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?

(a) The District Magistrate

(b) The Principal of the Vidyalaya

(c) The Samiti (NVS)

(d) The Commissioner

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?

(a) Once

(b) Twice

(c) Three times

(d) Four times

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?

(a) The Principal

(b) The District Education Officer

(c) The District Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner

(d) A local public member

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?

(a) The District Magistrate

(b) The Vice-Principal

(c) The Principal of the JNV

(d) The Regional Officer

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?

(a) 1 year

(b) 2 years

(c) 3 years

(d) 5 years

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?

(a) No, they cannot be re-nominated.

(b) Yes, they are eligible for re-nomination.

(c) Only the Chairman is eligible.

(d) Only after a gap of one term.

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?

(a) The Principal

(b) The Chairman of the VMC

(c) Any two members

(d) The Regional Officer

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?

(a) To prepare budget estimates for the next financial year.

(b) To make selection of staff for the Vidyalaya on contract basis.

(c) To sanction funds for new JNVs in other districts.

(d) To exercise general supervision over the proper running of the Vidyalaya.

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:

(a) The VMC itself

(b) The District Magistrate

(c) The Samiti

(d) The State Government

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?

(a) Only salaries of teaching staff.

(b) Only non-recurring items like buildings and furniture.

(c) Suggestions for recurring and new items, including non-repairable items like buildings.

(d) Only expenses related to hostel management.

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:

(a) Solely by the Principal.

(b) By the VMC in accordance with the procedure prescribed by the Samiti.

(c) By the Chairman of the VMC alone.

(d) By an external recruitment agency.

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?

(a) He is the Member Secretary of the VMC.

(b) He will be the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee.

(c) He can directly appoint all teaching staff.

(d) He prepares the annual budget.

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?

(a) Only Principal and Vice-Principal

(b) All teaching posts (regular and contract)

(c) Group ‘D’, LDC & adhoc teaching posts

(d) Only non-teaching staff

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?

(a) The District Magistrate of a neighboring district.

(b) Any parent of a student.

(c) Any local subject expert.

(d) The Commissioner of NVS.

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?

(a) 2 persons

(b) 3 persons

(c) 5 persons

(d) Majority of total members

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?

(a) The Principal

(b) The Chairman, NVS

(c) The Chairman, VMC

(d) Parents through an election

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?

(a) District Education Officer

(b) Executive Engineer of State P.W.D. (Building)

(c) Mayor of the city

(d) Chief Medical Officer of the district

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:

(a) The Samiti's Annual Report

(b) The Annual Report of the Vidyalaya

(c) The District Collector's report

(d) The audit report of state finances

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?

(a) The District Magistrate

(b) The Regional Officer

(c) The Principal

(d) The Commissioner

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:

(a) The end of the financial year.

(b) The new committee is re-constituted.

(c) The Principal takes charge.

(d) The Chairman decides to dissolve it.

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:

(a) Funds from international agencies.

(b) Local assistance and cooperation.

(c) Recognition from the CBSE.

(d) Land for expansion from the state government.

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:

(a) Only academic classes.

(b) The hostel and catering management.

(c) Other JNVs in the region.

(d) The District Education Office.

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?

(a) Resign from the post.

(b) Nominate a local senior officer in his ex-officio capacity.

(c) Ask the Principal to act as Chairman.

(d) Delegate it to the DEO.

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?

(a) Changes in national education policy.

(b) Improvement or reform relating to the Vidyalaya.

(c) Posting of IAS officers in the district.

(d) Allocation of funds to other schools.

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:

(a) The State Government

(b) The Samiti

(c) The District Magistrate

(d) The Ministry of Education

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?

(a) Finance Committee

(b) Vidyalaya Appointment Committee

(c) Discipline Committee

(d) Executive Committee

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:

(a) As per State Government norms.

(b) As per the discretion of the Chairman.

(c) As per NVS norms.

(d) They are not entitled to any honorarium.

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?

(a) Chairman, VMC

(b) Principal

(c) Chairman, NVS

(d) Regional Officer

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:

(a) Responsive participation of parents in day-to-day management.

(b) Parents handle the financial matters.

(c) Parents can appoint teachers.

