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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR IAS/ HAS OFFICERS OF HIMACHAL

PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-1 (CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURES)

Time Allowed:3 Hours. Maximum Marks: 100

Note:-

1. Attempt any five questions. Atleast one from each part.2. All question carry equal marks.3. Relevant provision of law must be quoted in support of answers.

PART-1

Q.No.1 Define and explain the following:

(a) Movable property.(b) unlawful assembly.

Document.(d) Voluntarily.

(e) Valuable security (5 x 4= 20 marks)

Q.No.2 a) What is wrongful confinement? State atleast two examples of wrongful

Confinement.

b) Distinguish between wrongful restraint and wrongful confinement.

(10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.3 Define and explain Mischief. What offence is committed, when damage isCaused to an irrigation scheme by wrongfully diverting water? (20 marks)

PART-II

Q.No.4 a) What are the requirements of law for recording the statement of an accused inA criminal case? (15 marks)

b) Whether an accused can be a competent witness? (5 marks)

Q.No.5 Define and explain the following:-(a) Bailable offence

(b) Cognizable offence Complaint(d) Investigation

(e) Offence (5 x 4 = 20 marks)

Q.No.6 Discuss the detailed procedure for initiating proceedings for keeping peace andGood behaviour. When can an order to give security be passed? (20 marks)


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PART-III

Q.No.7 Define and explain the following:-

(a) Fact(b) Evidence

Proved

(d) May presume

(e) Conclusive proof (5 x 4= 20 marks)

Q.No.8 a) Distinguish between Primary evidence and Secondary evidence.

b) In what cases, the secondary evidence relating to a document may be issued?

(10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.9 a) State about the different parts of the statement of a witness.

(b) In what circumstances, a party can cross examine his own witness?

(10 x 2= 20 marks)

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION

DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR IAS/ HAS OFFICERS OF HIMACHAL

PRADESH SESSION, OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-2 (CRIMINAL CASE)

Time Allowed: 3 Hours. Maximum Marks: 100

Note:- 1. Attempt both the questions.

2) Questions carry the marks indicated against them.

Q.No.1 During the year 2011 Pritam Singh the complainant, was running a licenced

Restaurant L-2 in thei premises situated at Khalini right below the liquor vend.

People used to consume alcohol in these premises. At about 6.15 P.M., accused

Nearinder @ Sonu came there. He conosumed liquor and after sometime left

the Premises. At about 8.30 P.M., he returned with his accomplices. All of themconsumed liquor in the premises. At that time Narinder @ Sonu questioned the

complainant as to why he had not permitted him to consume liquor in thepremises on the previous day. Hardly had the complainant retorted by saying

that there was no vacant place in the premises and at this, aforesaid, Narinder

Picked up an empty bottle of beer and struck a blow therewith on his head, andAs a result thereofo the blood starting oozing out from his head. His

Accomplices had also joined Narinder in giving severe beating to the

Complainant. After the assault the accused left the premises leaving behind the

Complainant. He was taken to the I.G.M.C. Shimla by his son & wife forMedical treatment. On receipt of the information about the incident, S.I.

Rameshwar Sharma went to the hospital & recorded the statement of theComplainant. A report was made in the daily dairy register of PS East Shimla &The matter was left pending for the receipt of the final opinion of the

Radiologist, which was received on 12/ 09/2007 & a formal F.I.R. under

Section 323, 325 read with Section 34 was registered at the police station East

Shimla. The investigation was conducted by ASI Prem Lal who prepared theSide plan, took into possession the blood stained shirt of the complainant, the

Bottle of beer & a copy of excise license pertaining to premises vide seizureMemos, obtained the MLC including the opinion of the radiologist, recorded the

Statements of the necessary witnesses. The identity of the remaining accusedWas also established & thereafter formally arrested them for offences. After

Completion of the investigation the challan was put in the court against theAccused person for the commission of the offences punishable under section323, 325 read with section 34 IPC in the Court. The learned court of the Judicial

Magistrate Shimla framed the charges against all the accused. The accused

Pleaded not guilty to the charges so framed & the prosecution examined 9 PWs

& recorded the statements under Sections 313 Cr.P.C. ( case file added)


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a) On the basis of the aforesaid evidences, write a judgement duly supported byReasons for the findings? (40 marks)

b) State whether the charges framed against all the 3 accused are properly framed ornot? Justify. (10 marks)

Q.No.2 a) On the basis of complaint made by one Shankar Das at P.S. Nadaun,

Hamirpur (B-1), enquiry was conducted and thereafter, police presented theKalandra (B-2), the report of enquiry along with the enquiry papers (B-3 to B-

