Indian Railway Establishment Code Chapter 8
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Who is responsible for nominating the Welfare Inspector to act as Secretary for the Committee?

  • The Divisional Railway Manager (correct)
  • The Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer
  • The Chairman of the Committee
  • The recognized unions

    • How many representatives from each recognised union are included in the Committee?

  • Four
  • Two (correct)
  • One
  • Three

    • In the absence of a Senior Scale Personnel Officer, who takes their place in a workshop's committee?

  • Divisional Railway Manager
  • Assistant Works Manager
  • Any nominated representative
  • Works Manager (correct)

    • Which of the following groups is NOT represented in the Committee?

    <p>Non-recognised labor unions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the final decision-making authority in case of disagreements within the Sub-Committee?

    <p>The Divisional Railway Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of providing training at schools, institutes, and clubs?

    <p>To encourage sports by giving latest sports equipment and imparting training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the program for disabled Railway Servants?

    <p>Assistance in developing occupational skills and providing special equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of medicine is included in the indigenous system mentioned?

    <p>Homoeopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context is immediate relief mentioned?

    <p>In times of crisis such as floods and famines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of workshops are organized for disabled Railway Servants?

    <p>Workshops, seminars, camps for skill development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage is associated with sports activities?

    <p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Divyangjan' refer to?

    <p>Disabled Railway Servants and their wards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of indigenous systems is highlighted?

    <p>They include Homoeopathy and other traditional methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What crisis situations are included in the relief efforts?

    <p>Natural calamities like floods and landslides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of equipment is mentioned as necessary for disabled Railway Servants?

    <p>Special software and wheelchairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the per capita annual grant credited to the fund for Railway employees on 1st April?

    <p>800/-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following categories is excluded from the sanctioned strength for grants?

    <p>Gazetted Railway employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the fund provisionally credited each year?

    <p>1st April</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the allocation for higher technical/professional education scholarships?

    <p>116 Rs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of employees' wards receives scholarships at a rate of 1500 Rs per month?

    <p>Wards of non-gazetted Railway servants in Grade Pay above 2400 Rs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is done with the provisional amount credited to the fund each year?

    <p>Adjusted based on the correct amount of contribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the grade pay threshold above which wards are eligible for higher education scholarships?

    <p>Above 2400 Rs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of education does the scholarship mentioned primarily support?

    <p>Higher technical/professional education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document serves as the authority for the allocations detailed in the content?

    <p>Board's letter No.E(W)2014/FU-1/1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of supporting improvement in holiday homes and rest houses?

    <p>To enhance the entertainment and informational facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is included in the promotion of mental health and well-being for employees?

    <p>Lifestyle changes and stress reduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The total allocation for the various activities mentioned is:

    <p>$800</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the uses of the allocation provided under Rule 805?

    <p>Cash awards for outstanding contributions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What authority governs the inclusion of degree courses for scholarship grants?

    <p>SBF Committees on Railways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one requirement for courses to be considered for scholarship grants?

    <p>Recognition by a recognized University or State Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of stress-relief techniques are mentioned for promoting employee mental well-being?

    <p>Meditation and yoga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a funding area in the document?

    <p>Employee relocation assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many categories are outlined for the use of the allocation in the document?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of counseling is emphasized for employees within the mental health promotion program?

    <p>Adequate counseling for stress reduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Railway Staff Benefit Fund?

    <p>To provide education assistance for staff and their children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sources contributes to the Railway Staff Benefit Fund?

    <p>Fines imposed on railway employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a scholarship if a non-gazetted railway servant is promoted to a gazetted position?

    <p>The scholarship continues until confirmation in the new post.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for any expenditure from the Railway Staff Benefit Fund for staff benefits?

    <p>Approval from the General Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT credited to the Railway Staff Benefit Fund?

    <p>Forfeited bonuses of gazetted railway servants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a railway servant is confirmed in a gazetted post, what should happen to their child's scholarship?

    <p>The scholarship should merely be discontinued.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the Railway Staff Benefit Fund is correct?

    <p>Expenditure is allowed for objects benefiting the staff if approved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main restriction regarding the use of the Railway Staff Benefit Fund for gazetted railway servants?

    <p>No grants shall be made to benefit gazetted railway servants, except under specific provisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an allowable credit to the Railway Staff Benefit Fund?

    <p>Fines collected from staff members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a non-gazetted railway servant being promoted to a gazetted position regarding their child's scholarship?

    <p>The scholarship should be discontinued without recovery for the prior period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can the Committee incur expenditure from the Railway Staff Benefit Fund?

    <p>For any staff benefit after consulting with the General Manager.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of additional support is explicitly stated to NOT be funded by the Railway Staff Benefit Fund?

    <p>Educational assistance for children attending private schools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of educational expenses can be funded by the Railway Staff Benefit Fund?

    <p>Educational expenses for children when no other assistance is admissible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the final decision regarding expenditure proposals submitted by the Committee for staff benefit?

    <p>The decision of the General Manager.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the composition of the Committee?

    <p>The Committee includes representatives from recognized unions and associations related to scheduled castes and tribes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What powers does the Divisional/Workshop Staff Benefit Fund Committees possess regarding fund allocation?

    <p>They may allot funds only within specified rules and limitations set by the Headquarters Committee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement regarding the nominations for the Staff Benefit Fund Committee?

    <p>Only active railway employees can be nominated by recognized unions to serve on the committee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the event that there is no Works Manager present in a workshop, who is next eligible to take their place?

