector, scalar product or dot product of two vectors. Vector product or cross product of two vectors. Applications-work done by a force and moment of a force, and in geometrical problems.

8. Statistics and Probability :
Statistics : Classification of data. Frequency distribution, cumulative frequency distribution examples. Graphical representation—Histogram, Pie Chart, frequency polygon—examples. Measure of Central tendency—Mean, median and mode. Variance and standard deviation—determination and comparison. Correlation and regression.

Probability : Random experiment, outcomes and associated sample space, events, mutually exclusive and exhaustive events, impossible and certain events. Union and intersection of events. Complementary, elementary and composite events. Definition of probability—classical and statistical examples. Elementary theorems on probability— simple problems. Conditional probability, Bayes’ theorem-simple problems. Random variable as function on a sample space. Binomial distribution, examples of random experiments giving rise to Binomial distribution.


Paper–II (Code No. 02)
GENERAL ABILITY TEST
(Maximum Marks–600)
PART ‘A’

ENGLISH
(Maximum Marks–200)

The question paper in English will be designed to test the candidate’s understanding of English and work-man-like use of words. The syllabus covers various aspects like : Grammar and usage, vocabulary, comprehension and cohesion in extended texts to test the candidate’s proficiency in English.

PART ‘B’
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
(Maximum Marks–400)
The question paper on General Knowledge will broadly cover the subjects : Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography and Current Events. 

The syllabus given below is designed to indicate the scope of these subjects included in this paper. The topics mentioned are not to be regarded as exhaustive and questions on topics of similar nature not specifically mentioned in the syllabus may also be asked. Candidate’s answers are expected to show their knowledge and intelligent understanding of the subject.

Section ‘A’ (Physics)
Physical Properties and States of Matter, Mass, Weight, Volume, Density and Specific Gravity, Principle of Archimedes, Pressure Barometer. 

Motion of objects, Velocity and Acceleration, Newton’s Laws of Motion, Force and Momentum, Parallelogram of Forces, Stability and Equilibrium of bodies, Gravitation, elementary ideas of Work, Power and Energy.

Effects of Heat. Measurement of Temperature and Heat. Change of State and Latent Heat. Modes of transference of Heat.

Sound waves and their properties, Simple musical instruments.

Rectilinear propagation of Light. Reflection and refraction, Spherical mirrors and Lenses, Human Eye.

Natural and Artificial Magnets. Properties of a Magnet, Earth as a Magnet.

Static and Current Electricity. Conductors and Non-conductors, Ohm’s Law. Simple Electrical Circuits. Heating, Lighting and Magnetic effects of Current. Measurement of Electrical Power, Primary and Secondary Cells. Use of X-rays.

General Principles in the working of the following :
Simple Pendulum, Simple Pulleys, Siphon, Levers, Balloon, Pumps, Hydrometer, Pressure Cooker, Thermos Flask, Gramophone, Telegraphs, Telephone, Periscope, Telescope, Microscope, Mariner’s Compass, Lightning Conductors. Safety Fuses.

Section ‘B’ (Chemistry)
Physical and Chemical changes. Elements, Mixtures and Compounds, Symbols, Formulae and Simple Chemical Equations. Law of Chemical Combination (excluding problems). Properties of Air and Water.

Preparation and Properties of Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen and Carbondioxide, Oxidation and Reduction.

Acids, Bases and Salts.

Carbon–Different forms.

Fertilizers–Natural and Artificial. 

Materials used in the preparations of substances like Soap, Glass, Ink, Paper, Cement, Paints, Safety Matches and Gun-powder. 

Elementary ideas about the Structure of Atom, Atomic Equivalent and Molecular Weights. Valency.

Section ‘C’ (General Science)
Difference between the living and non-living. 

Basis of Life—Cells Protoplasms and Tissues.

Growth and Reproduction in Plants and Animals.

Elementary knowledge of human Body and its important organs.

Common Epidemics, their causes and prevention. 

Food—Source of Energy for Man, Constituent of food, Balanced Diet.

The Solar System Meteors and Comets, Eclipses. 

Achievements of Eminent Scientists.

Section ‘D’ (History, Freedom Movement etc.)
A broad survey of Indian History, with emphasis on Culture and Civilisation.

Freedom Movement in India.

Elementary study of Indian Constitution and Administration.

Elementary knowledge of Five Year Plans of India.

Panchayati Raj, Co-operatives and Community Development.

Bhoodan, Sarvodaya, National Integration and Welfare State, Basic teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.

Forces shaping the modern World; Renaissance Exploration and Discovery. War of American Independence, French Revolution, Industrial Revolution and Russian Revolution, Impact of Science and Technology on Society. Concept of One World, United Nations Panchsheel, Democracy, Socialism and Communism. Role of India in the Present World.

Section ‘E’ (Geography)
The Earth, its shape and size, Latitudes and Longitudes. Concept of Time, International Date line, Movements of Earth and their effects. 

Origin of Earth, Rocks and their classification; Weathering—Mechanical and Chemical, Earthquakes and Volcanoes.

Ocean Current and Tides.

Atmosphere and its composition; Temperature and Atmospheric Pressure, Planetary winds, Cyclones and Anti-cyclones; Humidity; Condensation and Precipitation; Types of Climate. Major Natural regions of the World.