12) before the S.D.M. Nadaun, Hamirpur u/s 107/150 Cr.P.C. against Madan

Lal, Jitender Kumar, Nika Ram and Paras Ram for taking action against them

In accordance with the Law. On the basis of record, as above, draw a noticeUnder section 111 Cr.P.C. against Madan Lal, Jitender Kumar, Nek Ram and

Paras Ram (15 marks)

b) On the basis of the above record of the Police Ld.SDM issued show cause

notice as per reply B-8. Thereafter, SDM recorded the statements, B-9 to B-12,

Write the reasoned order on the basis of the statements recorded and theMaterial on record. (25 marks)

c) Whether there is any statutory period during which the enquiry is to be

completed by the Executive Magistrate in a case u/s 107/150 Cr.P.C.? If also,what is statutory period. Whether this period can be extended and if so, under

what circumstances? (10 marks)

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR IAS/ HAS OFFICERS OF

HIMACHALL PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-3 (REVENUE LAW & PROCEDDURE)


Note:- 1. Attempt any 5 questions however, Question No.1 is compulsory.

2. Please quote relevant provisions of the Acts, Rules, Manuals Schemes or

Standing Orders alongwith your answer.

3. Use of Bare Acts, Rules Manuals, Schemes or Standing Orders is allowed.

Q.No.1 Who can apply for partition, what is the procedure and who is competent to

Decide questions as to title, determine mode of partition, issue instrument of

Partition and affirm private partition under the H.P. Land Revenue Act, 1954?

(5 x 4= 20 marks)

Q.No.2 Describe the provisions of Appeal, Review, Revision and the procedurePrescribed for disposing them under the H.P. Land Revenue Act, 1954?

(10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.3 Which type of land and transfers are exempted from the provisions of the H.P.

Ceiling on Land Holding Act, 1972? What are the principles for determination

And payment of compensation under the above Act? (10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.4 What is the Jurisdiction and procedure prescribed for disposal of cases under

The H.P. Tenancy & Land Reforms Act, 1972? What type of cases can beEntertained by the Revenue Officers as Revenue Courts under the above Act?

(10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.5 What procedure has been prescribed for collection of land revenue and sale of

Immovable property under the H.P. Land Revenue Act, 1954?

(10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.6 What powers are exercised by the Collector and what returns are required to be

Field under the provisions of the H.P. ceiling on land Holdings Rules, 1973?

(10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.7 What procedure was prescribed under the H.P. big Landed Estates & LandReforms Act, 1954 for determination of surplus area and payment of

Compensation? (10 x 2= 20 marks)Q.No.8 What are the main provisions of the Punjab Land Revenue Act, 1887? and

What are the main differences between it and the H.P. Land Revenue Act,1954? (10 x 2= 20 marks)

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR IAS/ HAS OFFICERS OF HIMACHAL


PAPER-5 (REVENUE CASE)


Note:- 1. Attempt all the questions- Marks are given at the end of each question

2. Credit will be given for citing relevant provisions of Law/ Rules.

Q.No.1 Sh.Suresh Kumar S/o Sh.Narinder Kumar, who has purchased the entire share

Of Sh.Kanshi Ram S/o Sh.Babu Ram out of the Khata/ Khatauni No. 108/278

Kita 17 measuring 26-17, as entered in Jamabandi for the year 2005-06 of

Revenue village Kothi Mandalgarh Tehsil and District Kullu, field an

Application u/s 123 of H.P. Land Revenue Act, 1954 for the partition of theAforesaid land. Sh.Kirpa Ram and Bansi Lal brothers of Sh.Kanshi Ram seller

Raised the question of title on the ground that there was a private partitionBetween the parties. The other ground to resist the partition was that both the

Brothers had developed the land by way of planting apple orchard and hence

Claimed that settlement of account must precede the partition.The AC Ist GradeKullu accepted the plea of the respondents and asked Sh.Suresh Kumar to file a

Petition before him as he had decided to proceed as Civil Court. Sh.Suresh

Kumar petition placed reliance of his pleadings on the grounds that possession

Of one co- sharer is possession of all . He further asserted that since no effectHad been given to the private partition, if any, and enteries of revenue record

Which carry presumption of truth made no mention of such partition. HeFurther claimed that both the defendants in the petition had taken the benefitsOf the land of their brother Shri Suresh Kumar who remained out of village for

His job. The defendants re-iterated their stand as taken in thei partition

Application and claimed that they had informed the Patwari concerned

Regardingi the private partition. They also stated that there was every likehoodThat the revenue functionaries hardly take cognizance of spot position and

