Railway Ticket Checking Practices Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of 'Ticket Nippers'?

  • To verify the authenticity of the tickets
  • To cancel tickets at the destination
  • To mark tickets for validity (correct)
  • To identify the origin of the ticket
  • What is the role of 'Travelling Ticket Examining staff'?

  • To manage the flow of passengers at major stations
  • To check tickets at the station during train departure
  • To randomly inspect tickets on board trains (correct)
  • To collect tickets from passengers at their destination
  • Which of these is NOT a type of Ticket Nipper?

  • Cancelling Nippers
  • Flying Nippers (correct)
  • Checking Nippers
  • Gate Nippers
  • What does the 'V' portion cut out from a ticket by a Gate Nipper represent?

    <p>The validity of the ticket (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between 'Gate Nippers' and 'Checking Nippers'?

    <p>Gate Nippers are used for boarding the train while Checking Nippers are used for verifying the ticket while in transit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a 'M' mark on the edge of a ticket indicate?

    <p>The ticket has been collected at the destination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of 'Flying Squads' in ticketless travel prevention?

    <p>To conduct random checks on trains to catch ticketless travellers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the railway prevent individuals from travelling without tickets?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what type of stations should separate staff be provided to check tickets of passengers?

    <p>Stations with a revenue of two crores or more per annum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of nominating 'Ticket Checking Stations'?

    <p>To check the tickets of passengers on trains passing through the station. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the staff be deployed at stations to ensure maximum ticket checking?

    <p>According to a properly prepared roster. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?

    <p>Checking tickets of passengers on trains. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Railways do to address the issue of ticketless travel?

    <p>Review the strength and rostering of ticket examining staff. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the objective of covering trains between two successive 'ticket-checking' stations?

    <p>To ensure that all passengers have valid tickets. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the Railways focus the deployment of Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?

    <p>Areas with a high number of ticketless travelers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the Railways ensure that the stationary ticket checking organization is adequate?

    <p>By conducting regular inspections of the system. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of other station staff at smaller stations, regarding ticket checking?

    <p>They are responsible for checking tickets of passengers entraining and detraining. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the content suggest about the effectiveness of ticket checking?

    <p>Ticket checking is effective in preventing ticketless travel. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following should be utilized to deter beggars and hawkers from gaining access to railway premises and trains?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) concerning reserved coaches?

    <p>Ensuring that only authorized passengers occupy reserved seating. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key objective of having surprise checks on the opening of booking windows?

    <p>Ensuring timely and regular access to tickets for passengers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which department is responsible for receiving and acting upon observations regarding ticket collector performance and timely opening of booking windows?

    <p>Commercial Department (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for railway officials when encountering areas with a persistent beggar problem?

    <p>Inform the State Government for potential intervention. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What strategy involves comparing individual ticket collector's excess fare collection to the average for their unit?

    <p>Scrutiny of Monthly Excess Fare Collection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of utilizing Flying Squads for intensive checks on 'badly affected sections'?

    <p>To identify and apprehend individuals who may be travelling without tickets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a measure specifically aimed at enhancing ticket checking efficiency?

    <p>Providing adequate booking facilities for passengers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of having Travelling Ticket Examiners wear plain clothes?

    <p>To blend in with passengers and avoid drawing attention to themselves (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals is authorized to request ticket checks from the available ticket checking staff?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document(s) must Travelling Ticket Examiners carry with them while on duty?

    <p>Both A and B (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the 'Flying Squads'?

    <p>To conduct surprise checks and assess the efficiency of regular staff (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for requiring ticket checking staff to wear uniforms?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional document must ticket checking staff in plain clothes carry?

    <p>Authority for checking tickets in plain clothes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having Travelling Ticket Examiners in plain clothes, particularly on suburban sections and sections prone to ticketless travel?

    <p>To identify and apprehend individuals who may be travelling without tickets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of conducting concentrated section checks?

    <p>To ensure a complete check of all trains over a specific section for a set number of days. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are concentrated spot checks determined?

    <p>By calculating the percentage of passengers without tickets compared to those with tickets. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of checks are NOT included in the 'passengers without tickets' count during concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Passengers who have paid an excess fare due to an extended journey. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between concentrated section checks and concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Section checks focus on specific sections, while spot checks target individual trains. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the statistical checks discussed in the content?

    <p>Estimating the overall revenue lost due to ticketless travel. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are surprise checks and cross-country checks deemed necessary at the headquarters of divisions and railway units?

    <p>To deter ticketless travel by creating unpredictable inspection schedules. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options describes the best approach to conducting statistical checks?

