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What is the primary purpose of 'Ticket Nippers'?
What is the primary purpose of 'Ticket Nippers'?
What is the role of 'Travelling Ticket Examining staff'?
What is the role of 'Travelling Ticket Examining staff'?
Which of these is NOT a type of Ticket Nipper?
Which of these is NOT a type of Ticket Nipper?
What does the 'V' portion cut out from a ticket by a Gate Nipper represent?
What does the 'V' portion cut out from a ticket by a Gate Nipper represent?
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What is the primary difference between 'Gate Nippers' and 'Checking Nippers'?
What is the primary difference between 'Gate Nippers' and 'Checking Nippers'?
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What does a 'M' mark on the edge of a ticket indicate?
What does a 'M' mark on the edge of a ticket indicate?
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What is the purpose of 'Flying Squads' in ticketless travel prevention?
What is the purpose of 'Flying Squads' in ticketless travel prevention?
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How does the railway prevent individuals from travelling without tickets?
How does the railway prevent individuals from travelling without tickets?
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At what type of stations should separate staff be provided to check tickets of passengers?
At what type of stations should separate staff be provided to check tickets of passengers?
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What is the purpose of nominating 'Ticket Checking Stations'?
What is the purpose of nominating 'Ticket Checking Stations'?
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How should the staff be deployed at stations to ensure maximum ticket checking?
How should the staff be deployed at stations to ensure maximum ticket checking?
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What is the primary function of the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?
What is the primary function of the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?
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What should the Railways do to address the issue of ticketless travel?
What should the Railways do to address the issue of ticketless travel?
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What is the objective of covering trains between two successive 'ticket-checking' stations?
What is the objective of covering trains between two successive 'ticket-checking' stations?
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Where should the Railways focus the deployment of Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?
Where should the Railways focus the deployment of Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?
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How should the Railways ensure that the stationary ticket checking organization is adequate?
How should the Railways ensure that the stationary ticket checking organization is adequate?
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What is the role of other station staff at smaller stations, regarding ticket checking?
What is the role of other station staff at smaller stations, regarding ticket checking?
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What does the content suggest about the effectiveness of ticket checking?
What does the content suggest about the effectiveness of ticket checking?
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Which of the following should be utilized to deter beggars and hawkers from gaining access to railway premises and trains?
Which of the following should be utilized to deter beggars and hawkers from gaining access to railway premises and trains?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) concerning reserved coaches?
What is the primary responsibility of the Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) concerning reserved coaches?
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What is the key objective of having surprise checks on the opening of booking windows?
What is the key objective of having surprise checks on the opening of booking windows?
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Which department is responsible for receiving and acting upon observations regarding ticket collector performance and timely opening of booking windows?
Which department is responsible for receiving and acting upon observations regarding ticket collector performance and timely opening of booking windows?
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What is the recommended action for railway officials when encountering areas with a persistent beggar problem?
What is the recommended action for railway officials when encountering areas with a persistent beggar problem?
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What strategy involves comparing individual ticket collector's excess fare collection to the average for their unit?
What strategy involves comparing individual ticket collector's excess fare collection to the average for their unit?
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What is the primary purpose of utilizing Flying Squads for intensive checks on 'badly affected sections'?
What is the primary purpose of utilizing Flying Squads for intensive checks on 'badly affected sections'?
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Which of the following is NOT a measure specifically aimed at enhancing ticket checking efficiency?
Which of the following is NOT a measure specifically aimed at enhancing ticket checking efficiency?
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What is the primary purpose of having Travelling Ticket Examiners wear plain clothes?
What is the primary purpose of having Travelling Ticket Examiners wear plain clothes?
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Which group of individuals is authorized to request ticket checks from the available ticket checking staff?
Which group of individuals is authorized to request ticket checks from the available ticket checking staff?
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What document(s) must Travelling Ticket Examiners carry with them while on duty?
What document(s) must Travelling Ticket Examiners carry with them while on duty?
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What is the primary function of the 'Flying Squads'?
What is the primary function of the 'Flying Squads'?
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What is the main reason for requiring ticket checking staff to wear uniforms?