Arbitrarily insert enteries without informing the parties. They also cited theCase titled as Baleshwar Tiwari (dead0 by LRs & other V. Sheo Jatan Tiwari

And others and others, 1997) 5 SCC 112 wherein the Honble Supreme CourtHad held:

Enteries in Revenue Record is the paradise of Patwari and the tiller of theSoil is rarely concerned with the same, so long as his possession andEnjoyment is not interdicted by due process and in course of law, he is

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1. In View of the above facts and some hints on pleading of the parties, write a

Judgement as AC Ist Grade exercising the powers of Civil Court to decide theQuestion of title. (45 marks)

2. Write order sheets of the day of the proceedings. (15 marks)

Q.No.2 The land comprised in Khasra No.2621/1656, 2622/1656 and 2671/2234 Kita 3

Measuring 6 bigha 7 bishwa situated in village Bhatian, Pargana Plassi, Tehsil

Nalagarh District Solan is owned by the State of Himachal Pradesh which hasBeen encroached upon by Shri Ram Lal S/o Roshan Lal of village Plassi. The

Patwari reported to the AC Ist Grade Nalagarh about this encroachment hence

Notice under section 163 of Land Revenue Act was issued against him asking

Shri Ram Lal as to why he may not be proceeded under section 163. Sh.RamLal appeared before the AC Ist Grade on the appointed day and submitted a

Written reply to the notice stating therein that his possession over the land in

Question was since his forefathers time. On this ground he took the plea thatHe has become the owner of the land in question by way of adverse

Possession. The statement of Patwari concerned was recorded on behalf of the

State. He stated that while conducting the Girdawari for the Kharif crop heFound Shri Ram Lal to be in unauthorized possession of land in question by

Sowing maize crop over it. During the proceedings, of the case Sh.Ram Lal

Produced two witnesses in his favour. Both of them in their examination in

Chief stated that the possession of the respondent is long standing. However, inCross examination they were evasive of the duration of encroachment.

Moreover, their age being less than 35 years of age they could not authenticate

The possession beyond 30 years.

1. On the basis of above facts of the case write a detailed order for the ejectment

Of the encroacher from the land in question. (30 marks)

2. How the Revenue Officer will proceed if after the execution of warrant of

Ejectment Shri Ram Lal re- encroaches the same land? (10 marks)

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR HAS OFFICERS OF HIMACHAL


PAPER-6 (GENERAL ADMINISTRATION)Time Allowed: 3 Hours. Maximum Marks: 100

Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions in not more than 400 words

2. All questions carry equal marks.

3. The 3rd

Edition of Office Manual and the HP Public Services Guarantee

Act, 2011 are allowed in the examination

Q.No.1 How will the enactment of the HP Public Services Guarantee Act, 2011 help in

Timely delivery of Public Services? What are the prerequisites for its effective

Implementation?

Q.No.II Has the Right to Information Act made any impact for the better on the way

The Government functions? Critically examine the implementation of the actIn the state.

Q.No.III What are the key initiatives undertaken by the Government of HP inRedressing public grievances? Is this an area of concern and if it is what more

Can be done?

Q.No.IV How have the institutions of District Collector/ Sub Divisional MagistrateEvolved over the years? Are they equipped to meet the challenges and

Requirement of the times?

Q.No.V What are the five important thrust areas in the Office Manual for bringing

Transparency and efficiency in the administration?

Q.No.VI What should the state focus on in the 12th

Five Year Plan? Examine in lightOf the challenges the State faces.

Q.No.VII Has devolution of power to urban local bodies and the panchayat Raj

Institutions been done in the right earnest? What are the implements forDevolution? Please examine with examples.

Q.No.VIII What are the initiatives taken for ushering e- Governance? Is this anImportant initiative and what more needs to be done? Please examine in the

Context of service delivery and responsive administrative administration

With at least 5 examples.

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PAPER-7 (PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT)


Note:- Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

Q.No.1 The year 2011-12 is the terminal year of the 11th

five year Plan (2007-12).

What priorities you would suggest in the 12th

Five year Plan Period to achieveThe growth of more than 9 percent?

Q.No.2 The Population of Himachal Pradesh as per 2011 census is 68,56,509 and

Growth rate in 2011 census dropped to 12.81 from 17.54 (2001 census). Do

You think that drop in growth rate in a decade is justified, if so reason thereof.Also Examine this issue in the benefit the state.

Q.No.3 The Area under agriculture crops has come to the optimum level what

Improved practices be used to get the maximum production, elaborate with

Some examples?

