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What must be true about the composition of an association for gazetted railway servants to receive official recognition?
What must be true about the composition of an association for gazetted railway servants to receive official recognition?
- It must include members from different castes.
- It can be formed by a single group within a caste.
- It must not be based on caste, tribe, or religion. (correct)
- It can include retired railway personnel.
Who is eligible for membership in the recognized associations of gazetted railway servants?
Who is eligible for membership in the recognized associations of gazetted railway servants?
- Only gazetted railway servants of the same class. (correct)
- Only officers with a specific designation.
- Any railway servant.
- Any gazetted servant regardless of class.
Under what condition can a representation from an association be received by Government officers?
Under what condition can a representation from an association be received by Government officers?
- If it concerns a specific individual case.
- If it raises questions of common interest to the represented class. (correct)
- If it is presented in writing only.
- If it is from a recognized non-governmental organization.
What can happen to the recognition of an association if it adopts other methods of ventilating its needs?
What can happen to the recognition of an association if it adopts other methods of ventilating its needs?
What documentation may the Government require from recognized associations?
What documentation may the Government require from recognized associations?
Which of the following is NOT a condition for the establishment of a recognized association of gazetted railway servants?
Which of the following is NOT a condition for the establishment of a recognized association of gazetted railway servants?
What is the primary purpose of recognizing service associations for gazetted railway servants?
What is the primary purpose of recognizing service associations for gazetted railway servants?
What is the condition for the grant of casual leave to a gazetted railway servant attending association meetings?
What is the condition for the grant of casual leave to a gazetted railway servant attending association meetings?
What aspect must a recognised association of railway servants avoid in its formation?
What aspect must a recognised association of railway servants avoid in its formation?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the recognition of an association of railway servants?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the recognition of an association of railway servants?
What governs the continuation of recognition of an association?
What governs the continuation of recognition of an association?
How can representations from recognised associations be submitted?
How can representations from recognised associations be submitted?
What must occur before the Government withdraws recognition from an association?
What must occur before the Government withdraws recognition from an association?
What is included in the definition of 'industrial employees'?
What is included in the definition of 'industrial employees'?
What criterion must associations meet regarding membership eligibility?
What criterion must associations meet regarding membership eligibility?
Who has the authority to decide on the necessity of submissions from railway associations?
Who has the authority to decide on the necessity of submissions from railway associations?
What is required for the Central Executive Committee to suspend or remove a member?
What is required for the Central Executive Committee to suspend or remove a member?
Who has the right to appeal if suspended or removed from the Union?
Who has the right to appeal if suspended or removed from the Union?
What percentage constitutes the quorum for a meeting of the Central Executive Committee?
What percentage constitutes the quorum for a meeting of the Central Executive Committee?
For how long do office-bearers typically hold their position?
For how long do office-bearers typically hold their position?
Where must the funds of the Union be deposited if not invested in trustee securities?
Where must the funds of the Union be deposited if not invested in trustee securities?
What is the primary governing body of the Union as described in the rules?
What is the primary governing body of the Union as described in the rules?
When should the annual general meeting be held?
When should the annual general meeting be held?
What is required for any question relating to the withdrawal of labor?
What is required for any question relating to the withdrawal of labor?
What is the minimum notice period required for the annual general meeting?
What is the minimum notice period required for the annual general meeting?
Who is responsible for distributing the notices of the annual general meeting?
Who is responsible for distributing the notices of the annual general meeting?
What constitutes the annual general meeting of the Union?
What constitutes the annual general meeting of the Union?
What is one condition under which a general meeting may be replaced by balloting?
What is one condition under which a general meeting may be replaced by balloting?
Which option describes the responsibilities of the General Secretary regarding the annual general meeting?
Which option describes the responsibilities of the General Secretary regarding the annual general meeting?
What does the term 'delegates elected at a meeting of the branch' refer to?
What does the term 'delegates elected at a meeting of the branch' refer to?
What does the Indian Trade Union Act, 1926, define for the Union?
What does the Indian Trade Union Act, 1926, define for the Union?
