IP Exam Daily Spark: Day 2
Objective Questions for Inspector Posts Departmental Exam
The Post Office Act, 2023 - Specific Provisions & Inter-relations
21. According to the Act, a "postage stamp" can be in which form?
A) Physical form only. B) Digital form only. C) Either physical or digital form. D) Physical, but can be affixed, printed, or embossed.
22. The power to make regulations under Section 3(2) is given to the Director General. What is the scope of these regulations?
A) To fix charges and terms and conditions for services. B) To specify the types of services to be provided. C) To amend the provisions of the Act. D) Both A and B
23. Under which section of the Act is a person liable to pay charges for a service provided by the Post Office?
A) Section 3(1) B) Section 7(1) C) Section 7(2) D) Section 10(1)
24. A customs authority may deal with an item suspected to contain anything liable to duty. From whom does the customs authority receive this item?A) Directly from the sender. B) From a postal officer empowered by a notification of the Central Government. C) The Director General of Postal Services. D) The Post Office in the presence of the addressee.
25. What is the exclusive privilege of the Post Office with regard to stamps?
A) To provide postage stamps for all official purposes. B) To regulate the sale of stamps to the public. C) To issue postage stamps. D) To print and design commemorative stamps.
26. The power to delegate powers to the Director General is granted to which authority?
A) The Central Government B) The President of India C) The Parliament D) The Minister of Communications
27. The Act states that any service provided by the Post Office shall be subject to what?
A) The regulations made under the Act. B) Any other law for the time being in force. C) The terms and conditions fixed by the Director General. D) The standards prescribed for addressing.
28. The Indian Post Office Act, 1898, is repealed by the new Act. However, what is the "savings" clause under Section 16(2)?
A) It saves only the rules and notifications, but not orders. B) It states that all rules, notifications, and orders under the old Act are nullified. C) It ensures rules, notifications, and orders from the old Act continue if they are not inconsistent with the new Act. D) It mandates the re-enactment of all old rules under the new Act.
29. Who is responsible for prescribing the standards for addressing on items, address identifiers, and usage of postcodes?
A) The Director General B) The Central Government C) The Department of Posts D) The Ministry of Communications
30. The exemption from liability under Section 10(1) applies to which entity?
A) The Post Office B) The officer of the Post Office C) Both the Post Office and its officers D) The Central Government
31. An order to remove difficulties under Section 15(1) must be published in which manner?
A) In a newspaper of national circulation. B) In the Official Gazette. C) On the website of the Department of Posts. D) It must be laid before Parliament before it is published.
32. What is the specific role of the Director General in making regulations under Section 13?
A) The Director General can make regulations on his own accord. B) The Director General requires the prior approval of the Central Government. C) The Director General must submit the regulations to Parliament for approval. D) The Director General can only make regulations as directed by the Central Government.
33. What does "notification" mean under the Act?
A) A public announcement in a newspaper. B) A notification published in the Official Gazette. C) A written order from the Director General. D) An announcement on the departmental website.
34. Under what condition can a Post Office officer be held liable for loss, delay, or mis-delivery of a service?
A) If the officer's action was negligent. B) If the officer's action was due to an error in judgment. C) If the officer acted fraudulently or willfully caused the loss. D) If the officer failed to follow a standard operating procedure.
35. The power to give effect to arrangements with other countries is vested in the Central Government. How is this power exercised?
A) Through regulations made by the Director General. B) Through notifications published in the Official Gazette. C) Through rules made under the Act. D) Through an order from the President.
36. According to the Act, a "Post Office" is defined to include:
A) The Department of Posts. B) Every house, building, room, or place used by the Post Office. C) Any other asset used for providing a service. D) All of the above.
37. What is the definition of "postal stationery" as per the Act?
A) All stationery used by the Post Office. B) Stationery bearing an imprinted stamp or inscription showing prepayment of a service. C) Envelopes, letter cards, postcards, and other items issued by the Post Office. D) Both B and C.
38. The Act specifies that the power to intercept, open, or detain an item can be exercised in the interest of all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Friendly relations with foreign states. B) National security. C) Public safety. D) Financial gain for the government.
39. Section 14 mandates that every rule or regulation made under the Act shall be laid before each House of Parliament for a total period of thirty days. What is the consequence if both Houses agree that the rule or regulation should not be made?
A) The rule or regulation is annulled and becomes of no effect. B) The rule or regulation is modified as per parliamentary directive. C) The rule or regulation is returned to the Central Government for review. D) The rule or regulation is put on hold for a period of six months.
40. When an item is delivered to a customs authority under Section 9(3), how is that authority supposed to deal with the item?
A) In accordance with the provisions of any law for the time being in force. B) As directed by the Director General. C) According to the regulations made under this Act. D) By following a set of internal departmental guidelines.
Answer Key – Day 2
21. C) Either physical or digital form.
22. A) To fix charges and terms and conditions for services.
23. B) Section 7(1)
24. B) From a postal officer empowered by a notification of the Central Government.
25. C) To issue postage stamps.
26. A) The Central Government
27. B) Any other law for the time being in force.
28. C) It ensures rules, notifications, and orders from the old Act continue if they are not inconsistent with the new Act.
29. B) The Central Government
30. A) The Post Office
31. B) In the Official Gazette.
32. B) The Director General requires the prior approval of the Central Government.
33. B) A notification published in the Official Gazette.
34. C) If the officer acted fraudulently or willfully caused the loss.
35. C) Through rules made under the Act.
36. D) All of the above.
37. D) Both B and C.
38. D) Financial gain for the government.
39. A) The rule or regulation is annulled and becomes of no effect.
40. A) In accordance with the provisions of any law for the time being in force.
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