Q.No.4 There was a global recession in the recent past. Now it seems that this

Meltdown has occurred again. Will this effect Indian economy as the earlier

Recession has not affected the Indian economy? Elaborate the issue.

Q.No.5 What are the roles of Planning Commission and Finance Commission? HowAre two different to each other and what are the modes of funding to theStates?

Q.No.6 How the PPP model could be beneficial to the state for achieving the inclusive

Growth? Give illustrations in some of the sectors.

Q.No.7 Does withdrawal of industrial package to the State has affected the industrialGrowth, if so what steps do you suggests to increase the industrial base?

Elaborate.

Q.No.8 Write short notes on any four?(i) National Horticulture Mission.(ii) National Rural Health Mission (NRHM).

(iii) Jawahar Lal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission ( JNNURM)

(iv) Mid Day Meal

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PAPER-8 (CONSTITUTION AND CIVIL LAW)


Note:- 1. Attempt Five questions. Question No.3 is compulsory.


3. Bare Acts/ Rules are allowed in the examination hall.

4. Minimum two questions are to be attempted from each section.

PART-I

Q.No.1 a) What is the importance of the Right to Constitutional Remedies?

b) What is the procedure for amendment of the Constitution? Is the power ofParliament to amend the Constitution absolute?

Q.No.2 a) Discuss the special provisions relating to certain classes under the Constitution

Of India.

b) Discuss the powers of the President under the Constitution?Q.No.3 Write brief notes on at least 5 of the following:-

a) Doctrine of basic features of the Constitution.

b) Emergency provisions under the Constitution.c) Directive Principles of State policy.

d) Comptroller and Auditor General of India.e) Legislative elations between the Union and the States.f) Languages under the Constitution of India.

g) Right to Equality under the Constitution of India.

h) State Election Commission.

i) Citizenship.j) Writ of Quo Warranto

PART-II

Q.No.4 What are essential requirements of a valid contract? What are void and Voidable contracts? Who is competent to enter into a contract and what

Contracts cannot be specifically enforced?

Q.No.5 a) What do you understand by democraticdecentralisation? How does

Constitution of India deal with the subject?

b) What are corrupt practices and electoral offences under the

representation of Peoples Act?


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Q.No.6 Write short notes on any 4 of the following:-

a) Permanent injunction.b) Mortgagec) Fraud and Coerciond)

Memorandum of Associatione) Abatement of suit.

f) Actionable claimg) Caveat Emptorh) Forteiture of shares

Q.No.7 Write short notes on any 4 of the following:-

a) Mehr (Dower)b) Natural guardianc)

Succession under Hindu Lawd) Cruelty as a ground for divorce

e) Maintenance under Mohammedan Lawf) Grounds of divorce under Hindu Marriage Actg) Restitution of conjugal rights.h) Divorce under Mohammedan Law.

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR IAS/ HAS OFFICERS OF

HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-9 (CIVIL SERVICES, TREASURIES AND FINANCIAL RULES )


Notes:- 1. Attempt any Five questions.


3. Attempt all parts of a question in consecutive order.

4. Only Bare Acts/ Rules/ Approved reference books are allowed.

5. Quote Rule(s) in support of your answer where necessary.

Q.No.1 Budget is a tool of financial control In the light of this statement explain in

Detailed the control exercised in following stages:-a) Pre- budget control by State Legislature.b) Post- budget control by state Legislature. (10+10= 20 marks)

Q.No.2 a) Enumerate the period that count for increment in a time scale.

b) What steps and precautions should be taken by Head of Office for disposal ofunserviceable store stock articles? Explain. (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.3 a) Canons of financial propriety are the foundation of financial discipline in

Government office Justify the statement highlighting the principles ofFinancial discipline.

b) Discuss in detail the principles and procedure adopted by the District Collectorfor inspection of treasuries? (10+ 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.4 a) Explain the role and functions of an Inquiry Officer in Departmental

Disciplinary Proceedings.

b) What are different minor and major penalties prescribed under CCS (CCA)Rules, 1965? (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.5 a) What are different duties of Vigilance Officer of Department? How far do you

Think it is effective in checking corruption in public offices?b) Explain briefly the functions of a Supervisory Officer as (i) Manager (ii)

Guide, and (iii) Staff Officer. (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.6 What conditions govern sanction of leave to a government servant? Elaborate

In detail three kinds of leave that carry half- pay leave salary.

(5+ 15=20 marks)


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Q.No.7 Explain the rule and terms and conditions governing grant of Daily Allowance

To H.P. government servant for performing duties in public interest beyond a

Radius of 8 kilometers from his headquarters under different circumstances.