    <p>Perform checks regularly, with a consistent methodology across all sections. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is used to assess the extent of ticketless travel during concentrated spot checks?

    <p>The number of passengers found traveling without tickets on each train. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two primary bases for assessing the extent of ticketless travel?

    <p>Concentrated section checks and spot checks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do concentrated section checks contribute to assessing the prevalence of ticketless travel?

    <p>By comparing the excess fare collections during the checks with those from normal days. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following practices is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text as a means of ensuring the efficiency of ticket checking?

    <p>Implementing a system of random audits to verify ticket collection accuracy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text suggests that which type of sections are most vulnerable to ticketless travel?

    <p>Suburban sections (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of deploying Travelling Ticket Examiners in plain clothes, particularly on suburban sections?

    <p>To blend into the passenger crowd and catch ticketless travelers more effectively. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals is explicitly empowered to request ticket checks from railway staff, if they suspect a passenger is travelling without a valid ticket?

    <p>Members of the National/Zonal Railway Users' Consultative Council/Committees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the 'Flying Squads' in the context of ticket checking?

    <p>To carry out surprise checks to assess the effectiveness of regular ticket checking staff. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a document that Travelling Ticket Examiners (TTEs) are required to carry while on duty?

    <p>Ticket collection receipt (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what is the primary strategy for addressing areas with a persistent beggar problem?

    <p>Deploying specialized teams to apprehend and relocate beggars from railway premises (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text suggests that which of the following is NOT a key component of the 'Flying Squads' strategy for enhancing ticket checking efficiency?

    <p>Utilizing plainclothes officers to blend in with passengers and identify ticketless travellers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of check explicitly mentioned in the text in relation to ticketless travel?

    <p>Statistically derived concentration checks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested action to ensure booking windows are opened on time?

    <p>Conduct surprise checks during officer inspection tours. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy is recommended to handle the issue of beggars and unauthorized hawkers?

    <p>Post Protection Force staff at key locations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do Travelling Ticket Examiners play concerning unauthorized persons in reserved coaches?

    <p>They ensure that only bona fide passengers occupy reserved seats. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the Railway Administration address areas with high beggar nuisance?

    <p>Notify State Governments for special measures. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of ticket checking is emphasized for the Ticket Checking staff?

    <p>They must be vigilant against fraudulent ticket use. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between concentrated section checks and concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Concentrated section checks are conducted over a complete number of days, whereas spot checks are conducted at random intervals. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups of individuals are excluded from the count of passengers without tickets during concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Beggers turned out of trains (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of conducting statistical checks regularly?

    <p>To estimate the loss of revenue and ticketless travel extent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the focus of concentrated section checks?

    <p>Ensuring no irregular travel occurs during the check period (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During concentrated spot checks, how is the extent of ticketless travel represented?

    <p>As a percentage of those found without tickets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of check allows for little to no irregular travel on any of the trains?

    <p>Concentrated section checks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be taken into account for passengers during concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Passengers without tickets paying excess charges (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a base for assessing ticketless travel?

    <p>Concentrated section checks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of conducting checks over badly affected areas?

    <p>Reduced instances of ticketless travel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended outcome of comparing excess fare collections during concentrated section checks?

    <p>To highlight discrepancies in fare collection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken by Ticket Collectors at the destination station?

    <p>Collect and cancel tickets of arriving passengers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which letter is cut out from the ticket by Cancelling Nippers?

    <p>M (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Checking Nippers emboss on the tickets during inspection?

    <p>Railway identification letters and division number (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups is primarily responsible for conducting surprise checks?

    <p>Flying Squads (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method should be used when nippers are unavailable for ticket checking?

    <p>Mark the date and train number on the reverse of the ticket (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of staff is stationed at ticket checking stations?

    <p>Ticket Collectors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which type of stations should concentrated section checks primarily be focused?

    <p>stations with ongoing complaints about ticketless travel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the stationary staff at smaller stations?

    <p>Check tickets of passengers before entry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the focus of the Railway when reviewing the stationary ticket checking organization?

    <p>Assess its adequacy for the intended purposes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of 'Ticket Checking Stations'?

    <p>They require checking of tickets for passengers both entering and passing through. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the travelling ticket examining staff be organized to maximize efficiency?

    <p>Their schedules must allow for maximum coverage across as many trains as possible. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration in staffing at larger stations with high passenger earnings?

    <p>Ensuring dedicated staff for ticket checking beyond the normal staff duties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when deploying travelling ticket examining staff in relation to ticketless travel?