What is the maximum duration for which delegates can represent their branches at general meetings following an election?
What is the maximum duration for which delegates can represent their branches at general meetings following an election?
Under what condition must the Central Executive Committee convene a general meeting?
Under what condition must the Central Executive Committee convene a general meeting?
What voting threshold is required to support a proposal for the withdrawal of labor?
What voting threshold is required to support a proposal for the withdrawal of labor?
What is the minimum percentage of votes required for a ballot to be valid?
What is the minimum percentage of votes required for a ballot to be valid?
Who is NOT a member of the Central Executive Committee?
Who is NOT a member of the Central Executive Committee?
What role does the Central Executive Committee NOT have regarding branches of the union?
What role does the Central Executive Committee NOT have regarding branches of the union?
What is the composition of the Central Executive Committee as defined?
What is the composition of the Central Executive Committee as defined?
What must be ensured during the ballot process?
What must be ensured during the ballot process?
Which of the following roles is NOT included in the management of union affairs?
Which of the following roles is NOT included in the management of union affairs?
What is one condition for the arrangement of the ballot by the Central Executive Committee?
What is one condition for the arrangement of the ballot by the Central Executive Committee?
What majority is required for the Central Executive Committee to decide on suspending or removing a member?
What majority is required for the Central Executive Committee to decide on suspending or removing a member?
Which of the following best describes the quorum required for a general meeting of the union?
Which of the following best describes the quorum required for a general meeting of the union?
What is the term length for office-bearers typically within the Union?
What is the term length for office-bearers typically within the Union?
According to the regulations, who has the authority to audit the accounts of the Union?
According to the regulations, who has the authority to audit the accounts of the Union?
What is the prescribed condition under which office-bearers need not be railway servants?
What is the prescribed condition under which office-bearers need not be railway servants?
What is the maximum period for which delegates can represent their respective branches at general meetings following their election?
What is the maximum period for which delegates can represent their respective branches at general meetings following their election?
What percentage of member signatures is required to convene a general meeting when deemed necessary by the Central Executive Committee?
What percentage of member signatures is required to convene a general meeting when deemed necessary by the Central Executive Committee?
What threshold of support is required for any proposal related to the withdrawal of labor to be acted upon?
What threshold of support is required for any proposal related to the withdrawal of labor to be acted upon?
How many votes must be recorded for a ballot related to the withdrawal of labor to be considered valid?
How many votes must be recorded for a ballot related to the withdrawal of labor to be considered valid?
Which position is NOT included in the composition of the Central Executive Committee?
Which position is NOT included in the composition of the Central Executive Committee?
What is the Central Executive Committee responsible for regarding branches of the union?
What is the Central Executive Committee responsible for regarding branches of the union?
During the ballot process, what must be ensured by the arrangements prescribed by the committee?
During the ballot process, what must be ensured by the arrangements prescribed by the committee?
What role does the Assistant Secretary of the Central Executive Committee have?
What role does the Assistant Secretary of the Central Executive Committee have?
What stipulation is required for an association to be officially recognized by the Government?
What stipulation is required for an association to be officially recognized by the Government?
What stipulation is made regarding branches of the union by the Central Executive Committee?
What stipulation is made regarding branches of the union by the Central Executive Committee?
What is the consequence for an association if it adopts alternative methods to express its needs to the Government?
What is the consequence for an association if it adopts alternative methods to express its needs to the Government?
What is a requirement for the validity of a ballot related to proposals of the Central Executive Committee?
What is a requirement for the validity of a ballot related to proposals of the Central Executive Committee?
Which of the following must be true regarding the eligibility for membership in recognized associations of gazetted railway servants?
Which of the following must be true regarding the eligibility for membership in recognized associations of gazetted railway servants?
Regarding representations made by associations, which of the following is a requirement?
Regarding representations made by associations, which of the following is a requirement?
Which of the following can lead to the regular submission of documents and reports from an association to the Government?
Which of the following can lead to the regular submission of documents and reports from an association to the Government?