(5 + 15= 20 marks)

Q.No.8 Calculate from the following information (i) Pension (ii) Family Pension (iii)DCRG (iv) Leave Encashment and (v) Commutation of Pension, in respect of

Grade I officer of H.P. on superannuation:-

(i) Basic Pay = 37400/-(ii) Grade Pay = 8700/-(iii) DA = @ 51%(iv) Age next birthday 59 years(v) Earned Leave at credit = 300 days(vi) Qualifying Service = 36 years and 8 months

(5 x 4= 20 marks)

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PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011.

PAPER-10 [SPECIAL ACT (CRIMINAL MANUAL AND RULES)]

Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions.

2. Questions carry the marks as indicated against them.

3. Relevant provision of law must be quoted in support of answers.

4. Only bare Acts/ Rules are allowed inside the examination Hall.

Q.No.1 a) Briefly state the procedure for grant of license for acquisition and possessionOf fire arms and ammunition prescribed under the Arms Act, 1959. Under what

Circumstances Licensing Authority shall or shall not refuse to grant such

Licenses. (15 marks)

b) Is there any provision of appeal under the Arms Act refusing to grant a license

or varying the condition of a license against the order of licensing authority?(5 marks)

Q.No.2 a) What do you understand by term disproportionate assets under the prevention

Of corruption Act? Who is competent to order the investigation of offence

Referred to in clause (e) of sub- section (1) of section 13 of P.C. Act.

(10 marks)b) Whether accused person is a competent witness under P.C.Act. If the accused

opt to be his witness what question shall not be asked, and if asked shall not be

Compelled to answer? Discuss (10 marks)

Q.No.3 a) State the main feature of conservation of foreign exchange and Prevention ofSmuggling Act? Has stringent enough to prevent smuggling and foreignExchange Conservation in the past? (10 marks)

b) Write a brief note on the powers of collector to order confiscation of any

essential commodity or conveyance seized on the violation of any provision of

essential Commodity Act 1955. (10 marks)

Q.No.4 a) Under what circumstances persons/ right holders are bound to assist the ForestOfficer and Police Officers under the Indian Forest Act 1972? Are liable for

Punishment, in the event of failure to assist the above officers? (10 marks)

b) Briefly state the procedure for obtaining transit permit under the HP Forestproduce transit (Land Rules) rules 1978. Is there any exemption to the rightholders from obtaining of pass/ permit under the rule, if so under what

circumstances? (10 marks)


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Q.No.5 a) Describe the powers of court to release certain offenders on probation of goodConduct, whether a person found guilty of an offence and dealt with provisions

Of section 3 or section 4 of the Act shall suffer disqualification attached to

Conviction or not? (10 marks)

b) What are the duties and responsibility of the Dy. Superintendent of Jail under

Punjab Jail Manual as applicable to H.P.? (10 marks)

Q.No.6 a) Describe the procedure regarding criminal offences by the Police Officer in

Connection with his official relations with the public under the Punjab Police

Rules as applicable to Himachal Pradesh. (10 marks)

b) Discuss the powers of t cancel or suspend license, permit, pass under thePunjab Excise Act as applicable to Himachal Pradesh. (10 marks)

Q.No.7 a) What are the various categories of driving license under the motor vehicle Act?What are the requirements for granting of driving license for commercial/

Transport vehicle? (10 marks)

b) Write brief note on the scheme for payment of compensation in case of hit and

run motor accidents. (10 marks)

Q.No.8 Write short notes on any four of the following:-a) Procedure to issue a license of setting up a liquor bottling plant.

b) Difference between light motor vehicle and light transport vehicle.

c) Prosecution sanction under Prevention of Corruption Act.d) Arms and ammunition.

e) Confiscation of forest produce and vehicles under Indian Forest Act.

f) Duties of probation Officer under the Probation Offenders Act. (5 marks each)

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PAPER-11 (MINOR REVENUE ACTS AND MANUALS.)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

2. Bare Acts and Rules, Manuals can be consulted.

3. Relevant provisions be quoted.

Q.No.1 Differentiate Revenue Officers and Revenue Courts and describe general

Procedure applicable to them. Bring out salient points in adjudicating matters

In trial and appellate stage.

Q.No.2 Bring out common elements enunciated in various schemes for allotment of

Land to various categories of people. Under which scheme allotment of land toLandless and other eligible persons is/ was made. What is the present

Framework in this regard and is there any justification to make such doles?

