Pension Regulations and Types Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which type of pension would not be applicable for an individual seeking to receive more than one pension under these Regulations?

Family gratuity (correct)

Special family pension

Ordinary family pension

Disability pension

What is the maximum pension amount authorized as a provisional pension for an individual under disciplinary proceedings?

The maximum amount for the individual's final pension (correct)

Half of the average monthly salary

No provisional pension is allowed

The minimum pension amount stated in the Regulations

Which of the following statements about provisional pension is incorrect?

It is payable until final orders are passed.

No commutation of the provisional pension is allowed.

Gratuity can be authorized parallelly. (correct)

It can be authorized during disciplinary proceedings.

Which type of family pension is specifically mentioned to be a variant of the regular family pension?

Liberalized family pension Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a provisional pension not exceed the maximum amount traditionally admissible?

When judicial proceedings are ongoing at the time of retirement Signup and view all the answers

Which combination of pensions is included in the provided section under family pensions?

Liberalized family pension and Dependants pension Signup and view all the answers

What is true regarding the authorization of a provisional pension during suspension?

It is limited to the date preceding suspension Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of pensions are specifically disallowed from being earned simultaneously for the same service?

Ordinary family pension and Special family pension Signup and view all the answers

Which group of individuals is NOT eligible for dearness relief on pension during re-employment?

Re-employed Armed Forces pensioners holding Commissioned Officer rank Signup and view all the answers

What requirement must a pensioner fulfill annually to continue receiving dearness relief during re-employment?

Provide a certificate of non-employment or re-employment Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a pensioner fails to produce the required certificate regarding employment status?

The payment of dearness relief on pension shall be stopped Signup and view all the answers

Which condition must be fulfilled by re-employed Armed Forces pensioners to receive dearness relief?

Pay must be fixed at the minimum of the pay scale after retirement Signup and view all the answers

At what point can dearness relief be granted to pensioners and family pensioners?

At rates determined by the Government from time to time Signup and view all the answers

Which category of pensioner is allowed to draw dearness relief during re-employment?

Re-employed pensioners in Central or State Government jobs Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary requirement for Armed Forces pensioners to receive dearness relief while re-employed?

The full pension amount must not affect their new pay fixation Signup and view all the answers

Who determines the rates for dearness relief granted to pensioners?

The Government as specified at various times Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum qualifying service including weightage that a Sepoy, Naik, or Havildar can achieve for pension eligibility?

33 years Signup and view all the answers

A Sepoy with 28 years of service who qualifies for a weightage of 5 years will have how many total years of qualifying service for pension?

33 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals will not receive weightage for qualifying service?

A Territorial Army member serving for 25 years Signup and view all the answers

What weightage is granted to service personnel with less than 5 years of actual service for death gratuity?

No weightage Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the retirement gratuity for service personnel?

It is calculated using actual qualifying service plus a weightage of 5 years Signup and view all the answers

Full pre-Commissioned service under the Central Government is counted for which pensionary benefit?

For calculating minimum qualifying service for pension benefits Signup and view all the answers

What condition applies to service personnel who retire prematurely?

They do not accrue qualifying service for pension Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not counted as qualifying service for pensionary benefits?

Service under a public sector undertaking Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum period of ante-date of commission an Officer can receive?

18 months Signup and view all the answers

How long can an Officer be seconded for attending a course in a recognized institution?

12 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the total maximum period allowed when both ante-date of commission and secondment are granted?

24 months Signup and view all the answers

Which qualifications can exclude ante-date periods from counting towards pension if obtained during civil service?

Post-graduate diploma Signup and view all the answers

In which situation do ante-date periods for higher qualifications still count for pension?

Acquired before joining civil service Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum period of secondment for Military Nursing Service Officers?

12 months Signup and view all the answers

What generally happens to ante-date periods obtained during temporary military service?

Do not count for pension Signup and view all the answers

If both ante-date and secondment are granted to an Officer, what must one of them necessarily be?

Approved Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the service pension of personnel below officer rank when they are re-employed in the National Cadet Corps?

They continue to receive the pension. Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a benefit for personnel below officer rank during their re-employment in the auxiliary cadet corps?

Qualifying for terminal gratuity. Signup and view all the answers

What type of compensation is available to personnel discharged due to military service-related disability?

Compensation for functional incapacity. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition is the special family pension admissible to personnel below officer rank?

Under the same conditions as regular personnel. Signup and view all the answers

How is the service during re-employment treated in terms of pension enhancement?

It does not count for enhancement. Signup and view all the answers

Which regulation governs disability awards for re-employed personnel below officer rank?

Normal rules plus additional disability elements. Signup and view all the answers

What authority is responsible for exercising powers regarding service personnel and their families?

The competent authority as indicated in regulations. Signup and view all the answers

What is true regarding the eligibility for terminal gratuity for individuals not in receipt of pension?

They are eligible based on service rendered. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Pension

Disability Pension: Awarded to members who suffer from a disability due to military service.
War Injury Pension: Specific pension for injuries sustained during war.
Family Pensions: Includes Ordinary, Special, and Liberalized family pensions for dependents of deceased personnel.
Dependant Pension: Entitlements for the family members of service personnel.
Family Gratuity: One-time payment to the family following a service member's death.

Limitations on Pension

Individuals are restricted to one pension for the same service or post concurrently unless specified otherwise.

Provisional Pension

Individuals facing disciplinary or judicial proceedings can receive a provisional pension upon retirement which does not exceed the maximum pension based on qualifying service.
Provisional pensions are granted from the retirement date until final orders are issued following the conclusion of proceedings.
No gratuity will be authorized until proceedings are finalized; commutation of provisional pension is not allowed.

Dearness Relief on Pension

Dearness Relief is provided to counteract price rises and is subject to government specifications.
Re-employed pensioners generally aren’t eligible for Dearness Relief unless specific criteria are met, including a certificate confirming non-eligibility during re-employment.
Special provisions apply to re-employed personnel ranked below Commissioned Officer, ensuring their pension doesn't affect their pay scale.

Gratuity Regulations for Service Personnel

Retirement Gratuity: Calculated with actual qualifying service plus a 5-year weightage, subject to a maximum of 33 years of service.
Death Gratuity: Similar calculation as retirement gratuity; weightage included where applicable.
Terminal Gratuity: Based on actual qualifying service with no additional weightage for premature retirees or Territorial Army personnel.

Service Counting for Pension

Full service under central government can be factored into qualifying service for pension benefits.
Ante-date commissions and secondments for specific medical officers are recognized for pension calculations, with specific limits on their duration.

Re-employment Provisions

Personnel below officer rank continue to receive their service pension while working with organizations like the National Cadet Corps, but this does not contribute towards pension enhancement or terminal gratuity.
Non-pensioners upon completion of engagement with organizations like NCC may qualify for a terminal gratuity based on service.

Disability and Special Family Pensions

Disability pensions provide additional compensation for individuals who leave service with military-related disabilities.
Special family pensions match those provided to regular personnel under similar conditions.

Competent Authority

A designated authority is responsible for overseeing the application of various pension regulations for service personnel and their families, as outlined in the regulatory appendix.

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Test your knowledge on various types of pensions, including disability, family, and war injury pensions. This quiz covers the limitations on the number of pensions one can earn under the regulations. Sharpen your understanding of pension policies and regulations in a concise format.