(d) Parents oversee the construction work.

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?

(a) Any local subject expert.

(b) Any other member of the VMC.

(c) The Principal.

(d) The District Education Officer.

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."

MCQs based on Chapter IV: Vidyalaya Management Committee (VMC) of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya guidelines.

Use these questions for self-assessment and revision.

CHAPTER IV

VIDYALAYA MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Article: 32

For proper running of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and for day-to-day management, a Vidyalaya Management Committee (VMC)^28,29 is constituted by the Samiti. Such Committee will manage the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya with funds provided by the Samiti within the framework of the policies. The Vidyalaya Management Committee shall meet at least 3 times in a year and special meetings may be called by the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Management Committee as and when necessary.

32.1. Tenure of the Vidyalaya Management Committee

32.1.1.

The Chairman of a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya will be the District Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner of the District. 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.

32.1.2.

The Principal of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya will be the Member Secretary.

32.1.3.

The tenure of the office of the members of the Vidyalaya Management Committee of a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya shall be 3 years but they will be eligible for re-nomination.

32.1.4.

Member/office bearers of the VMC will continue beyond the term of 3 years till the new committee is re-constituted. For a Committee of a newly started school for a limited period till a regular committee is constituted, the Principal will submit the proposal for the constitution of the Vidyalaya Management Committee through the Regional Officer to the Commissioner for approval.

32.2. Functions/Powers of the Vidyalaya Management Committee

32.2.1.

To exercise control over expenditure in respect of the funds raised by the Samiti for the Vidyalaya and all other rules in the manner laid down by the Samiti. This specifically implies proper custody of funds, due control over expenditure and ensuring of payment to proper persons and parties of correct amount and proper maintenance of accounts.

32.2.2.

To prepare budget estimates for the next financial year and send suggestions for recurring of new items and expenditure with the justification thereafter. This will include non-repairable items such as buildings, sub-recurring, furniture and equipment, etc.

32.2.3.

To make selection of staff for the Vidyalaya on contract basis and in accordance with the procedure prescribed by the Samiti.

32.2.4.

To exercise general supervision over the proper running and functioning of Vidyalaya including maintenance of discipline among students as well as members of staff.

32.2.5.

To exercise general supervision over the proper function of hostel, including the catering management by the Vidyalaya itself.

32.2.6.

To make suggestions for any improvement or reform or other procedure relating to the Vidyalaya.

32.2.7.

To assist the Vidyalaya to secure local assistance and cooperation for its better working and growth.

32.2.8.

To scrutinize and approve the Annual Report of the Vidyalaya.

32.3. Powers of the VMC Chairman

32.3.1.

He will be the Chairman of the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee and Principal will be ex-officio Member Secretary.

32.3.2.

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.

32.3.3.

The Vidyalaya Appointment Committee may co-opt any local subject expert in case some teaching and non-teaching staff are required on contract basis. 3 persons shall form the quorum. The Chairman may nominate any other member of the Vidyalaya Management Committee as Chairman of the Vidyalaya Appointment Committee in any of its meeting. Local non official members of Vidyalaya Management Committee or its sub-committee whenever required to attend official meeting, convened by the Chairman and will be entitled for honorarium as per NVS norms.

32.3.4.

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 (one male, and one female) in the Vidyalaya Management Committee. The revised composition of Vidyalaya Management Committee will be as follows:

• 1. Chairman: District Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner
• 2. Member: District Education Officer
• 3. Member: Executive Engineer of State P.W.D. (Building)
• 4. Member: Principal of some local college or a Senior Secondary School preferably a residential school.
• 5. Member: Vice Principal/Senior most teacher of the Vidyalaya
• 6. Member: Member of public (whose nomination is to be approved by the Chairman, NVS who is the competent authority)
• 7. Member: Chief Medical Officer of the district
• 8-9. Member: Two representatives from parents (One male and one female to be nominated by Chairman, VMC)
• 10. Member Secretary: Principal, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya.

Source: Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti Guidelines. Footnotes 28,29 refer to relevant official resolutions/orders.

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Article 31: Officiating Arrangement During the Absence of the Principal

This article outlines the procedures for managing the Principal's responsibilities during periods of absence.