    <p>Prioritize the worst affected areas and trains for thorough coverage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended purpose of having statistical reviews of ticketless travel?

    <p>To assess the effectiveness of ticket checking strategies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criteria should be used to determine the strength and rosters of the travelling ticket examining staff?

    <p>Statistical results regarding the prevalent rates of ticketless travel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component is essential in the organization of staff at Ticket Checking Stations?

    <p>Proper staffing to ensure creation of dedicated ticket checking operations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles does the Railway prioritize for travelling ticket examining staff?

    <p>Their focus on a complete check during each interval between ticket-checking stations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of staff is responsible for checking tickets throughout the journey?

    <p>Travelling Ticket Examining Staff (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of 'Flying Squads'?

    <p>To conduct surprise checks on trains and stations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are ticket checks conducted on passengers travelling in trains?

    <p>At 'Ticket Checking Stations' throughout the journey (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a measure for combating ticketless travel?

    <p>Providing free travel for certain categories of passengers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using 'Checking Nippers'?

    <p>To emboss a unique identifier and railway division on the ticket (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these would be considered a 'Ticket Checking Station'?

    <p>A designated location on a train where ticket checks are conducted (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What measures should be taken to prevent the entry of unauthorized hawkers into station premises?

    <p>Posting staff of the Protection Force at important stations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken when booking windows are not opened on time?

    <p>Conduct surprise checks to ensure they are opened timely. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the recommended methods to raise public awareness against beggars and hawkers on railway premises?

    <p>Sustained publicity through posters and other media. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should unauthorized individuals occupying reserved coach accommodation be addressed?

    <p>Prosecuting them under the Railways Act. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should ticket checking staff maintain vigilance against?

    <p>Fraudulent use of tickets. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if an individual ticket collector consistently falls below the average in fare collection?

    <p>Suitable action should be taken. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purpose should the Flying Squads conduct replacement checks?

    <p>To assess the efficiency of regular staff. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key role of members of the National/Zonal Railway Users' Consultative Council/Committees regarding ticket checking?

    <p>To call on ticket checking staff if they suspect passengers are without proper tickets. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one requirement for ticket checking staff while on duty?

    <p>They must be properly dressed in prescribed uniforms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one recommended action for Flying Squads during ticket checks?

    <p>Utilize them for surprise cross-country raids. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must Travelling Ticket Examiners produce on demand?

    <p>Duty card pass and authority letters. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in relation to the effectiveness of ticket checking measures?

    <p>Consistency in exceeding average collections. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for ticket checking staff to wear uniforms?

    <p>To help passengers identify them easily. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What section of the railway is particularly targeted for surprise checks?

    <p>Badly affected sections prone to ticketless travel. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of concentrated section checks?

    <p>To ensure no irregular travel occurs during the check period (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is a method used in concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Recording a percentage of passengers without tickets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During statistical checks, the railway aims to estimate which of the following?

    <p>Extent of ticketless travel and revenue loss (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is excluded from the count of 'passengers without tickets' during concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Beggars caught on trains (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of checks are crucial at the headquarters of the Divisions and railway for ticketless travel prevention?

    <p>Surprise and cross-country checks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are excess fare collections analyzed during concentrated section checks?

    <p>Compared with collections from normal day-to-day checks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In statistical checks, which factor is primarily assessed?

    <p>Loss of revenue due to ticketless travel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage is calculated in concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Percentage of passengers without tickets versus those with tickets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of checks involves examining all trains over a specific section for a complete number of days?

    <p>Concentrated section checks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary conclusion drawn from the concentrated spot checks?

    <p>Extent of ticketless travel in the checked section (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which stations should separate staff be provided for ticket checking?

    <p>Stations with an outward earnings of Rs. two crore or more per annum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the Railway ensure to maximize the effectiveness of ticket checking?

    <p>Proper rostering of the staff involved in checking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of staff should be assigned to 'Ticket Checking Stations'?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How frequently should the Railway review its ticket checking organization?

    <p>From time to time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?

    <p>Checking tickets of passengers on trains (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which trains should the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff prioritize for checks?

    <p>Trains operating in areas prone to ticketless travel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What data should be considered when reviewing Travelling Ticket Examining Staff rosters?

    <p>The statistical results of the extent of ticketless travel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of station staff who are not specifically assigned to ticket checking duties?

    <p>They also contribute to ticket checking in addition to their normal duties (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to have ticket collectors wear uniforms?

