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Question 1Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the context of the CBSE Junior Assistant recruitment, which body is the appointing authority for the post at the Central Board of Secondary Education headquarters?

  1. The Ministry of Education, Government of India
  2. The Controller of Examinations, CBSE
  3. The Secretary, CBSE Correct answer.
  4. The National Testing Agency

Explanation

As a senior administrative post within the Board's secretariat, appointments are made under the authority of the Secretary, CBSE, who functions as the chief executive of the Board. The Ministry of Education oversees policy but does not directly issue individual appointment letters, and the NTA only conducts the examination.

Question 2Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

The CBSE is a body constituted under which kind of legal instrument?

  1. A society registered under the Societies Registration Act Correct answer.
  2. A company registered under the Companies Act
  3. A trust deed registered under the Indian Trusts Act
  4. A statute enacted by Parliament

Explanation

CBSE was established as a registered society, which is why it functions as an autonomous body under the overall guidance of the Ministry of Education. Being a society, its governance rests on a memorandum and rules rather than on a parliamentary statute.

Question 3Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A file received in the CBSE office bears today's date, but the dak received yesterday contained a covering letter dated three days ago. Which date should normally be recorded as the date of receipt in the receipt register?

  1. The date on which the dealing assistant opens the file
  2. The date of the dak entry in the register Correct answer.
  3. The date of the covering letter
  4. The date on which the file is put up to the section officer

Explanation

The date of receipt recorded in the dak or receipt register is the controlling date for calculating time limits, not the date printed on the letter. Recording the date on which the dak was actually entered preserves a verifiable audit trail for disposal timelines.

Question 4Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following is the correct order of the stages through which a fresh receipt passes in the CBSE secretariat?

  1. Dak receipt, submission to section officer, diary entry, submission to dealing hand, disposal
  2. Dak receipt, diary entry, submission to dealing hand, submission to section officer, disposal Correct answer.
  3. Dak receipt, diary entry, submission to section officer, submission to dealing hand, disposal
  4. Diary entry, dak receipt, submission to section officer, submission to dealing hand, disposal

Explanation

The standard flow is receipt of dak, entry in the diary or receipt register, routing to the dealing hand who prepares the note, submission to the section officer for approval, and finally disposal. This preserves accountability at each stage and matches the graded hierarchy of the office.

Question 5Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the CBSE office, a paper being circulated among several sections for their comments should be moved using which form of communication?

  1. A circular memorandum to all sections
  2. A note recorded on the file with endorsement Correct answer.
  3. A telephonic message recorded in the register
  4. A formal letter under the Secretary's signature

Explanation

Movement of a case within the office is recorded on the file itself through notes and endorsements; this keeps the reasoning and the sequence of opinions intact. A circular is used to disseminate information to many recipients at once, not to collect comments on a specific case.

Question 6Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the 'note' portion of a government file?

  1. To convey the decision of the office to the external party
  2. To list the names of the officials who have handled the file
  3. To record the final decision of the competent authority for the record
  4. To record the background, facts and the reasoning leading to a proposed action Correct answer.

Explanation

The note builds the case on the file by setting out facts, rules and the reasoning that supports a proposed course of action. The draft, by contrast, is the outward-facing communication that conveys the decision once it is approved.

Question 7Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A draft reply prepared by a dealing assistant in CBSE must be checked by the section officer before dispatch. This practice is best described as:

  1. internal check through hierarchical scrutiny Correct answer.
  2. post-audit
  3. pre-audit
  4. concurrent audit

Explanation

Hierarchical scrutiny is the internal check that ensures a draft is accurate and consistent with policy before it leaves the office. It is a management control exercised within the line hierarchy, distinct from audit conducted by an independent audit authority.

Question 8Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following is the most appropriate salutation in an official letter issued by the CBSE to a school principal?

