Communication and Postal Services in India

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What is communication?

Communication is an art of exchanging ideas, facts, information etc. from one person or entity to another.

How is the process of communication termed?

The process of passing any information from one person to another with the help of some medium is termed as communication.

The receiver of the message understands it in the desired form after receiving the message.

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What is the department under which the postal services in India come?

The postal services in India come under the Department of Post and Telecommunication and Information and Technology. Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest postal network in the world?

The Department of Posts, with its network of 1,54,965 Post Offices, is the largest postal network in the world. Signup and view all the answers

How many lakhs employees are working with Indian postal services?

Currently approx. 5.88 lakhs employees are working with Indian postal services. Signup and view all the answers

India has how many Post Offices?

India has the largest Postal Network in the world with 154,965 Post Offices. Signup and view all the answers

How many post offices are in rural areas?

Of which 149,067 are in the rural areas. Signup and view all the answers

What's the average area and population served by a Post Office?

On an average, a Post Office serves an area of 21.56 Sq. Km and population of 7753 people. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are types of postal services?

Mail Services Signup and view all the answers

What is Inland Letter?

Communication is contained within India only. Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of inland letter?

Inland letter ensures confidentiality of the message. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Envelope?

Envelope enables to send confidential messages as well as enclosures like cheques, photos, resumes etc. Signup and view all the answers

What does Envelope ensure?

Envelope ensures safety of documents and confidentiality of messages. Signup and view all the answers

What is Parcel?

Under parcel post services, parcels of specified size and weight can be sent across the country as well as outside the country. Signup and view all the answers

What can be sent in a parcel except?

Items which are prohibited Signup and view all the answers

Parcels can be insured.

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What happens if the insured parcel is lost in transit?

If the insured parcel is lost in transit, the post office pays the insured amount. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Communication Meaning

Communication is the exchange of ideas, facts, and information between people or entities.
It involves passing information via a medium from a sender to a receiver.
The receiver understands the message and acts accordingly.

Types of Communication

Postal services are a method of communication.

Postal Services in India

Postal services in India fall under the Department of Post and Telegraph, part of the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology.
India has the world's largest postal network with 154,965 post offices (as of March 31, 2017).
Approximately 5.88 lakh employees work in the Indian postal service.
149,067 post offices are located in rural areas.
An average post office covers 21.56 sq km.
It has a population of 7753 people on average.

Types of Postal Services

Mail Services: Includes inland letters and envelopes.
- Inland Letter: Information is on a sheet of paper, specific size and folded. Only the receiver's address is visible from the outside.
- Envelope: Used to send confidential messages and enclosures (like cheques, photos, resumes) ensuring their safety and confidentiality.
Specialized Postal Services: These are other types of postal services beyond standard mail, potentially including express mail or specialized handling.
Money Remittance Services: Providing financial transfer services and similar services.
Retail Services: Could include postal products and supplies.

Parcel Post

Parcels of specific size and weight can be sent within or outside India.
Prohibited items cannot be included in parcels.
Parcels can be insured, and if a parcel is lost in transit, the post office pays the insured amount.

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Explore the essential concepts of communication and its role in society. This quiz covers various types of communication, particularly focusing on the postal services in India, their structure, and significance. Test your understanding of how these systems work and their impact on information exchange.