    <p>The Assistant Works Manager is eligible to take on the role.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the decisions made by the Divisional Railway Manager or Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer in case of disagreements?

    <p>The decisions are final and cannot be contested further.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key focuses of the program designed for disabled Railway Servants?

    <p>Facilitating the purchase of special training equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities is supported under the Training Augmentation initiative?

    <p>Augmentation of training facilities across Railways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What immediate action is taken during natural disasters like floods or landslides?

    <p>Immediate relief efforts in various forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which act are provisions for disabled Railway Servants made?

    <p>Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage is allocated to sports activities as part of the initiatives?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of indigenous medical systems is explicitly mentioned?

    <p>Inclusivity of Homoeopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an included support for disabled Railway Servants as per the initiatives?

    <p>Special software and aids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of organizing workshops for disabled Railway Servants?

    <p>Improving vocational skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of situation triggers immediate relief measures outlined in the document?

    <p>Natural calamities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assistance is provided to disabled Railway Servants regarding mobility?

    <p>Purchase of wheel chairs and related aids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the per capita rate of the annual grant credited to the fund for non-gazetted Railway employees on 1st April?

    <p>800/-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following categories is specifically excluded from the sanctioned strength for the annual grant?

    <p>Posts charged to capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the monthly scholarship amount provided for wards of non-gazetted Railway Servants pursuing higher technical/professional education?

    <p>1500/-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups is eligible for higher technical/professional education scholarships?

    <p>Wards of non-gazetted Railway Servants in Grade Pay above 2400/-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of adjustment is made to the fund once the correct amount of contribution is determined?

    <p>Provisional credits adjustment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total allocation amount for the scholarship detailed in the fund?

    <p>116 Rs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following documents serves as the authority for the allocations detailed for the Welfare Fund?

    <p>Board’s letter No.E(W)2014/FU-1/1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately defines the allocation for higher technical/professional education scholarships?

    <p>Excludes any gazetted employee's wards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum funeral charge provided for the death of Railway Servants?

    <p>Rs. 10,000/-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenarios can higher amounts of relief be granted to Railway Servants?

    <p>For Railway Servants long sick and hospitalized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category of employees requires immediate financial assistance as per the relief provisions?

    <p>Non-gazetted Railway Servants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one purpose of organizing cultural programs as stated in the content?

    <p>To enhance recreational facilities at railway establishments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document provides the authority for relief measures as outlined for Railway Servants?

    <p>Railway Board letter No. E(W)/2023/SBF/7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of maintenance is associated with the promotion of cultural activities?

    <p>Instruments for cultural programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of Railway employees is specifically covered under the relief provisions for distress?

    <p>All Railway Servants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of funding is allocated for the promotion of cultural activities?

    <p>Specific budget allocations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the relief measures in case of sickness or accidents characterized?

    <p>Immediate financial assistance without eligibility conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of organizing cultural programs specifically in railway employee residential colonies?

    <p>To foster community spirit among Railway employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Indian Railway Establishment Code (Chapter 8) - Staff Benefit Fund

    • Staff Benefit Fund: A fund maintained for each Indian Railway.
    • Education Grants: Grants available for staff and children's education, excluding schools not meeting prescribed standards.
    • Other Expenditure: Committee can request funds for other staff benefits, subject to General Manager approval.
    • Non-Gazetted Servant Scholarships: Scholarships for non-gazetted servants' children are not revoked if the parent is promoted, but cease if the parent is confirmed in a gazetted position.
    • Fund Credits: The fund receives credits from fines and forfeited provident fund bonuses(excluding gazetted servants').
    • Annual Grants: An annual grant is credited to the fund based on non-gazetted employees' sanctioned strength.
    • Allocation for Activities: 800 is allocated among various activities.

    Allocation Details

    • Higher Education: Scholarship is provided for higher education (technical/professional) to children of non-gazetted railway servants.

    • Criteria: Only children of non-gazetted servants in Grade Pay above 12400 or Level 4 in pay matrix.

    • Allocation: ₹116 (per month).

    • Higher Education (Girls): Scholarship for higher technical/professional education for girl children of railway servants upto Grade Pay of 12,400, @ 1500/- pm.

    • Allocation: ₹110

    • Higher Education (Males): Scholarship for higher technical/professional education for male children of railway servants upto Grade Pay of 12,400, @ 1500/- pm.

    • Allocation: ₹100

    • Women Empowerment: Activities to support and empower women railway servants.

    • Recreational Facilities: Includes gym equipment, holiday camps, and study tours for employees and their wards.

    • Cultural Activities: Organizing cultural programmes in residential colonies, schools, and divisions by providing instruments and expenses.

    • Relief Assistance: Provision for financial assistance to non-gazetted railway employees in distress/sickness, as well as immediate financial assistance to those injured/having issues.

    • Sports Activities: Encouraging sports by providing equipment and training.

    • Medical Support: Including indigenous systems of medicine such as homoeopathy.

    • Disaster Relief: Immediate relief in times of crises (floods, famine, etc)

    • Disabled Employee Support: Assistance for disabled railway servants/wards in acquiring/using specific equipment.

    • Miscellaneous: Includes miscellaneous expenses and seminars or workshops.

    • Promoting Mental Health: Activities to promote mental health and well-being of employees.

    • Committee Management: The functioning of employee committees, welfare officers, members, their responsibilities, and their appointment processes, are outlined comprehensively.

    • Expenditure: The general manager oversees expenditure from the fund.

    • Interest and Contributions: 2% interest and annual contribution for the fund are outlined.

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