Regional Geography of India—Climate, Natural Vegetation. Mineral and Power resources; location and distribution of agricultural and industrial activities.

Important Sea Ports and main sea, land and air routes of India. Main items of Imports and Exports of India.

Section ‘F’ (Current Events)
Knowledge of Important events that have happened in India in the recent years. 

Current important world events.

Prominent personalities—both Indian and International including those connected with cultural activities and sports.

Note—Out of maximum marks assigned to Part ‘B’ of this paper questions on Sections ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’, ‘E’ and ‘F’ will carry approximately 25%, 15%, 10%, 20%, 20% and 10% weightages respectively.

INTELLIGENCE AND PERSONALITY TEST


In addition to the interview the candidates will be put to Intelligence Test both verbal and non-verbal designed to assess their basic intelligence. They will also be put to Group Test, such as group discussions, groups planning, outdoor group tasks and asked to give brief lectures on specified subjects. All these tests are intended to judge the mental calibre of a candidate. In broad terms this is really an assessment of not only his intellectual qualities but also his social traits and interest in current affairs.



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Review of Speed Post discount structure and operational mechanism

Review of Speed Post discount structure and operational mechanism


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Stamp of the Past: Indian Heritage in Philately

Stamp of the Past: Indian Heritage in Philately
The Archaeological Survey of India has completed 150 years of its existence as the Nation’s premier organisation for archaeological research and protection of the cultural heritage. As a significant component of the year-long celebrations, an exhibition titled “Stamp of the past: Indian Heritage in Philately” in collaboration with Department of Posts besides contribution from some philatelists will be mounted and inaugurated on the occasion of International Museum Day on 18th May, 2012 at Red Fort. The International Council of Museums (ICOM) observes International Museum Day to spread public awareness of the role of museums in the development of society. The original stamps, first day cover, mini sheets and other philatelic objects provided by the Department of Posts and material provided philatelists will be displayed in the exhibition.

The Postage stamp is a mode of commemorating, celebrating and promoting National Heritage and Events. It plays a great role as an ambassador, a brand image of postal administration, a statement of sovereignty of a nation and also acts as significant carrier of the public message reaching the entire national as well as its international diaspora. Postal stamps mirror the rich and many-splendoured aspects of this land and were used to highlight the country’s wealth of cultural and natural heritage. Many beautiful stamps were issued in thematic sets on arts, architecture, crafts and maritime heritage. Besides above, great leaders of nation and personalities who have made immense contributions in areas like painting, literature, science, music, etc. have also been honoured.

The Postal Department has frequently released stamps of various denominations on different occasions illustrating monuments or heritage making them popular among the masses, creating consciousness about national legacy and stirring interest for their protection and preservation in the minds of people. Thus it serves the purpose of arousing awareness about cultural properties which is one of the prime objectives of Archaeological Survey of India.

The exhibition aims to accomplish the task of creating a sense of pride in our cultural legacy and imbuing the citizens of India with a heightened sense of responsibility about their contribution to the protection of our heritage.

The exhibition will be on show from 18th May to 17th July, 2012 (except Monday) from 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM. Bilingual brochures (Hindi and English) on the exhibits have also been published. via- postmaster maharastra
  

Sale of New Products through Post Offices

The Central and State Governments have taken various measures from time to time to promote and popularize small savings schemes through print and electronic media by way of holding seminars, meetings and providing training to various agencies involved in mobilizing deposits under the schemes.

                  Further, with a view to sustaining investor’s interest in the small savings schemes, the features of the schemes are reviewed from time to time and various improvements and amendments in the schemes are introduced.


·    With effect from 1.12.2011, interest on Post Office Savings Account has been increased from 3.5% to 4% per annum.
·    Maturity period of Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) and National Savings Certificate (NSC-VIII Issue)  reduced from 6 years to 5.
·    New NSC (IX-Issue) instrument, with maturity period of 10 years, introduced.
·    Annual ceiling on investment under Public Provident Fund (PPF) Scheme increased to Rs. 1 Lakh.
·    Liquidity of Post Office Time Deposit (POTD)-1, 2, 3 & 5 years improved by allowing premature withdrawal at the rate 1% less than the time deposits of comparable maturity.
·     For premature withdrawal between 6-12 months of investment, Post Office Savings Account(POSA) rate of interest will be paid.

               The Postal Department has entered into agreements with the following organisations including financial institutions to sell their products through the post offices in the country :


Sl.
No.
Name of Company/Financial Institutions
Description of product/service
1
Western Union  Financial Services Inc.
International Money Transfer to India
2
MoneyGram Payment Systems Inc.
International Money Transfer to India
3
UTI Mutual Funds
Sale of UTI Mutual Funds through post offices
4
Pension Regulatory & Development Authority
Point of Presence for National Pension Scheme accounts.
5
India Post SBI tie-up
Department sells assets and liability products of SBI through identified postal outlets.
6
Ministry of Railways
Booking/cancellation of Railway Reserved Tickets under Passenger Reservation System
7
Reliance Money Infrastructure Limited.
Sale of Gold Coins.
8
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd.
Sale of Recharge Coupons, SancharnetCards etc.

                  This information was given by the Minister of State for Communications & Information Technology Shri Sachin Pilot in a written reply in the Lok Sabha yesterday.

Source PIB Release 17th May, 2012