  1. Respected Sir
  2. Dear Principal
  3. Dear Sir/Madam Correct answer.
  4. Madam/Sir

Explanation

Official correspondence uses the neutral salutation 'Dear Sir/Madam' when the name of the addressee is not specified. It is formal, gender-neutral and consistent with the standard format prescribed for government correspondence.

Question 9Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In an official letter from CBSE, where should the reference number of the communication be placed?

  1. At the end of the letter, below the signature
  2. In the top left, above the date and addressee Correct answer.
  3. In the body of the first paragraph
  4. In the subject line

Explanation

The reference number appears at the top left of the letter, above the date and the addressee's address, so that the recipient can trace the communication. Placing it in the body or at the foot would defeat the purpose of quick identification.

Question 10Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE office issues a letter to all affiliated schools about a revised examination schedule. Which form of communication is most appropriate?

  1. A memorandum of understanding
  2. A circular Correct answer.
  3. A show-cause notice
  4. A demi-official letter

Explanation

A circular is the appropriate instrument for conveying the same information simultaneously to a large number of recipients such as affiliated schools. A demi-official letter is personal in nature, while a show-cause notice is a quasi-judicial communication.

Question 11Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

The abbreviation 'F.No.' appearing in CBSE correspondence stands for:

  1. Final Notice
  2. File Number Correct answer.
  3. Form Number
  4. Forwarding Note

Explanation

'F.No.' is the standard abbreviation for File Number, which identifies the file on which a communication is issued. It enables the recipient to quote the reference in later correspondence.

Question 12Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the CBSE secretariat, 'U.O. Note' is used to:

  1. communicate between two sections of the same office without a formal letter Correct answer.
  2. record the final order of the Secretary
  3. record the receipt of dak in the register
  4. issue a letter to an external agency

Explanation

An U.O. Note (Un-Official Note) is an informal internal communication used between sections or departments of the same organisation to settle a point quickly. It avoids the formality of an outward letter while still creating a written record.

Question 13Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In a formal office letter, which of the following is the correct way to close the communication?

  1. Yours sincerely,
  2. Yours faithfully, Correct answer.
  3. Thanking you in anticipation,
  4. With warm regards,

Explanation

'Yours faithfully' is the prescribed complimentary close when the letter opens with 'Dear Sir/Madam' and the addressee is not known personally. 'Yours sincerely' is used only when the recipient is addressed by name.

Question 14Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE section receives a request for information from a citizen under the Right to Information Act, 2005. Within how many days must the Public Information Officer ordinarily respond?

  1. 45 days
  2. 15 days
  3. 60 days
  4. 30 days Correct answer.

Explanation

The RTI Act requires the Public Information Officer to dispose of a request ordinarily within thirty days of receipt. A shorter period of forty-eight hours applies only where the information concerns the life or liberty of a person.

Question 15Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A request under the Right to Information Act is received by a CBSE office on 1 April. The information sought relates to the life of the applicant. By when must the Public Information Officer ordinarily supply it?

  1. Within 7 days of receipt
  2. Within 30 days of receipt
  3. Within 48 hours of receipt Correct answer.
  4. Within 15 days of receipt

Explanation

Where the information sought concerns the life or liberty of a person, the Public Information Officer must respond within forty-eight hours of receipt. The general thirty-day timeline is shortened for these urgent cases.

Question 16Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the context of office procedure, the term 'file' in the CBSE secretariat refers to:

  1. A list of pending cases of a section
  2. A register of receipts and dispatches
  3. A collection of papers on a specific subject with notes and correspondence Correct answer.
  4. A folder containing blank stationery

Explanation

A file is the complete record of a case, comprising the note portion and the correspondence portion on a specific subject. It is the basic unit around which office work is organised and preserved.

Question 17Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A file in the CBSE office has been pending for a long time without a decision. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the dealing assistant?

  1. Forward the file to the external party for a decision
  2. Close the file and open a fresh one
  3. Destroy the old papers and start afresh
  4. Submit a reminder note to the section officer explaining the delay and seeking orders Correct answer.

