Chapter IV: Vidyalaya Management Committee (VMC) - MCQs
Test your understanding of the Vidyalaya Management Committee (VMC) as outlined in Chapter IV of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya framework. These 30 multiple-choice questions cover composition, tenure, functions, and powers of the VMC. Use the buttons to check answers and explanations.
Who constitutes the Vidyalaya Management Committee (VMC) for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas?
Correct Answer: (c) The Samiti (NVS)
Explanation: The text states: "Vidyalaya Management Committee (VMC)... is constituted by the Samiti." The Samiti refers to the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), the overarching governing body.
How many times must the VMC meet in a year at a minimum?
Correct Answer: (c) Three times
Explanation: The text explicitly mentions: "The Vidyalaya Management Committee shall meet at least 3 times in a year."
Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya VMC?
Correct Answer: (c) The District Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner
Explanation: Article 32.1.1 clearly states: "The Chairman of a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya will be the District Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner of the District."
Who is the Member Secretary of the VMC?
Correct Answer: (c) The Principal of the JNV
Explanation: Article 32.1.2 states: "The Principal of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya will be the Member Secretary."
What is the tenure of office for members of the VMC?
Correct Answer: (c) 3 years
Explanation: Article 32.1.3 states: "The tenure of the office of the members... shall be 3 years."
Are VMC members eligible for re-nomination after their term ends?
Correct Answer: (b) Yes, they are eligible for re-nomination.
Explanation: Article 32.1.3 concludes: "...but they will be eligible for re-nomination."
Who can call a special meeting of the VMC?
Correct Answer: (b) The Chairman of the VMC
Explanation: The text states: "...special meetings may be called by the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Management Committee as and when necessary."
Which of the following is NOT a function/power of the VMC as per Article 32.2?
Correct Answer: (c) To sanction funds for new JNVs in other districts.
Explanation: The VMC's functions (32.2.1 to 32.2.8) are specific to its own Vidyalaya. Sanctioning funds for new JNVs in other districts is not within its purview; it manages funds provided by the Samiti for its own school.
As per 32.2.1, the VMC must ensure proper custody of funds, control over expenditure, and maintenance of accounts. These funds are raised by:
Correct Answer: (c) The Samiti
Explanation: Article 32.2.1 begins: "To exercise control over expenditure in respect of the funds raised by the Samiti for the Vidyalaya..."
What does the VMC's budget preparation (32.2.2) specifically include?
Correct Answer: (c) Suggestions for recurring and new items, including non-repairable items like buildings.
Explanation: Article 32.2.2 states it includes "suggestions in recurring of new items..." and specifies "This will include non-repairable items such as buildings, sub-recurring, furniture and equipment, etc."
According to 32.2.3, selection of staff on contract basis is to be done:
Correct Answer: (b) By the VMC in accordance with the procedure prescribed by the Samiti.
Explanation: The text is clear: "To make selection of staff for the Vidyalaya on contract basis and in accordance with the procedure prescribed by the Samiti."
Which of the following is a power of the VMC Chairman as per Article 32.3?
Correct Answer: (b) He will be the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee.
Explanation: Article 32.3.1 states: "He will be the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee and Principal will be ex-officio Member Secretary."
Appointments of which posts are made by the VMC through the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee?
Correct Answer: (c) Group ‘D’, LDC & adhoc teaching posts
Explanation: Article 32.3.2 specifies: "All appointment of group ‘D’, LDC & adhoc teaching posts of the Vidyalaya will be made by the Vidyalaya Management Committee through the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee."
Who can the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee co-opt, as per 32.3.3?
Correct Answer: (c) Any local subject expert.
Explanation: Article 32.3.3 states: "The Vidyalaya Appointment Committee may co-opt any local subject expert in case some teaching and non-teaching staff required on contract basis."
What is the quorum for the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee?
Correct Answer: (b) 3 persons
Explanation: The text in 32.3.3 mentions: "3 persons shall form the quorum."