What primary function does official recognition serve for associations of gazetted railway servants?
What primary function does official recognition serve for associations of gazetted railway servants?
What restriction is explicitly stated regarding the composition of the association?
What restriction is explicitly stated regarding the composition of the association?
What authority is responsible for granting casual leave to a representative of a recognised association?
What authority is responsible for granting casual leave to a representative of a recognised association?
Which condition must an association meet to be considered for recognition?
Which condition must an association meet to be considered for recognition?
Recognition of an association once granted can only be withdrawn under what circumstance?
Recognition of an association once granted can only be withdrawn under what circumstance?
What does the term 'industrial employees' specifically encompass?
What does the term 'industrial employees' specifically encompass?
How must associations be structured to gain official recognition?
How must associations be structured to gain official recognition?
What is required for representations from recognised associations to be accepted?
What is required for representations from recognised associations to be accepted?
What documentation is necessary for an association intending to gain recognition?
What documentation is necessary for an association intending to gain recognition?
What governs the discretion of the government in granting recognition to associations?
What governs the discretion of the government in granting recognition to associations?
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the withdrawal of recognition from associations?
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the withdrawal of recognition from associations?
Which condition must be met for a Union to receive recognition from a Railway Administration?
Which condition must be met for a Union to receive recognition from a Railway Administration?
What must be arranged by agreement between the Union and the Railway Administration regarding representations?
What must be arranged by agreement between the Union and the Railway Administration regarding representations?
What type of leave is allowed for Union officials attending meetings with the administration?
What type of leave is allowed for Union officials attending meetings with the administration?
Which pass is issued at the discretion of the General Manager or Chief Administrative Officer to the President of a recognized Union?
Which pass is issued at the discretion of the General Manager or Chief Administrative Officer to the President of a recognized Union?
How are special passes for Union officials obtained?
How are special passes for Union officials obtained?
What is a condition regarding the meeting of the Central Executive Committee in terms of representation?
What is a condition regarding the meeting of the Central Executive Committee in terms of representation?
What happens to special casual leave granted to members of a delegation meeting with administration?
What happens to special casual leave granted to members of a delegation meeting with administration?
Which of the following describes the conditions for Union meetings with Railway Administration?
Which of the following describes the conditions for Union meetings with Railway Administration?
How does the Railway Administration control the special passes given to Union officials?
How does the Railway Administration control the special passes given to Union officials?
What is the authority required for a recognized Union to manage its affairs?
What is the authority required for a recognized Union to manage its affairs?
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Railway servant association recognition
Railway servant association recognition
Government's official acknowledgement of railway servant associations that meet specific conditions.
Gazetted Railway Servants
Gazetted Railway Servants
Railway employees holding specific ranks or positions, typically those requiring a government-issued certificate.
Association eligibility
Association eligibility
A railway service association must comprise a specific group of gazetted railway servants, not based on caste, tribe, or religion.
Membership eligibility
Membership eligibility
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Association representation
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Common Interest requirement
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Recognition withdrawal
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Association Recognition
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Recognition Conditions
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Distinct Class of Servants
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Equal Eligibility
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Registered Association
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Leave for Representatives
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Representation Channels
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Withdrawl of Recognition
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Restrictions on Representations
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General Meetings
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Central Executive Committee
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Balloting Procedure
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Withdrawal of Labor Proposal
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Branch Establishment
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Central Executive Committee Membership
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Minimum Vote Requirement
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Meeting Frequency
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Representation at Meetings
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Ballot Requirement
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Trade Union Rules
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Union Name
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Union Headquarters
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Union Objectives
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Union's Governing Body
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General Body Members
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Annual General Meeting
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Meeting Notices
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Delegates Representation
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Balloting for Issues
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Suspending Union Members
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Appealing Removal
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Who Can Be an Office-Bearer?
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Quorum for General Meeting
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Union Fund Management
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Gazetted Railway Servant Association Recognition
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Common Interest Representation
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Why Recognition is Important
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Association Transparency
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Who gets recognized?