Explanation

When a case is delayed, the dealing hand should record the reasons for the delay and submit the file for orders of the competent authority. This maintains accountability and allows the supervising officer to decide the future course of action.

Question 18Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Records of a CBSE file are proposed to be destroyed after the prescribed retention period. Which authority's approval is normally required before destruction?

  1. The dealing assistant who handled the file
  2. The section officer alone
  3. The applicant who raised the matter
  4. The competent authority under the record retention schedule Correct answer.

Explanation

Destruction of records must follow the record retention schedule and requires the approval of the competent authority designated for the purpose. This safeguards accountability and ensures that records of continuing value are preserved.

Question 19Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following is the correct method of entering a receipt in the dak register of a CBSE office?

  1. Enter only the serial number and the date of receipt
  2. Enter the name of the sender and the date, leaving the subject blank
  3. Enter the details after the file has been disposed of
  4. Enter the serial number, date of receipt, sender's name and subject of the communication Correct answer.

Explanation

A proper dak entry records the serial number, the date of receipt, the sender's particulars and the subject so that the communication can be traced later. Entering the details after disposal would defeat the purpose of the register as a control device.

Question 20Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following is a correct example of a subject line in an official letter from CBSE?

  1. Subject: Revision of examination schedule for Class X, 2025 Correct answer.
  2. Subject: Please do the needful at the earliest
  3. Subject: Letter from the Board
  4. Subject: Regarding the matter of the school

Explanation

A subject line should state the specific issue concisely so that the recipient can identify the purpose at a glance. Vague phrases such as 'regarding the matter' or 'do the needful' fail to convey the substance of the communication.

Question 21Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In official correspondence, the abbreviation 'No.' followed by a number and a date is generally used to indicate the:

  1. reference number of the letter with its date Correct answer.
  2. number of pages in the letter
  3. serial number of the dispatch register
  4. number of enclosures

Explanation

The reference number of an official letter is conventionally written with 'No.' and the date, so that the recipient can quote it in reply. It is not a count of enclosures or pages.

Question 22Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE office must reply to a query from a Member of Parliament regarding a school in the constituency. Which channel is normally used for such correspondence?

  1. A demi-official letter addressed to the Member of Parliament Correct answer.
  2. A press release
  3. A notice on the notice board
  4. A circular to all schools

Explanation

Correspondence with Members of Parliament is treated as demi-official because it is personal in nature and requires a signed reply from a senior officer. A circular or press release would not be an appropriate reply to an individual's query.

Question 23Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In a CBSE office, what is the purpose of maintaining a dispatch register?

  1. To list the files pending with the section officer
  2. To record the outward communications issued by the office with their reference numbers Correct answer.
  3. To record the receipt of inward dak
  4. To record the leave taken by the staff

Explanation

The dispatch register records all outward communications with their reference numbers, dates and addressees so that proof of dispatch is available. Inward receipts are recorded in the dak register, not in the dispatch register.

Question 24Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following is the most appropriate way to handle a confidential letter received in the CBSE office?

  1. Open it at the dak counter and enter its contents in the dak register
  2. Paste it in the notice board for transparency
  3. Forward it unopened to the officer authorised to receive it, recording only the particulars Correct answer.
  4. Circulate it among all sections for information

Explanation

Confidential communications are not opened at the dak counter; they are forwarded unopened to the officer authorised to receive them, with only the particulars recorded. This protects the confidentiality of the contents while preserving a record of receipt.

Question 25Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the official hierarchy of a CBSE section, which functionary normally examines a case and prepares the draft reply?

  1. The Secretary
  2. The Deputy Secretary
  3. The dealing assistant Correct answer.
  4. The section officer

Explanation

The dealing assistant is the functionary who examines the case, records the note and prepares the draft for the approval of higher officers. The section officer supervises and checks the work before it moves further up.