What is the main reason for requiring ticket checking staff to wear uniforms?
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What additional document must ticket checking staff in plain clothes carry?
What additional document must ticket checking staff in plain clothes carry?
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What is the purpose of having Travelling Ticket Examiners in plain clothes, particularly on suburban sections and sections prone to ticketless travel?
What is the purpose of having Travelling Ticket Examiners in plain clothes, particularly on suburban sections and sections prone to ticketless travel?
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What is the primary objective of conducting concentrated section checks?
What is the primary objective of conducting concentrated section checks?
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How are concentrated spot checks determined?
How are concentrated spot checks determined?
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What type of checks are NOT included in the 'passengers without tickets' count during concentrated spot checks?
What type of checks are NOT included in the 'passengers without tickets' count during concentrated spot checks?
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What is a key difference between concentrated section checks and concentrated spot checks?
What is a key difference between concentrated section checks and concentrated spot checks?
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What is the primary focus of the statistical checks discussed in the content?
What is the primary focus of the statistical checks discussed in the content?
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Why are surprise checks and cross-country checks deemed necessary at the headquarters of divisions and railway units?
Why are surprise checks and cross-country checks deemed necessary at the headquarters of divisions and railway units?
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Which of the following options describes the best approach to conducting statistical checks?
Which of the following options describes the best approach to conducting statistical checks?
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What information is used to assess the extent of ticketless travel during concentrated spot checks?
What information is used to assess the extent of ticketless travel during concentrated spot checks?
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What are the two primary bases for assessing the extent of ticketless travel?
What are the two primary bases for assessing the extent of ticketless travel?
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How do concentrated section checks contribute to assessing the prevalence of ticketless travel?
How do concentrated section checks contribute to assessing the prevalence of ticketless travel?
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Which of the following practices is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text as a means of ensuring the efficiency of ticket checking?
Which of the following practices is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text as a means of ensuring the efficiency of ticket checking?
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The text suggests that which type of sections are most vulnerable to ticketless travel?
The text suggests that which type of sections are most vulnerable to ticketless travel?
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What is the primary purpose of deploying Travelling Ticket Examiners in plain clothes, particularly on suburban sections?
What is the primary purpose of deploying Travelling Ticket Examiners in plain clothes, particularly on suburban sections?
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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?
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?
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What is the primary objective of the 'Flying Squads' in the context of ticket checking?
What is the primary objective of the 'Flying Squads' in the context of ticket checking?
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Which of the following is NOT a document that Travelling Ticket Examiners (TTEs) are required to carry while on duty?
Which of the following is NOT a document that Travelling Ticket Examiners (TTEs) are required to carry while on duty?
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Based on the text, what is the primary strategy for addressing areas with a persistent beggar problem?
Based on the text, what is the primary strategy for addressing areas with a persistent beggar problem?
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The text suggests that which of the following is NOT a key component of the 'Flying Squads' strategy for enhancing ticket checking efficiency?
The text suggests that which of the following is NOT a key component of the 'Flying Squads' strategy for enhancing ticket checking efficiency?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of check explicitly mentioned in the text in relation to ticketless travel?
Which of the following is NOT a type of check explicitly mentioned in the text in relation to ticketless travel?
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What is the suggested action to ensure booking windows are opened on time?
What is the suggested action to ensure booking windows are opened on time?
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Which strategy is recommended to handle the issue of beggars and unauthorized hawkers?
Which strategy is recommended to handle the issue of beggars and unauthorized hawkers?
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What role do Travelling Ticket Examiners play concerning unauthorized persons in reserved coaches?
What role do Travelling Ticket Examiners play concerning unauthorized persons in reserved coaches?
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How should the Railway Administration address areas with high beggar nuisance?
How should the Railway Administration address areas with high beggar nuisance?
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What aspect of ticket checking is emphasized for the Ticket Checking staff?
What aspect of ticket checking is emphasized for the Ticket Checking staff?
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What is the main difference between concentrated section checks and concentrated spot checks?
What is the main difference between concentrated section checks and concentrated spot checks?
