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Which type of pension would not be applicable for an individual seeking to receive more than one pension under these Regulations?
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?
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?
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?
Which type of family pension is specifically mentioned to be a variant of the regular family pension?
Under what condition can a provisional pension not exceed the maximum amount traditionally admissible?
Under what condition can a provisional pension not exceed the maximum amount traditionally admissible?
Which combination of pensions is included in the provided section under family pensions?
Which combination of pensions is included in the provided section under family pensions?
What is true regarding the authorization of a provisional pension during suspension?
What is true regarding the authorization of a provisional pension during suspension?
Which of the following types of pensions are specifically disallowed from being earned simultaneously for the same service?
Which of the following types of pensions are specifically disallowed from being earned simultaneously for the same service?
Which group of individuals is NOT eligible for dearness relief on pension during re-employment?
Which group of individuals is NOT eligible for dearness relief on pension during re-employment?
What requirement must a pensioner fulfill annually to continue receiving dearness relief during re-employment?
What requirement must a pensioner fulfill annually to continue receiving dearness relief during re-employment?
What happens if a pensioner fails to produce the required certificate regarding employment status?
What happens if a pensioner fails to produce the required certificate regarding employment status?
Which condition must be fulfilled by re-employed Armed Forces pensioners to receive dearness relief?
Which condition must be fulfilled by re-employed Armed Forces pensioners to receive dearness relief?
At what point can dearness relief be granted to pensioners and family pensioners?
At what point can dearness relief be granted to pensioners and family pensioners?
Which category of pensioner is allowed to draw dearness relief during re-employment?
Which category of pensioner is allowed to draw dearness relief during re-employment?
What is a primary requirement for Armed Forces pensioners to receive dearness relief while re-employed?
What is a primary requirement for Armed Forces pensioners to receive dearness relief while re-employed?
Who determines the rates for dearness relief granted to pensioners?
Who determines the rates for dearness relief granted to pensioners?
What is the maximum qualifying service including weightage that a Sepoy, Naik, or Havildar can achieve for pension eligibility?
What is the maximum qualifying service including weightage that a Sepoy, Naik, or Havildar can achieve for pension eligibility?
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?
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?
Which of the following individuals will not receive weightage for qualifying service?
Which of the following individuals will not receive weightage for qualifying service?
What weightage is granted to service personnel with less than 5 years of actual service for death gratuity?
What weightage is granted to service personnel with less than 5 years of actual service for death gratuity?
Which statement is true regarding the retirement gratuity for service personnel?
Which statement is true regarding the retirement gratuity for service personnel?
Full pre-Commissioned service under the Central Government is counted for which pensionary benefit?
Full pre-Commissioned service under the Central Government is counted for which pensionary benefit?
What condition applies to service personnel who retire prematurely?
What condition applies to service personnel who retire prematurely?
Which of the following is not counted as qualifying service for pensionary benefits?
Which of the following is not counted as qualifying service for pensionary benefits?
What is the maximum period of ante-date of commission an Officer can receive?
What is the maximum period of ante-date of commission an Officer can receive?
How long can an Officer be seconded for attending a course in a recognized institution?
How long can an Officer be seconded for attending a course in a recognized institution?
What is the total maximum period allowed when both ante-date of commission and secondment are granted?
What is the total maximum period allowed when both ante-date of commission and secondment are granted?
Which qualifications can exclude ante-date periods from counting towards pension if obtained during civil service?
Which qualifications can exclude ante-date periods from counting towards pension if obtained during civil service?
In which situation do ante-date periods for higher qualifications still count for pension?
In which situation do ante-date periods for higher qualifications still count for pension?
What is the maximum period of secondment for Military Nursing Service Officers?
What is the maximum period of secondment for Military Nursing Service Officers?
What generally happens to ante-date periods obtained during temporary military service?
What generally happens to ante-date periods obtained during temporary military service?
If both ante-date and secondment are granted to an Officer, what must one of them necessarily be?
If both ante-date and secondment are granted to an Officer, what must one of them necessarily be?
What happens to the service pension of personnel below officer rank when they are re-employed in the National Cadet Corps?
What happens to the service pension of personnel below officer rank when they are re-employed in the National Cadet Corps?
What is NOT a benefit for personnel below officer rank during their re-employment in the auxiliary cadet corps?
What is NOT a benefit for personnel below officer rank during their re-employment in the auxiliary cadet corps?
What type of compensation is available to personnel discharged due to military service-related disability?
What type of compensation is available to personnel discharged due to military service-related disability?
Under what condition is the special family pension admissible to personnel below officer rank?
Under what condition is the special family pension admissible to personnel below officer rank?
How is the service during re-employment treated in terms of pension enhancement?
How is the service during re-employment treated in terms of pension enhancement?
Which regulation governs disability awards for re-employed personnel below officer rank?
Which regulation governs disability awards for re-employed personnel below officer rank?
What authority is responsible for exercising powers regarding service personnel and their families?
What authority is responsible for exercising powers regarding service personnel and their families?
What is true regarding the eligibility for terminal gratuity for individuals not in receipt of pension?
What is true regarding the eligibility for terminal gratuity for individuals not in receipt of pension?
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.