Question 26Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the CBSE secretariat, a communication received from a school is entered in the receipt register and then marked to the dealing hand. What is this initial marking called?

  1. Putting up
  2. Endorsement
  3. Dak marking Correct answer.
  4. Paging

Explanation

Dak marking is the step in which the receiving section records the incoming communication and marks it to the dealing hand concerned. Putting up refers to the later stage of placing the case before a higher officer with a note. Endorsement is the forwarding of a copy of a communication to another office or section.

Question 27Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE file is to be submitted to the Chairman for final orders. Which of the following best describes the correct sequence of movement of the case?

  1. Dealing hand, then directly to Chairman
  2. Section Officer, then dealing hand, then Chairman
  3. Chairman, then Section Officer, then dealing hand
  4. Dealing hand, then Section Officer, then branch officer concerned, then Chairman Correct answer.

Explanation

A case normally moves upwards from the dealing hand through the Section Officer and the branch officer concerned before reaching the head of the department or Chairman. Each higher level adds its comments or recommendations in the note. Direct submission to the Chairman bypasses the prescribed channel.

Question 28Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In CBSE office terminology, the 'receipt' stamped or written on an incoming letter primarily records which of the following?

  1. The date and time of receipt of the communication in the office Correct answer.
  2. The date on which the reply was dispatched
  3. The number of pages in the enclosure
  4. The designation of the officer who signed the letter

Explanation

The receipt stamp on an incoming communication records the date and time it was received in the office, which fixes the reference point for processing and for any statutory time limit. It is distinct from the dispatch particulars, which are recorded when the reply leaves the office.

Question 29Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE officer signs a letter on behalf of the Chairman. Which of the following notations is correctly used below the signature to indicate this?

  1. Approved
  2. For Chairman Correct answer.
  3. Sd/- Chairman
  4. Under Secretary

Explanation

When an officer signs for and on behalf of a higher authority, the notation 'For' followed by the designation of that authority is written below the signature space. The prefix 'Sd/-' merely indicates that a signature has been made and does not convey delegated authority.

Question 30Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the CBSE secretariat, what does the term 'precedent' mean when recorded in a file note?

  1. A draft that has been rejected by the officer
  2. A decision taken earlier in a similar case that may guide the present case Correct answer.
  3. A rule that the file must be closed within one month
  4. A register of letters received from schools

Explanation

A precedent is a past decision or practice in a comparable case which is cited so that the present case is decided consistently. Referring to precedents promotes uniformity in disposal of similar cases. It is not a time limit, a register, or a rejected draft.

Question 31Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE office receives a letter that is not addressed to it but relates to a matter handled by another section in the same building. What is the most appropriate action?

  1. Ignore it and wait for the sender to resend it
  2. Return the letter to the sender with a note
  3. Diary it and transfer it to the concerned section, recording the transfer Correct answer.
  4. Destroy the letter as misdirected

Explanation

A misdirected communication should still be diarised on receipt and then transferred to the section actually concerned, with the transfer recorded so that accountability is preserved. Returning or destroying it without record would break the audit trail.

Question 32Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following is the correct purpose of a 'reminder' in CBSE official correspondence?

  1. To record the date of receipt of a letter
  2. To request an early reply to an earlier communication that remains unanswered Correct answer.
  3. To close a file that has been decided
  4. To forward a letter to another office

Explanation

A reminder is issued when an earlier communication has not been answered within a reasonable time and a reply is required. It normally quotes the number and date of the original communication so that the recipient can trace it.

Question 33Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In CBSE office procedure, the 'sparrow' or 'spar' action on a pending file refers to which of the following?

  1. Closing the file permanently
  2. Destroying old records
  3. Sending the file to the audit section
  4. Recording a brief interim action to keep the case alive Correct answer.

Explanation

In secretariat practice a brief note recording interim action or a reminder to the subordinate office is informally called a sparrow, used to keep the case moving while the main issue is pending. It does not close the file or destroy records.