Q.No.3 Distinguish appellate and revisional jurisdiction and spell out the authorities

Exercising such jurisdiction under various laws? What are the contents of

Orders/ judgments in the two! What powers do a collector exercise under the

H.P.Public Premises and Land (Eviction) and Rent Recovery) Act 1971?

Q.No.4 Vivek Kumar of Kumarsain village files an appeal for quashing of theProceedings initiated against him for eviction from Government land that heClaims is not Government land as the land did not vest in the Government by

Operation of law Draft an order accepting or rejecting his contention as

Collector.

Q.No.5 Discuss standing records and periodical records and the steps/ processes

Necessary for preparation of the two. Suggest measures to bring in innovationsIn the former.

Q.No.6 Land Acquisition law has undergone quite a change in recent times. Discuss

The changes and what areas still necessitate amendments to make it moreEquitably applicable.

Q.No.7 Explain (i) Ferecast Report (ii) Settlement Report (iii) Permissible Area

(iv) Res- Judicatta.

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PAPER-12 (MOTOR MECHANISM AND DRIVING)

Time Allowed: 1.30 Hours. Maximum Marks: 50

Note:- 1. Candidate may answer the question in Hindi or English.

2. Attempt all questions from Part A and any five from Part-B.

3. Bare Act is allowed.

PART-AQ.No.1 Explain the functions of any five in the motor vehicle.

a) Differential

b) Turbocharger

c) Hand brake

d) Propeller shafte) Fuel injunction pump

f) Mounting ping) Battery

h) Speedometer (1 x 5= 5 marks)Q.No.2 Attempt any five question

a) What is the Compressionratio of an engine?

b) Explain the function of Engine foundation.

c) State four advantages of power steering used in an automobile.

d) Why Multivalve Engines are more fuel efficient than Two- Valves/ CylinderOnes?

e) Why the four stroke engines do not require 2 T unlike the two stroke engines?f) Explain briefly working of engine cooling system.g) What are the functions of a shackle pin?

h) Explain Blow by. (2 x 5= 10 marks)Q.No.3 Answer any ten questions by selecting the correct choice.

1. When preparing electrolyte, it is important to remember thata) Acid and water should be poured into together

b) Water should be poured into acidc) Acid should be poured into water

2. Changing position of an object an opposing force is calleda) Power

b) Torquec) Energyd) Work

3. The most commonly used material for tyre tubes is

a) Butyl

b) Natural rubberc) Butane


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4. The Pump part that rotates and causes water circulation between the radiator and

Engine is called

a) Impellerb) Fanc) Bypass5. When air is heated, it

a) Contracts and becomes heavier

b) Expands and becomes heavier

c) Expands and becomes lighter

6. The brake shoes are curved to conform to the inner diameter of the

a) Tyre

b) Wheelc) Pedal

d) Brake drum

7. In an operating engine, the hottest part of the piston is the

a) Head

b) Ring groovesc) Skirt

d) Pin bosses

8. The device for smoothing out the power impulses from the engine is called thea) Flywheel

b) Camshaft

c) Crankshaftd) Clutch

9. The size of an engine cylinder is referred to in terms of its

a) Diameter and boreb) Bore and length

c) Bore and stroke

d) None of these

10.Which term in not related with fuel?

a) Octane number

b) Reynolds numberc) Cetane number

d) None of these

11. Aluminium alloy pistons are preferred because

a) They are good absorbers of shock

b) They are having less weight

c) They have good water resistanced) They are very strong in tension


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12. Which is not the common component between a petrol and diesel engine?

a) Crank shaft

b) Connecting rodc) Ignition coil

d) Cam shaft

13. Flywheel is made of__________a) Drop forged steel

b) Cast iron

c) Aluminium alloy

14. Bore is________________

a) Diameter of engine cylinder

b) Length of engine cylinder

c) Area of engine cylinder

PART-BQ.No.4 Define any 5 of the following:-

a) Certificate of Registrationb) Contract carriage

c) Route.

d) Gross Vehicle weight.e) Educational Institution Bus.

f) Maxi Cab.

g) Gross Vehicle weight.

h) HTV, MMV & LMV (1 x 5= 5 marks)Q.No.5 Why Registration of motor vehicle is necessary? Where motor vehicle can be

Registered and also indicate Authorities competent to Register Motor Vehicles

In H.P. (5 marks)Q.No.6 What is the role of following authorities under Motor Vehicles Act?

a) Motor Accident Claim Tribunal.

b) Regional Transport Authority.

c) State Transport Appellate Tribunal.d) Registering & Licencing Authority.

e) Motor Vehicle Inspector. (5 marks)

Q.No.7 Explain briefly the importance of insurance of motor vehicle and also extent ofLiability of the insurer in case of any motor vehicle accident. (5 marks)