31.1. When the vacancy is of less than two month's duration:

During the absence of the Principal from the Vidyalaya, whether on account of illness or otherwise, the Senior Most PGT or teacher of that Vidyalaya shall take over charge of the duties of the Principal, provided that there is no Vice Principal posted in that Vidyalaya.

• The teacher so appointed will be in charge of routine duties of the Principal in addition to his own.
• No charge allowance will be admissible for such officiating arrangement.
• Intimation shall be sent to the Regional Office about the arrangements made.

31.2. When the Vacancy is of more than two months' duration:

In case of vacancies exceeding two months, the person to be appointed will hold current charge of the duties of the post of Principal.

Such arrangement shall be made by the Deputy Commissioner of the Region.

31.2.1.

A Post–Graduate Teacher promoted as Vice Principal and posted simultaneously as In-charge Principal may be given the option either to draw:

• The pay of the post of Vice Principal, OR
• The pay and allowance of Post Graduate Teacher

The option will be exercised within one month of this appointment as in-charge Principal.

31.2.2.

If a Vice Principal is appointed as in-charge Principal of the School in which he is already working as Vice Principal, in the absence of Principal:

• He may not be allowed to draw the charge allowance in addition to his pay as Vice Principal
• Provided that the post of Vice Principal held by him is not filled.

31.2.3.

Where a Vice Principal is transferred as in-charge Principal to some other school:

He would continue to draw the pay of the Vice Principal only.

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Note: This article specifies the administrative and financial arrangements for officiating positions during the Principal's absence.

MCQs on Article 31: Officiating Arrangements During Principal's Absence

Test your understanding of the rules governing officiating arrangements in a Vidyalaya when the Principal is absent. The following questions are based on Article 31 which covers procedures for both short-term (less than 2 months) and long-term (more than 2 months) absences.

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1. For a Principal's absence of less than two months, who should take charge if there is no Vice Principal?

A. A teacher appointed by the Regional Office

B. The Senior Most PGT or teacher of that Vidyalaya

C. The Deputy Commissioner of the Region

D. A teacher from a neighboring Vidyalaya

Correct Answer: B. The Senior Most PGT or teacher of that Vidyalaya

According to Article 31.1, during the absence of the Principal for less than two months, the Senior Most PGT or teacher takes charge when there is no Vice Principal.

2. For a vacancy exceeding two months, who makes the officiating arrangement?

A. The Senior Most Teacher

B. The Regional Office

C. The Deputy Commissioner of the Region

D. The School Management Committee

Correct Answer: C. The Deputy Commissioner of the Region

Article 31.2 states that for vacancies exceeding two months, the arrangement shall be made by the Deputy Commissioner of the Region.

3. What is the duration threshold that determines different officiating procedures?

A. One month

B. Two months

C. Three months

D. Six months

Correct Answer: B. Two months

The article distinguishes between vacancies of less than two months (31.1) and more than two months (31.2).

4. For a short-term absence (less than 2 months), what must be done regarding the Regional Office?

A. Prior permission must be obtained

B. No intimation is required

C. Intimation shall be sent about the arrangements made

D. Approval must be sought within one week

Correct Answer: C. Intimation shall be sent about the arrangements made

Article 31.1 specifies that intimation shall be sent to the Regional Office about the arrangements made for short-term absences.

5. What additional responsibilities does a teacher have when taking charge during a short-term absence?

A. Only the duties of the Principal

B. Routine duties of the Principal in addition to his own

C. No additional responsibilities

D. Only administrative duties

Correct Answer: B. Routine duties of the Principal in addition to his own

According to Article 31.1, the teacher appointed will be in charge of routine duties of the Principal in addition to his own.

6. Is charge allowance admissible for officiating arrangements during short-term absences?

A. Yes, always

B. No, never

C. Only if the absence exceeds one month

D. Only with special permission

Correct Answer: B. No, never

Article 31.1 clearly states: "No charge allowance will be admissible for such officiating arrangement" for short-term absences.

7. According to Article 31.2.1, when must a PGT promoted as Vice Principal and posted as In-charge Principal exercise their pay option?

