Railway Service Termination Policies

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What is the maximum total leave allowed for a temporary employee who is medically unfit due to circumstances arising from their employment?

6 months (correct)
3 months
12 months
9 months

What happens if a temporary employee becomes medically unfit for reasons not related to their employment?

They should be granted 6 months of leave without any effort for alternative employment.
They automatically receive a permanent post.
They are immediately discharged from service.
They receive a maximum of 3 months extraordinary leave and must seek alternative employment. (correct)

Who is eligible for the rule regarding medically unfit employment as detailed in the content?

All staff, both temporary and permanent, are covered by the rule.
Only those who have been in service for over 5 years are eligible.
Only temporary staff are eligible for the rule.
The rule is applicable only to permanent staff. (correct)

What document must a medically de-categorised Railway employee provide to commute their leave of absence on medical grounds?

Medical certificate indicating unfitness for the post (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if no alternative employment is found for a temporary employee after the leave period?

They are discharged from service. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum notice period for terminating the service of a temporary railway servant who has not been engaged on a contract?

Fourteen days (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios does NOT require notice for a temporary railway servant's service termination?

Voluntary resignation by the employee (D) Signup and view all the answers

For how long must a temporary railway servant have been in continuous service to qualify for a month's notice period upon termination?

Three years (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the notice period for terminating the service of an apprentice according to the service agreement?

One week (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the termination of service for permanent railway servants?

They must receive a show cause notice prior to termination. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be taken into account when terminating the service of certain other specified railway servants?

Specific notice periods defined for them (B) Signup and view all the answers

A temporary railway servant whose service is terminated after three years is entitled to what notice period?

One month (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under which condition is a temporary railway servant entitled to a notice of one month?

If they were engaged on a contract for a definite period. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the stipulated notice period for probationary officers and Group A & Group B railway servants?

3 months (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which group of railway servants on probation is mandated to give only a 1 month notice?

Gazetted railway servants in the Medical department (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a railway servant’s service be terminated immediately without notice?

Due to a disciplinary measure (A) Signup and view all the answers

What compensation is a railway servant entitled to upon immediate termination?

Full salary and allowances until the end of the notice period (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to reduce or waive the stipulated notice period for a railway servant?

The appointing authority (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which level of authority is required to give notice of termination of service?

The appointing authority (C) Signup and view all the answers

For Group A probationers undergoing training, who can exercise the authority to reduce the notice period?

Head of the Centralized Training Institutes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a railway servant's notice period is shortened by the authority?

The reason for shortening must be recorded (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT require a notice period for termination?

Disciplinary measures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the notice period for Group C and Group D railway servants on probation?

1 month (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who can accept the resignation of a Group C & D Railway servant?

The authority competent to fill the post held by the servant (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a railway servant to be discharged on reduction of establishment?

Order from the authority competent to abolish the permanent post (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a Railway servant declared medically unfit due to vision impairment?

They should be shifted to another post with the same pay scale (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must occur if a medically unfit Railway servant cannot be immediately adjusted to another post?

He should be kept on a special supernumerary post (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'former emoluments' refer to in the case of running staff?

40% of pay in revised scales of pay (A) Signup and view all the answers

Whose authority is required for selecting pensionable railway servants to be discharged upon reduction of establishment?

The higher authority that appointed them (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the guiding principle in selecting employees for discharge on reduction of establishment?

Least charge on compensation pension (B) Signup and view all the answers

If a Railway servant is deemed medically unfit, what must begin immediately?

Location of suitable alternative employment (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which body governs the provisions related to the termination of service on account of inefficiency due to physical disabilities?

Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What authority is competent to reduce the establishment and discharge railway servants?

Authority competent to abolish the permanent post (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the entitlement of a Railway servant or Apprentice under the Industrial Disputes Act 1947 regarding notice?

Wage in lieu of notice (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a temporary railway servant who is absent on extraordinary leave for over 5 years?

They automatically resign their appointment (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to accept the resignation of a Group A railway servant under investigation?

Competent authority (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is stated about the resignation of Group A probationers undergoing training?

Their resignations may be accepted by Heads of Centralized Training Institutes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance should a resignation of a railway servant in an important post be delayed?

When alternative arrangements for the post have not been made (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the acceptance of resignations of Group A railway servants serving on railways?

Sanction of the President (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a condition in which a resignation should not be suggested to a railway servant?

If they have committed an offence that leads to dismissal (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should the resignation of Group B railway servants be reported?

To the Railway Ministry (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is not required for a temporary railway servant who has absent without leave for a long period?

Show cause notice (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must happen to a resignation before it can be accepted when the railway servant holds an important position?

Alternative arrangements must be made (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration of leave a temporary employee can receive if they become medically unfit due to circumstances arising from their employment?

