PA Exam Materials - Examination point of view - 15

 Staff Rulings – 226
GDS RULES & TA Rules

136. What is the maximum amount of Gratuity that can be paid to a GDS official? 
The maximum amount of Gratuity that can be paid to a GDS official is Rs. 60,000/-. (GDS (Conduct & Engagement) Rules)

137. Whether a GDS official is eligible to participate in the political movement? 
No. A GDS official is not eligible to be a member of any political organization or participate in political movements. (GDS (Conduct & Engagement) Rules)

138. What is the maximum period for which Daily Allowance (DA) is admissible at the rate of 100%? Daily Allowance (DA) is admissible at 100% for the first 180 days (six months) of a continuous stay at one station. (TA Rules)

139. When an official is directed to attend a court of law as a witness for a case on his official duty, is he entitled to draw TA/DA? 
Yes. He is entitled to draw TA/DA. (TA Rules)

140. Whether an official is entitled to draw DA while on tour and granted casual leave? 
No. The official is not entitled to draw DA while on tour and granted casual leave. (TA Rules)