Who nominates the two parent representatives (one male, one female) to the VMC?
Correct Answer: (c) The Chairman, VMC
Explanation: In the revised composition list (points 8-9), it states: "Two representatives from parents (One male and one female to be nominated by Chairman, VMC)."
Which of the following is NOT a member of the revised VMC composition as listed?
Correct Answer: (c) Mayor of the city
Explanation: The revised composition (points 1-10) includes DEO, Executive Engineer, and CMO. The Mayor of the city is not listed as a member.
The VMC is responsible for scrutinizing and approving:
Correct Answer: (b) The Annual Report of the Vidyalaya
Explanation: Article 32.2.8 states: "To scrutinize and approve the Annual Report of the Vidyalaya."
In a newly started JNV, who submits the proposal for constituting the first VMC?
Correct Answer: (c) The Principal
Explanation: Article 32.1.4 states: "...the Principal will submit the proposal for the constitution of the Vidyalaya Management Committee through the Regional Officer to the Commissioner for approval."
Members of the VMC continue beyond their 3-year term until:
Correct Answer: (b) The new committee is re-constituted.
Explanation: Article 32.1.4 begins: "Member/office bearers of the VMC will continue beyond the term of 3 terms till the new committee is re-constituted."
One of the functions of the VMC is to assist the Vidyalaya in securing:
Correct Answer: (b) Local assistance and cooperation.
Explanation: Article 32.2.7 states: "To assist the Vidyalaya to secure local assistance and cooperation for its better working and growth."
The VMC exercises general supervision over the proper function of:
Correct Answer: (b) The hostel and catering management.
Explanation: Article 32.2.5 states: "To exercise general supervision over the proper function of hostel, including the catering management by the Vidyalaya itself."
If the District Magistrate's HQ is far from the Vidyalaya, what can he/she do regarding the Chairmanship?
Correct Answer: (b) Nominate a local senior officer in his ex-officio capacity.
Explanation: Article 32.1.1 adds: "In his ex-officio capacity, he may nominate some local senior officer, in case District Magistrate’s Headquarters is located at some distance from the Vidyalaya."
What can the VMC make suggestions for, as per 32.2.6?
Correct Answer: (b) Improvement or reform relating to the Vidyalaya.
Explanation: Article 32.2.6 states: "To make suggestions for any improvement or reform or other procedure relating to the Vidyalaya."
The VMC manages the JNV within the framework of policies set by:
Correct Answer: (b) The Samiti
Explanation: The introductory part of Article 32 says: "Such Committee will manage the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya... within the framework of the policies." The "Samiti" is the body that constitutes the VMC and provides funds.
Which committee does the VMC use to make appointments for Group D and LDC posts?
Correct Answer: (b) Vidyalaya Appointment Committee
Explanation: This is directly stated in Article 32.3.2: "...will be made by the Vidyalaya Management Committee through the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee."
Local non-official members of the VMC are entitled to an honorarium for attending meetings:
Correct Answer: (c) As per NVS norms.
Explanation: The end of Article 32.3.3 states: "...will be entitled for honorarium as per NVS norms."
Who is the competent authority to approve the nomination of the member of the public in the VMC?
Correct Answer: (c) Chairman, NVS
Explanation: Point 6 of the revised composition states: "Member of public (whose nomination is to be approved by the Chairman, NVS who is the competent authority)".
The inclusion of parent representatives in the VMC aims to ensure:
Correct Answer: (a) Responsive participation of parents in day-to-day management.
Explanation: Article 32.3.4 begins: "In order to have responsive participation of parents in the day-to-day management of the Vidyalaya, it has been decided to include two parents representative..."
Who can the VMC Chairman nominate as Chairman of the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee for a meeting?
Correct Answer: (b) Any other member of the VMC.
Explanation: Article 32.3.3 states: "The Chairman may nominate any other member of the Vidyalaya Management Committee as Chairman of the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee in any of its meeting."