    <p>To ensure they are easily identifiable by passengers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ticketless Travel Measures

    • Efforts are needed to combat ticketless travel.
    • Tickets should be checked at the platform, during travel, and at the destination.
    • Checking includes using gate nippers, checking nippers, and canceling nippers.
    • Gate nippers are used by ticket collectors to cut a 'V' section from tickets.
    • Checking nippers mark railway, division, TTE/TC number on the ticket, using letters and a number to identify the employee.
    • Cancelling nippers remove a letter 'M' from tickets if the passengers journey ends.
    • Stationary ticket collectors man entry gates and collect tickets of those entering and leaving.
    • Travelling ticket-examining staff checks tickets on trains as needed, at designated stations.
    • Flying squad staff does surprise checks on trains and stations.

    Stationary Staff

    • Smaller stations with earnings less than 2 crore rupees/year might not need additional staff.
    • Larger stations with more income need sufficient staff to check tickets.
    • Staff should be appropriately rostered to ensure maximum checking.
    • Station staff must also check tickets for those leaving the station.

    Ticket Checking Stations

    • Designated stations for comprehensive ticket checks.
    • These stations should include checks for all passengers- entering, leaving, and in transit.
    • "Ticket Checking Stations" are identified for ticket checks.

    Travelling Ticket Examining Staff

    • Staff are assigned schedules to cover multiple sections or trains between designated stations.
    • Stations heavily affected by ticketless travel need more focused staff efforts and more staff.
    • Trains should be checked between 'ticket checking' stations ensuring complete checks.

    Flying Squads

    • Useful for addressing poorly covered sections and areas, particularly those with high ticketless travel.
    • Squads for surprise checks, cross-country raids, and to check areas with high ticketless travel.
    • Necessary for intensive checks in problem areas, particularly over badly affected sections.
    • Flying Squads can also do cross-country checks.
    • Staff can be in plainclothes to do these checks, particularly in suburban sections and often-problematic areas.

    Statistical Checks

    • Two methods exist to assess ticketless travel prevalence: concentrated section checks and concentrated spot checks.
    • Concentrated section checks check all trains over a section for a specific period, minimizing irregular travel during this time.
    • This is to compare fare collections with normal days.
    • Concentrated spot checks examine trains to calculate the percentage of passengers without tickets to understand areas of the system with high levels of non-payment.
    • Concentrated spot checks note the percentage of passengers without tickets.
    • This percentage is for all trains checked over a section and shows the level of ticketless travel in each area.
    • Only passengers paying extra or with unbooked luggage/those taken before authorities/and convicted and sent to prison are counted as without tickets.

    Checking Machinery Efficiency

    • Monthly fare collections of ticket collectors and examiners checked for consistency and efficiency, averaged and compared for efficiency.
    • Staff replacement checks using Flying Squads are used, as is intensive monitoring over time.
    • Targeted checks using Flying Squads in areas with problematic checking and excessive ticketless transit.
    • Scrutinizing monthly fares of individual collectors and examiners.
    • Comparing collections to see when individuals are below average.

    Staff Uniforms

    • Ticket checking staff must wear prescribed uniforms with identification.
    • Staff wear nameplates, numbers, and badges.
    • Duty cards, authorization letters, and passes must be carried by staff as needed.
    • Ticket checking staff must have duty cards, showing authority to check tickets.

    Booking Facilities

    • Sufficient ticket supplies available for passengers at all times.
    • Timely opening of booking windows.
    • Inspections of booking window staff's operations for opening and closing windows timely.
    • Booking facilities should be ample to avoid inconvenience.

    Beggar and Hawker Nuisance

    • Measures to curtail beggars and unauthorized hawkers on railways (with relevant sections of the law) include special squads.
    • Rly. Police and Railway Magistrates can be used in problematic areas and specific drives may be needed.
    • Includes using special drives with special squads for this.
    • Includes police and magistrates where available.

    Preventing Unauthorized Entry

    • Ticket examiners must ensure that unauthorized personnel do not occupy paid sections.
    • Should be vigilant on this issue.

    Ticket Frauds

    • Instructions for staff to look out for fraudulent tickets.
    • Evaluating whether existing checking systems are sufficient and effective in deterring these acts.

    Statistics and Reporting

    • Regular reporting of ticketless travel statistics to the Railway Board within 20 days of each month's close.
    • In a specific format.
    • Reports from ticket checking staff for reporting ticketless travel within 20 days of the end of each month.

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    Test your knowledge on the roles and functions of various ticket checking staff in the railway system. This quiz covers essential concepts such as Ticket Nippers, Travelling Ticket Examining staff, and methods to prevent ticketless travel. Ideal for those studying railway management or operations.

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