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Which of the following groups of individuals are excluded from the count of passengers without tickets during concentrated spot checks?
Which of the following groups of individuals are excluded from the count of passengers without tickets during concentrated spot checks?
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What is the purpose of conducting statistical checks regularly?
What is the purpose of conducting statistical checks regularly?
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What should be the focus of concentrated section checks?
What should be the focus of concentrated section checks?
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During concentrated spot checks, how is the extent of ticketless travel represented?
During concentrated spot checks, how is the extent of ticketless travel represented?
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Which type of check allows for little to no irregular travel on any of the trains?
Which type of check allows for little to no irregular travel on any of the trains?
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What must be taken into account for passengers during concentrated spot checks?
What must be taken into account for passengers during concentrated spot checks?
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Which of the following is a base for assessing ticketless travel?
Which of the following is a base for assessing ticketless travel?
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What is a possible consequence of conducting checks over badly affected areas?
What is a possible consequence of conducting checks over badly affected areas?
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What is the intended outcome of comparing excess fare collections during concentrated section checks?
What is the intended outcome of comparing excess fare collections during concentrated section checks?
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What action should be taken by Ticket Collectors at the destination station?
What action should be taken by Ticket Collectors at the destination station?
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Which letter is cut out from the ticket by Cancelling Nippers?
Which letter is cut out from the ticket by Cancelling Nippers?
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What do Checking Nippers emboss on the tickets during inspection?
What do Checking Nippers emboss on the tickets during inspection?
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Which of the following groups is primarily responsible for conducting surprise checks?
Which of the following groups is primarily responsible for conducting surprise checks?
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What method should be used when nippers are unavailable for ticket checking?
What method should be used when nippers are unavailable for ticket checking?
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Which type of staff is stationed at ticket checking stations?
Which type of staff is stationed at ticket checking stations?
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At which type of stations should concentrated section checks primarily be focused?
At which type of stations should concentrated section checks primarily be focused?
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What is the main focus of the stationary staff at smaller stations?
What is the main focus of the stationary staff at smaller stations?
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What should be the focus of the Railway when reviewing the stationary ticket checking organization?
What should be the focus of the Railway when reviewing the stationary ticket checking organization?
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Which of the following best describes the function of 'Ticket Checking Stations'?
Which of the following best describes the function of 'Ticket Checking Stations'?
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How should the travelling ticket examining staff be organized to maximize efficiency?
How should the travelling ticket examining staff be organized to maximize efficiency?
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What is a key consideration in staffing at larger stations with high passenger earnings?
What is a key consideration in staffing at larger stations with high passenger earnings?
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What should be considered when deploying travelling ticket examining staff in relation to ticketless travel?
What should be considered when deploying travelling ticket examining staff in relation to ticketless travel?
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What is the intended purpose of having statistical reviews of ticketless travel?
What is the intended purpose of having statistical reviews of ticketless travel?
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What criteria should be used to determine the strength and rosters of the travelling ticket examining staff?
What criteria should be used to determine the strength and rosters of the travelling ticket examining staff?
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What component is essential in the organization of staff at Ticket Checking Stations?
What component is essential in the organization of staff at Ticket Checking Stations?
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Which of the following roles does the Railway prioritize for travelling ticket examining staff?
Which of the following roles does the Railway prioritize for travelling ticket examining staff?
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Which type of staff is responsible for checking tickets throughout the journey?
Which type of staff is responsible for checking tickets throughout the journey?
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What is the primary purpose of 'Flying Squads'?
What is the primary purpose of 'Flying Squads'?
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Where are ticket checks conducted on passengers travelling in trains?
Where are ticket checks conducted on passengers travelling in trains?
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Which of these is NOT a measure for combating ticketless travel?
Which of these is NOT a measure for combating ticketless travel?
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What is the purpose of using 'Checking Nippers'?
What is the purpose of using 'Checking Nippers'?
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Which of these would be considered a 'Ticket Checking Station'?
Which of these would be considered a 'Ticket Checking Station'?
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What measures should be taken to prevent the entry of unauthorized hawkers into station premises?