A. Within one week

B. Within one month

C. Within three months

D. At the time of next salary payment

Correct Answer: B. Within one month

Article 31.2.1 specifies that the option will be exercised within one month of appointment as in-charge Principal.

8. What pay options does a PGT promoted as Vice Principal and posted simultaneously as In-charge Principal have?

A. Pay of Principal or pay of Vice Principal

B. Pay of Vice Principal or pay and allowance of PGT

C. Pay of Principal plus charge allowance

D. Pay of PGT plus special allowance

Correct Answer: B. Pay of Vice Principal or pay and allowance of PGT

Article 31.2.1 states they may choose either the pay of the post of Vice Principal or the pay and allowance of Post Graduate Teacher.

9. When a Vice Principal is appointed as in-charge Principal in the same school, what is the rule regarding charge allowance?

A. He may draw charge allowance in addition to his pay

B. He may not be allowed to draw charge allowance in addition to his pay

C. He gets 50% of the charge allowance

D. He gets full charge allowance if the Vice Principal post is filled

Correct Answer: B. He may not be allowed to draw charge allowance in addition to his pay

According to Article 31.2.2, a Vice Principal appointed as in-charge Principal in the same school may not draw charge allowance provided the Vice Principal post is not filled.

10. When a Vice Principal is transferred as in-charge Principal to another school, what pay would he draw?

A. Pay of the Principal

B. Pay of the Vice Principal only

C. Pay of PGT

D. Pay of Principal minus charge allowance

Correct Answer: B. Pay of the Vice Principal only

Article 31.2.3 states that where a Vice Principal is transferred as in-charge Principal to some other school, he would continue to draw the pay of the Vice Principal only.

11. What condition applies regarding charge allowance for a Vice Principal acting as in-charge Principal in the same school?

A. It is allowed only if the absence exceeds three months

B. It is not allowed if the post of Vice Principal held by him is not filled

C. It is always allowed

D. It is allowed at 50% rate

Correct Answer: B. It is not allowed if the post of Vice Principal held by him is not filled

Article 31.2.2 specifies that charge allowance is not allowed "provided that the post of Vice Principal held by him is not filled."

12. In which scenario does the Senior Most PGT or teacher NOT take charge during the Principal's absence?

A. When the absence is due to illness

B. When there is a Vice Principal posted in that Vidyalaya

C. When the absence is less than two months

D. When the Regional Office is informed

Correct Answer: B. When there is a Vice Principal posted in that Vidyalaya

Article 31.1 states the Senior Most PGT or teacher takes charge "provided that there is no Vice Principal posted in that Vidyalaya."

13. For a vacancy of more than two months, what does the appointed person hold?

A. Temporary charge

B. Current charge of the duties of the post of Principal

C. Additional charge without responsibility

D. Partial charge of administrative duties only

Correct Answer: B. Current charge of the duties of the post of Principal

Article 31.2 states that in case of vacancies exceeding two months, the person appointed will hold "current charge of the duties of the post of Principal."

14. What does Article 31.1 specify about the reasons for the Principal's absence?

A. It only applies to illness

B. It applies whether on account of illness or otherwise

C. It only applies to approved leave

D. It applies only to training-related absences

Correct Answer: B. It applies whether on account of illness or otherwise

Article 31.1 states: "During the absence of the Principal from the Vidyalaya, whether on account of illness or otherwise..."

15. Which article specifically deals with a PGT promoted as Vice Principal and posted simultaneously as In-charge Principal?

A. Article 31.1

B. Article 31.2

C. Article 31.2.1

D. Article 31.2.3

Correct Answer: C. Article 31.2.1

Article 31.2.1 specifically addresses the situation of "A Post–Graduate Teacher promoted as Vice Principal and posted simultaneously as In-charge Principal."

16. In a long-term vacancy (more than 2 months), who holds the authority to make officiating arrangements?

A. The school's senior teacher

B. The Regional Office directly

C. The Deputy Commissioner of the Region

D. The Principal before leaving

Correct Answer: C. The Deputy Commissioner of the Region

Article 31.2 clearly states: "Such arrangement shall be made by the Deputy Commissioner of the Region."