Question 34Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE office wishes to convey the same information to all affiliated schools without addressing each school individually. Which method is most appropriate?

  1. A demi-official letter
  2. A notice board entry
  3. A telegram
  4. A circular letter Correct answer.

Explanation

A circular letter is used to communicate identical information to a large number of recipients at the same time. It avoids the labour of issuing separate letters to each addressee. A demi-official letter is personal and is used for individual correspondence.

Question 35Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the CBSE secretariat, the 'A' and 'B' categories of files are generally used to indicate which of the following?

  1. The subject matter of the file
  2. The number of pages in the file
  3. The period for which the file is to be retained Correct answer.
  4. The designation of the dealing hand

Explanation

Files are classified into categories such as A, B and C to indicate their retention period and thereby the period for which they are preserved before weeding. The category is recorded on the file cover so that records management follows a uniform rule.

Question 36Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE file has been decided and is to be closed. What is the appropriate action with respect to its records?

  1. Destroy it immediately
  2. Consign it to the record room with proper indexing and retention category Correct answer.
  3. Send it to the dealing hand for personal custody
  4. Keep it in the officer's table drawer

Explanation

A decided file is consigned to the record room after recording the file number, subject and retention category in the consignment register. Indexing allows it to be retrieved if a similar case or a reference arises later. Immediate destruction or private custody would be improper.

Question 37Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following correctly describes the function of a 'guard file' in the CBSE secretariat?

  1. A file that contains only confidential correspondence
  2. A file used to record the attendance of staff
  3. A file maintained by the audit section for expenditure
  4. A file in which copies of circulars and standing instructions are kept for ready reference Correct answer.

Explanation

A guard file preserves copies of circulars, standing orders and instructions so that they are available for ready reference and are not lost with individual case files. It serves as a permanent reference point for the section.

Question 38Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE dealing hand is preparing a note for the approval of a higher officer. Which of the following is the most appropriate feature of a good note?

  1. It should be written in the third person throughout
  2. It should reproduce the entire incoming letter verbatim
  3. It should avoid mentioning any rule or precedent
  4. It should state the facts briefly, the point for decision, and the recommendation Correct answer.

Explanation

A good note is concise and sets out the relevant facts, the precise point requiring a decision, and a clear recommendation with the rule or precedent relied upon. This enables the officer to take a decision without reading the whole correspondence.

Question 39Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In CBSE official correspondence, what does the abbreviation 'F.No.' stand for?

  1. Financial Number
  2. Forwarding Number
  3. Form Number
  4. File Number Correct answer.

Explanation

F.No. in official correspondence stands for File Number, which identifies the file to which the communication relates. It appears with the year and the serial number so that the recipient can trace the matter.

Question 40Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE section receives a letter marked 'confidential'. Which of the following is the correct handling procedure?

  1. Return it unopened to the sender
  2. Open it and file it in the ordinary file
  3. Open it in the dak section and circulate it to all staff
  4. Open it only by the officer authorised to receive confidential dak and maintain a separate confidential register Correct answer.

Explanation

Confidential communications are opened only by the officer authorised for the purpose and are entered in a separate confidential register. They are kept out of the ordinary dak circulation to preserve secrecy.

Question 41Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the 'dispatch register' maintained in a CBSE office?

  1. To record the stock of stationery
  2. To record the particulars of letters issued from the office Correct answer.
  3. To record the attendance of the staff
  4. To record the letters received from outside

Explanation

The dispatch register records the serial number, date, addressee and subject of every letter issued from the office. It provides proof of issue and enables the office to trace a communication if a reminder or a query follows.

Question 42Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE office is required to obtain the comments of a state government before deciding a case. Which of the following is the most appropriate form of communication?