Q.No.8 Explain law relating to licensing and regulation of establishments for

Imparting instruction in driving of motor vehicles. Under what circumstances

Driving License can be suspended and cancelled. (5 marks)Q.No.9 What is procedure envisaged under Motor Vehicle Act 1988 for regulating

Contract carriage. Whether any contract carriage bus can operate daily on

Fixed route, fixed timing as stage carriage? (5 marks)Q.No.10 Explain law relating to removal and disposal of abandoned or left unattended

Vehicle. (5 marks)

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PAPER#14 COMPUTER

PART-A (WRITTEN)

Time Allowed: 1 Hour 30 Minutes Maximum Marks: 50Note:- Attempt any five questions.

Q.No.1 What is back- end office automation? In your opinion, what should be done toEnsure proper development and effective implementation of e Governance

Initiatives in a Government Department? What kind of resources will be

Required for the same? (10 marks)

Q.No.II. a. Fill in the blanks:(i) The______________________is an operating system software.

(ii) The ______________________software is used to create letters, papers or

Other basic documents.

(iii) One byte is equal to ____________bits.

(iv) The Printer is a (n) _____________device.(v) The _________________is a secondary storage device. (5 marks)

b) What are networking device? How will you set up a small WiFi Netwrok?

(5 marks)

Q.No.III What is Database Management System? Explain the various benefits of aGood database of various Departmental activities and how it can be used for

Improving the decision making process within the Department. (10 marks)Q.No.IV Write short notes on any three of the following:

a. E- Procurement (E-Tendering) c. Parts of a Computerb. Process Reengineering d. Open Source Technology

Q.No.V. What are the main focus areas of the Information Technology Policy of theState Government? Explain the E- Governance strategy and guidelines of

Himachal Pradesh Government. (10 marks)Q.No.VI a.) Mark as True or False:

(i) You can use one digital signature with multiple E mails (T/F)(ii) m Governance Applications are accessible from a mobile handset (T/F)

(iii) A bit represents an on/ off state, or a 0/1 state (T/F)(iv) Biometric scanners are used to detect human illness (T/F)

(v) A Laser printer can print pages in black and white only (T/F) (5 marks)

b.) Expand the following:-(i) BPR(ii) GIGW

(iii) PDF

(iv) SSDG

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR HAS OFFICERS OF HIMACHAL


PAPER#14 COMPUTER

(Part-B (Practical)

Time Allowed: 1 Hour 30 Minutes Maximum Marks: 50

Note:- Attempt any five questions. Use of Multiple Windows is allowed. In case of

Any problem with Internet connectivity, you may write- down the steps on

Your answer Sheets.

I. In MS- Word, write a Note to your Head of Department, seeking permission to tour

3 districts of the State, by including your tour programme in a Tabular format. The

Subject part should be bordered and shaded in light grey color. Save this file to My

Documents and password protect this file. (10 marks)

II. Access the following websites relating to Himachal Pradesh on the Internet (or Search

These) and write their URLS:(i) AgrisNet Portal(ii) EDispatch(iii) Job Portal(iv) Litigation Monitoring System(v) State Information Commission (10 marks)III. Go to the Control Panel of your computer. Display the system information and

Demonstrate how to change the password of your User Account. Also write down

IP address of your computer. (10 marks)

IV. Write down the names of parts of the computer Marked 1 to 10. (10 marks)

V. In Ms-Power Point, create a new presentation by including the following form theOfficial portal of Himachal Pradesh Government at http:// himachal. Gov.in:

x Logo of the HP Government on Master Slidex Include 2 photos from the Photo Archives (Photo of the week)x Monthly Expenditure statement of a DDO from the Treasuries websitex List of Departments on the Departments webpagex Animate the slide transitions (10 marks)

VI. Use your Email account for sending an E mail with a PDF file as attachment. Send

Another Email, this time compress the same PDF file before attaching. What is theDifference in the size of the attachments of these two Emails? (10 marks)

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION OF TEHSILDARS AND NAIB-

TEHSILDARS OF HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-1 (LAND REVENUE ACTS AND RULES)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions in all.


3. Credit will be given for writing updated relevant provisions of statutes/

Rules.

4. Only bare Acts/ Rules are allowed to be consulted.

Q.No.1 Write short notes on:

(i) Shajra- Nasab

(ii) Escheat(iii) Testamentary succession

(iv) Encrochment(v) Right to resumption (4 x 5= 20 marks)

Q.No.2 a) The provisions of the HP Tenancy and Land Reforms Act, 1972 are highlyLoaded in favour of the tenants. Discuss the statement. (12 marks)

b) What are the grounds specified in HP Tenancy and Land Reforms Act underwhich a tenant can be ejected from his tenancy? (8 marks)

Q.No.3 a) The Presumption of truth is attached with the record of rights. Discuss theStatement with reference to various documents which carry such presumption.