What measures should be taken to prevent the entry of unauthorized hawkers into station premises?
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What action should be taken when booking windows are not opened on time?
What action should be taken when booking windows are not opened on time?
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What is one of the recommended methods to raise public awareness against beggars and hawkers on railway premises?
What is one of the recommended methods to raise public awareness against beggars and hawkers on railway premises?
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How should unauthorized individuals occupying reserved coach accommodation be addressed?
How should unauthorized individuals occupying reserved coach accommodation be addressed?
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What should ticket checking staff maintain vigilance against?
What should ticket checking staff maintain vigilance against?
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What should be done if an individual ticket collector consistently falls below the average in fare collection?
What should be done if an individual ticket collector consistently falls below the average in fare collection?
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For what purpose should the Flying Squads conduct replacement checks?
For what purpose should the Flying Squads conduct replacement checks?
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What is the key role of members of the National/Zonal Railway Users' Consultative Council/Committees regarding ticket checking?
What is the key role of members of the National/Zonal Railway Users' Consultative Council/Committees regarding ticket checking?
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What is one requirement for ticket checking staff while on duty?
What is one requirement for ticket checking staff while on duty?
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What is one recommended action for Flying Squads during ticket checks?
What is one recommended action for Flying Squads during ticket checks?
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What must Travelling Ticket Examiners produce on demand?
What must Travelling Ticket Examiners produce on demand?
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What is emphasized in relation to the effectiveness of ticket checking measures?
What is emphasized in relation to the effectiveness of ticket checking measures?
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Why is it important for ticket checking staff to wear uniforms?
Why is it important for ticket checking staff to wear uniforms?
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What section of the railway is particularly targeted for surprise checks?
What section of the railway is particularly targeted for surprise checks?
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What is the primary objective of concentrated section checks?
What is the primary objective of concentrated section checks?
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Which is a method used in concentrated spot checks?
Which is a method used in concentrated spot checks?
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During statistical checks, the railway aims to estimate which of the following?
During statistical checks, the railway aims to estimate which of the following?
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What is excluded from the count of 'passengers without tickets' during concentrated spot checks?
What is excluded from the count of 'passengers without tickets' during concentrated spot checks?
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What kind of checks are crucial at the headquarters of the Divisions and railway for ticketless travel prevention?
What kind of checks are crucial at the headquarters of the Divisions and railway for ticketless travel prevention?
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How are excess fare collections analyzed during concentrated section checks?
How are excess fare collections analyzed during concentrated section checks?
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In statistical checks, which factor is primarily assessed?
In statistical checks, which factor is primarily assessed?
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What percentage is calculated in concentrated spot checks?
What percentage is calculated in concentrated spot checks?
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Which type of checks involves examining all trains over a specific section for a complete number of days?
Which type of checks involves examining all trains over a specific section for a complete number of days?
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What is the primary conclusion drawn from the concentrated spot checks?
What is the primary conclusion drawn from the concentrated spot checks?
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At which stations should separate staff be provided for ticket checking?
At which stations should separate staff be provided for ticket checking?
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What should the Railway ensure to maximize the effectiveness of ticket checking?
What should the Railway ensure to maximize the effectiveness of ticket checking?
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What type of staff should be assigned to 'Ticket Checking Stations'?
What type of staff should be assigned to 'Ticket Checking Stations'?
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How frequently should the Railway review its ticket checking organization?
How frequently should the Railway review its ticket checking organization?
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What is the main objective of the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?
What is the main objective of the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff?
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Which trains should the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff prioritize for checks?
Which trains should the Travelling Ticket Examining Staff prioritize for checks?
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What data should be considered when reviewing Travelling Ticket Examining Staff rosters?
What data should be considered when reviewing Travelling Ticket Examining Staff rosters?
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What is the responsibility of station staff who are not specifically assigned to ticket checking duties?
What is the responsibility of station staff who are not specifically assigned to ticket checking duties?
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Why is it important to have ticket collectors wear uniforms?
Why is it important to have ticket collectors wear uniforms?
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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.