  1. An office memorandum to all sections
  2. A demi-official letter to the Chief Secretary
  3. A letter under endorsement to the concerned department Correct answer.
  4. A press note

Explanation

Where the comments of another government or department are required, a formal letter, often issued under endorsement, is used so that the reference is on record and can be followed up. Demi-official letters are personal and do not create the same official record.

Question 43Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In the CBSE secretariat, what is the meaning of the term 'putting up' a case?

  1. Destroying the case after decision
  2. Circulating the case among all staff
  3. Sending the case to the record room
  4. Submitting the case with a note to the appropriate officer for orders Correct answer.

Explanation

Putting up a case means placing it before the appropriate officer, along with the note prepared by the dealing hand, for orders or approval. It is the stage that follows the preparation of the note.

Question 44Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE dealing hand finds that a case submitted on a file has been returned by the officer with the direction 'please discuss'. What is the most appropriate next step?

  1. Discuss the case with the officer, record the outcome, and resubmit Correct answer.
  2. Send the file to the record room
  3. Forward the file to another section without any note
  4. Close the file as disposed of

Explanation

A direction to discuss requires the dealing hand to meet the officer, clarify the issue, record the outcome of the discussion in the note, and resubmit the case for orders. Closing or transferring the file without recording the discussion would leave the case undecided.

Question 45Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following is the correct way of writing the subject line in a CBSE letter to a school about a change in examination centre?

  1. Subject regarding examination centre change please
  2. Sub: Change of examination centre regarding
  3. Change of examination centre
  4. Sub: Change of examination centre - reg. Correct answer.

Explanation

The subject line should be brief, specific and normally ends with 'reg.' or a similar standard indication that the matter is under reference. It should be placed below the reference number and above the salutation.

Question 46Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

In CBSE office procedure, which of the following is the correct use of the abbreviation 'U.O. Note'?

  1. To record the receipt of dak
  2. To close a decided file
  3. To issue a letter to an external school
  4. To communicate between two sections of the same office on a matter of common interest Correct answer.

Explanation

A U.O. Note, or unofficial note, is used for inter-sectional communication within the same office where a formal letter is unnecessary. It is signed by the dealing hand and the section officer and is filed with the case.

Question 47Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE office receives an application under the Right to Information Act, 2005. Within how many days must the Public Information Officer ordinarily dispose of the request?

  1. 30 days Correct answer.
  2. 15 days
  3. 60 days
  4. 45 days

Explanation

Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, the Public Information Officer is required to dispose of a request ordinarily within thirty days of its receipt. Where the information concerns the life or liberty of a person, the period is forty-eight hours.

Question 48Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE office receives a request under the Right to Information Act for information held by another public authority. What is the correct course of action?

  1. Reject the request outright
  2. Forward it to the applicant's school
  3. Transfer the request to the concerned public authority within five days and inform the applicant Correct answer.
  4. Keep it pending until the other authority responds

Explanation

Where the requested information is held by another public authority, the receiving authority must transfer the request within five days and inform the applicant of the transfer. This ensures that the applicant is not made to run from office to office.

Question 49Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

Which of the following best describes the purpose of maintaining a 'peon book' in a CBSE office?

  1. To record the stock of furniture
  2. To record the salaries of the staff
  3. To record the movement of files and papers between sections and officers Correct answer.
  4. To record the leave taken by the staff

Explanation

A peon book records the movement of files and papers when they are carried from one section or officer to another. It fixes responsibility for the paper at each stage and helps trace a missing file.

Question 50Tier-1 objective examination (subject areas not enumerated in the source)

A CBSE section is preparing a letter of rejection of a request received from a school. Which of the following is the most appropriate feature of such a letter?

  1. It should avoid giving any reason to the school
  2. It should be written in a demi-official style
  3. It should state the reason for rejection with reference to the relevant rule Correct answer.
  4. It should be sent without a file number

Explanation

A rejection letter must state the ground of rejection with reference to the applicable rule or provision so that the recipient understands the basis of the decision. This also protects the office if the decision is challenged.