17. What is the key difference between short-term and long-term officiating arrangements regarding remuneration?

A. Short-term allows charge allowance, long-term does not

B. Both allow charge allowance

C. Short-term does not allow charge allowance, long-term may have specific pay options

D. Neither allows any additional remuneration

Correct Answer: C. Short-term does not allow charge allowance, long-term may have specific pay options

Article 31.1 states no charge allowance for short-term, while 31.2.1 and 31.2.2 discuss specific pay options for long-term arrangements.

18. Which of the following scenarios would be covered under Article 31.2.3?

A. A PGT taking charge in the same school

B. A Vice Principal appointed as in-charge in a different school

C. A teacher from another school taking charge

D. A Vice Principal acting as in-charge in the same school

Correct Answer: B. A Vice Principal appointed as in-charge in a different school

Article 31.2.3 specifically addresses "Where a Vice Principal is transferred as in-charge Principal to some other school."

19. What is the primary purpose of sending intimation to the Regional Office for short-term arrangements?

A. To seek approval

B. To request additional funds

C. For information/record purposes

D. To get permission for charge allowance

Correct Answer: C. For information/record purposes

The article states "intimation shall be sent to the Regional Office about the arrangements made" - this is for notification, not for approval since the arrangement is already determined by the rules.

20. Which article/sub-article specifically mentions that the teacher taking charge during short-term absence continues with their own duties?

A. Article 31.2

B. Article 31.2.1

C. Article 31.1

D. Article 31.2.3

Correct Answer: C. Article 31.1

Article 31.1 states: "The teacher so appointed will be in charge of routine duties of the Principal in addition to his own."

Based on Article 31: Officiating arrangement during the absence of the Principal

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Laboratory Attendant Duties - MCQ Quiz

This quiz is based on Article 30 which outlines the duties of a Laboratory Attendant in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya. Test your knowledge with these 20 multiple-choice questions. Each question has one correct answer based on the provided text.

1 According to Article 30.1, what is the Laboratory Attendant's duty regarding the laboratory furniture?

Polishing and painting

Dusting

Minor repairs

Carrying to classroom

Correct Answer: B. Dusting
Explanation: According to Article 30.1, the duty includes "Cleaning of laboratory and dusting of its furniture."

2 Which article specifically mentions the maintenance of Botanical Garden and Aquarium?

Article 30.2

Article 30.3

Article 30.4

Article 30.5

Correct Answer: B. Article 30.3
Explanation: Article 30.3 states: "Maintenance of Botanical Garden, Aquarium, etc. in the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya."

3 According to Article 30.4, how should the Laboratory Attendant clean, set and arrange apparatus in the laboratory?

Independently

Under the guidance of the principal

Under the guidance of concerned teacher

With other attendants

Correct Answer: C. Under the guidance of concerned teacher
Explanation: Article 30.4 specifies "under the guidance of concerned teacher."

4 What duty is mentioned in Article 30.5?

Cleaning apparatus

Carrying apparatus to classroom

Purchasing new apparatus

Teaching students

Correct Answer: B. Carrying apparatus to classroom
Explanation: Article 30.5 states: "Carrying the apparatus to classroom as required by the concerned teacher."

5 According to Article 30.6, what kind of repairs is the Laboratory Attendant responsible for?

Major repairs

Electrical repairs

Plumbing repairs

Minor repairs

Correct Answer: D. Minor repairs
Explanation: Article 30.6 specifically mentions "Minor repairs of apparatus."

6 What is the duty mentioned in Article 30.7?

Collecting material for practical work

Collecting fees from students

Collecting examination papers

Collecting leaves for herbarium

Correct Answer: A. Collecting material for practical work
Explanation: Article 30.7 states: "Collecting material for practical work."

7 According to Article 30.8, who directs the Laboratory Attendant for making local purchases for the Vidyalaya laboratory?

Principal

Concerned authority

Laboratory in-charge

Students

Correct Answer: B. Concerned authority
Explanation: Article 30.8 states: "Making local purchases for Vidyalaya laboratory as directed by the concerned authority."