6 months (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions applies to a temporary employee who is medically unfit for reasons not related to their employment?

They may be granted up to 6 months of leave. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would a temporary employee be discharged from service?

If alternative employment cannot be found within 6 months of their leave. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for a medically de-categorized railway employee to commute their leave on medical grounds?

They must be certified unfit for their current position. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How should the administration handle the search for alternative employment for a temporary employee medically unfit for reasons unrelated to their employment?

Efforts should be made, but it is not obligatory. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a railway servant's resignation if it is under investigation without competent sanction?

It cannot be accepted. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should occur if a railway servant in an important position resigns?

Acceptance should be delayed until alternative arrangements are made. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is a railway servant explicitly entitled to notice or wages in lieu under the Industrial Disputes Act?

If the provisions of the Act apply to them. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What applies to the resignation of Group A railway servants who are probationers?

They may resign to join I.A.S. with acceptance by Heads of Training Institutes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is no notice of termination required for a temporary railway servant?

If they remain absent without leave beyond five years. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which authority must sanction the resignation of a railway servant under investigation?

The competent authority to dismiss. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for resignations of Group A railway servants to be accepted?

Approval by the President. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should happen when a temporary railway servant's leaves exceed five years?

They are automatically resigned. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT suggested to a railway servant committing an offence warranting dismissal?

To resign voluntarily. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How is the resignation of a railway servant in an important post treated regarding its acceptance?

It should wait until a successor is appointed. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the authority required to accept the resignation of a Group C & D Railway servant?

The authority competent to fill the post held at the time of resignation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for discharging a railway servant on reduction of establishment?

Discharge must be ordered by the authority competent to abolish the post (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if a Railway servant is declared medically unfit due to vision impairment?

The Railway servant should be shifted to another post with the same pay scale (B) Signup and view all the answers

In case of a railway servant declared medically unfit, what occurs if no suitable post is immediately available?

They may be placed on a special supernumerary post (C) Signup and view all the answers

What principle guides the selection of pensionable railway servants for discharge on reduction of establishment?

Discharge should involve the least charge for compensation pension (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must begin immediately for a Railway servant deemed medically unfit?

Search for suitable alternative employment (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which authority can discharge railway servants on reduction of establishment?

The authority competent to appoint the discharged employee (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should occur to the employment status of a Railway servant when declared medically unfit if an alternative post cannot be found?

They may be placed on special supernumerary status (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the term 'former emoluments' for running staff?

40% of pay in the revised scales of pay (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who issues general orders regarding the selection of pensionable railway servants for discharge on reduction?

The President of India (B) Signup and view all the answers

What notice period is a temporary railway servant entitled to if their service is terminated after being engaged on a contract for a definite period?

One month's notice (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under which condition can a temporary railway servant's service be terminated without notice?

Compulsory retirement due to incapacity (B) Signup and view all the answers

For which of the following types of railway servants is a show cause notice mandatory before termination of service?

Permanent railway servants (D) Signup and view all the answers

What notice period applies to a temporary railway servant who has more than three years of continuous service?

One month's notice (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum notice period for terminating the service of an apprentice if no specific terms are stated in the service agreement?

One week (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the termination of services for certain other railway servants?

Their notice periods are predetermined and fixed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In cases where a temporary railway servant's position is filled by another person, what notice is required for termination?

Fourteen days' notice (D) Signup and view all the answers

What statement must be true regarding the notice period that should be brought to the notice of railway servants?

It is mandatory for all railway staff. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the notice period for Gazetted railway servants on probation in the Medical department?

1 month’s notice (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following groups of railway servants on probation requires a 3 month’s notice period?

Probationary officers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What entitlement does a railway servant have if their service is terminated without the stipulated notice period?

Compensation based on their last drawn salary for the notice period (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to reduce or waive the stipulated notice period?

Appointing authorities only (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the case of Group A probationers undergoing training, who can exercise the authority to reduce the notice period?

Heads of Centralized Training Institutes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of authority is required to give a notice of termination of service?

An authority not lower than the appointing authority (A) Signup and view all the answers

If a railway servant's notice period is shortened by the authority, what must occur?

The authority must record the justification (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following railway servant groups is not required to provide a notice period for termination?

Railway servants dismissed for misconduct (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Temporary Railway Servant Notice Period

Temporary railway servants without a permanent post have no notice if termination is due to post expiry, officiating end, incapacity, or dismissal. Otherwise, they get one month's notice if employed with a fixed-term contract; otherwise, 14 days. Those with over three years get a month.

Permanent Railway Servant Termination

Permanent railway servants require a 'show cause' notice before termination.

Apprentice Termination Notice

Apprentices' service can be terminated with one week's notice, unless their agreement specifies otherwise.