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Membership Rules
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Representing Workers
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Common Interest
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Leave for Meetings
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Government Controls
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What is required for a Union to be recognized by the Railway Administration?
What is required for a Union to be recognized by the Railway Administration?
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How does the Railway Administration ensure that Union representations are handled effectively?
How does the Railway Administration ensure that Union representations are handled effectively?
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What are the special leave and pass privileges granted to Union members?
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Can Union matters be addressed directly with specific departments?
Can Union matters be addressed directly with specific departments?
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What are the provisions for passes for Union officials?
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What special privileges are granted to Union officials who are railway servants?
What special privileges are granted to Union officials who are railway servants?
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What is the highest class pass that can be issued to a recognized Union president?
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Can non-railway Union Presidents receive first-class passes?
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What is the importance of the Central Executive Committee in the Union's structure?
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How does the Railway Administration facilitate local Union matters?
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What is the Central Executive Committee?
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What is the role of Branch Secretaries in the Central Executive Committee?
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What is the purpose of a ballot?
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When is a ballot required?
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What is the minimum vote percentage for a labor withdrawal proposal?
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How often can general meetings be held?
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Who can call a general meeting?
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How are branch delegates chosen?
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How is the Central Executive Committee structured?
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How are new branches established?
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Central Executive Committee Powers
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Meeting Quorum for CEC
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Study Notes
Indian Railway Establishment Manual (Volume II) - Chapter XXV
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Service Associations of Gazetted Railway Servants (Part A):
- Government recognizes associations of gazetted railway servants meeting specific conditions.
- Associations must consist of a distinct class of gazetted servants, not based on caste, tribe, or religion.
- All gazetted servants of the same class must be eligible for membership.
- Non-gazetted servants cannot be members or officers.
- Representations can be made verbally or in writing to government officers.
- Representations must relate to matters of common interest to the class represented.
- Government may withdraw recognition if associations use alternative methods of communication.
- Government may require rule submissions, annual account statements, and member lists.
- Government may specify communication channels and authorizing officers.
- Representatives may be granted leave for meetings (subject to service needs).
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Service Associations of Non-Gazetted Railway Servants (Part B):
- Government recognizes associations of industrial employees (includes railway servants).
- Recognition granted at the government's discretion and not withdrawn without valid reason.
- Representations may be received from recognized associations, subject to some rules and restrictions about common interest.
- Recognition continuation depends on meeting conditions.
- Associations must be a distinct class, not based on caste, tribe, or religion.
- Must be registered under the Indian Trade Unions Act.
- All railway servants of the same class must be eligible for membership.
- Gazetted and Non-Gazetted are considered separate classes; a gazetted employee transferred from a non-gazetted position should normally resign from their non-gazetted association.
- Government may require rule submissions, annual account statements, and member lists.
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Conditions for Recognition of a Union by a Railway Administration (Part C):
- Union must be registered under the Indian Trade Unions Act.
- Representations must be made through the Central Executive Committee.
- Union agrees to allow leave and passes during meetings.
- The union agrees to the specified procedures for the meetings and leave in particular.
- The Union's rules are subject to modification by mutual agreement.
- The Union's governing body is the general body of members, through annual and other general meetings.
- Notice, time, and location of annual general meetings must be published at least two weeks in advance.
- The Central Executive Committee and Delegates from branches should make up the general meeting.
- Balloting rules, quorum, and meeting regulations are also specified.
- Union accounts and reports must be provided on request.
- To be an eligible member, individuals who are or become railway service employees sign an agreement, abide by rules, and pay appropriate dues.
- Members may be removed if dues remain unpaid for three months.
- Railway administrations may reject individuals as members without reason.
- Rules about additional membership types.
- Government can permit non-railway service members to be honorary members.
- The association's rules can be amended, varied or rescinded, and the union may be dissolved.
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Test your knowledge on the Service Associations of Gazetted Railway Servants as outlined in Chapter XXV of the Indian Railway Establishment Manual (Volume II). This quiz covers the eligibility, representation, and rules governing these associations. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand these important regulations!