8 What does Article 30.9 require the Laboratory Attendant to maintain?

Lab Logbook

Proper stock registers of the laboratory

Student attendance register

Purchase vouchers

Correct Answer: B. Proper stock registers of the laboratory
Explanation: Article 30.9 specifically mentions "Maintenance of proper stock registers of the laboratory."

9 According to Article 30.10, who should be informed about any accidental damage or loss of apparatus?

Principal

In charge of the laboratory

Concerned teacher

Administrative office

Correct Answer: B. In charge of the laboratory
Explanation: Article 30.10 states: "Reporting of any accidental damage or loss of apparatus to the in charge of the laboratory."

10 What does Article 30.11 mention about functions and exhibitions?

Organizing them independently

Making arrangements under guidance of concerned in charge

Funding them

Teaching students about them

Correct Answer: B. Making arrangements under guidance of concerned in charge
Explanation: Article 30.11 states: "Making arrangements for the functions exhibitions, etc. organized in the Vidyalaya under the guidance of the concerned in charge."

11 According to Article 30.12, when does the Laboratory Attendant assist the examination in-charge?

During practical exams only

During theory exams only

During examination days

During internal assessment

Correct Answer: C. During examination days
Explanation: Article 30.12 states: "Assisting examination in-charge in the Vidyalaya during examination days."

12 What does Article 30.13 require the Laboratory Attendant to maintain and update?

Stock register

Lab Logbook

Purchase register

Attendance register

Correct Answer: B. Lab Logbook
Explanation: Article 30.13 specifically mentions "Maintenance and updating of Lab Logbook."

13 According to Article 30.14, who can assign additional work to the Laboratory Attendant?

Any teacher

Principal of the Vidyalaya

Laboratory in-charge

Administrative officer

Correct Answer: B. Principal of the Vidyalaya
Explanation: Article 30.14 states: "Any other work assigned by the Principal of the Vidyalaya."

14 According to Article 30.15, where is the Laboratory Attendant attached when laboratories are closed or there is no work?

Library

Classroom

Administrative Office

Staff room

Correct Answer: C. Administrative Office
Explanation: Article 30.15 states: "the Laboratory Attendant will be attached with the Administrative Office of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya."

15 Which article mentions polishing and painting of laboratory furniture?

Article 30.1

Article 30.2

Article 30.3

Article 30.4

Correct Answer: B. Article 30.2
Explanation: Article 30.2 states: "Maintenance of laboratory furniture including its polishing and painting."

16 According to Article 30, which of these is NOT a duty of the Laboratory Attendant?

Teaching laboratory techniques to students

Maintenance of proper stock registers

Collecting material for practical work

Minor repairs of apparatus

Correct Answer: A. Teaching laboratory techniques to students
Explanation: Nowhere in Article 30 is the Laboratory Attendant assigned teaching duties. Their role is supportive and administrative.

17 What is the purpose of attaching the Laboratory Attendant to the Administrative Office when labs are closed (Article 30.15)?

To teach them administrative work

To utilize their services for miscellaneous work

To give them a break from lab work

To prepare them for promotion

Correct Answer: B. To utilize their services for miscellaneous work
Explanation: Article 30.15 states this is done "so that their services can be utilized for miscellaneous work of the Vidyalaya."

18 Which two articles mention working under guidance?

Articles 30.4 and 30.11

Articles 30.5 and 30.12

Articles 30.7 and 30.9

Articles 30.8 and 30.10

Correct Answer: A. Articles 30.4 and 30.11
Explanation: Article 30.4 mentions "under the guidance of concerned teacher" and Article 30.11 mentions "under the guidance of the concerned in charge."

19 According to Article 30, which duty involves both maintenance and updating?

Maintenance of laboratory furniture

Maintenance of proper stock registers

Maintenance and updating of Lab Logbook

Maintenance of Botanical Garden

Correct Answer: C. Maintenance and updating of Lab Logbook
Explanation: Article 30.13 specifically mentions both "Maintenance and updating of Lab Logbook."

20 Which article gives the Principal authority to assign any other work to the Laboratory Attendant?

Article 30.13

Article 30.14

Article 30.15

Article 30.12

Correct Answer: B. Article 30.14
Explanation: Article 30.14 states: "Any other work assigned by the Principal of the Vidyalaya."

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