(12 marks)

b) The institution of village headman has eroded in the State of HP. What are the

possible causes for it. (8 marks)

Q.No.4 a) What is the difference between judgment and order? Discuss the procedure toBe followed for framing the correct issues. (10 marks)

b) Discuss the procedure to be followed to implement the decree passed by the

competent court of law with regard to immoveable property. (10 marks)

Q.No.5 a) Define Permissible area. What are the exceptions under which the condition

Can be relaxed for various bodies/ authorities? (12 marks)

b) What is the procedure for disposal of surplus area under HP Ceiling on LandHoldings Act, 1972. (8 marks)


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Q.No.6 a) The provisions of HP Land Revenue Act, 1953 have proved ineffective to

Prevent encroachment on government land. What are the reasons and theProblems being faced by the Revenue officers while dealing with the

Encroachment cases? (12 marks)

b) Discuss in detail the procedure to be followed by the Revenue Officers whiledealing with the re- encroachment by the same encroacher. (8 marks)

Q.No.7 a) Bar of jurisdiction provided under various Revenue Acts have hardly been

Followed by the Civil Courts. What are the grounds under which Civil CourtsCan take cognizance of revenue matters wherein their jurisdiction is

Specifically barred? (15 marks)

b) What are the salient features of the Amendments 2005 in the Hindu successionAct? (5 marks)

Q.No.8 a) In certain conditions the entries of wazib- ul arz over ride the provisions ofVarious Hindu Laws, discuss. (8 marks)

b) The land under tea- estate can not be sold or changed for other purposes under

the Ceiling Act, Discuss. (6 marks)

c) What is the relief for tenant for his wrongful dispossession? (6 marks)

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION OF TEHSILDARS/ NAIB TEHSILDARS OF

HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-2 (ARITHMETIC AND PATWARIS MENSURATION)


Note:- 1. Candidate may answer the question in Hindi or English.

2. Attempt five question in all at least two from each part.

PART-I :ARITHMETICQ.No.1 (i) Simplify

789x789x789 +211x 211 x211

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789 x 789-789x 211 +211x 211

(ii) On dividing a certain number by 342, we get 47 as remainder. If the sameNumber is divided by 18, what will be the remainder?

(iii) The sum of the two numbers is 12 and their product is 35. What is the sum ofReciprocal of these numbers?

Q.No.2 (i) Find the greatest number which on dividing 1657 and 2037 leaves remainders6 and 5 respectively.

(ii) If X= 6 find the value of X2 + Y2

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Y =5 x2- y2(iii) Rohit was 4 times as old as his son 8 years ago. After 8 years, Rohit will be

Twice as old as his son. What are the present ages?

Q.No.3 (i) If the price of a book is first decreased by 25% and then increased by 20%.

What will be the net change in the price.

(ii) At what percentage above the cost price must an article be marked so as to

Gain 33% after allowing a customer a discount of 5%?(iii) A and B undertake to do a price of work for Rs.600. A alone can do it in 6

Days while B alone can do it in 8 days. With the help of C, they finish it in 3Days. Find the share of each.

Q.No.4 (i) If Rs.500 amount to Rs.583 in two years compounded annually, find the rate

Of interest per annum.(ii) The length of a rectangle is twice its breadth. If its length is decreased by 5Cms. And breadth is increased by 5 Cms, the area of the rectangle is

Increased by 75 sq.Cms. Find the length of the rectangle.

(iii) One side of a rectangle field is 15 meters and one of its diagonals is 17 meters.

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PART-II

Q.No.5 (i) What is the lease time/ What precautions should one take while fixing the

Lease time?(ii) Accurate field survey is necessary for settlement work. Explain its importance.

(iii) What are the Topographical and Cadastral Survey? Distinguish between

These two. How are these useful for preparing the land records?

Q.No.6 (i) What is the Plane- Table System of surveying? How is it useful for

Preparing maps for settlement record?

(ii) Describe briefly the process of amendment/ correction of maps between twoSettlement operations.

Q.No.7 (i) What are survey marks? Describe the survey marks which are in use inRevenue Department.

(ii) Describe briefly the process of demarcating a given field. What precautionsShould one observe while carrying out demarcation?

Q.No.8 Explain:-

(i) Sehda(ii) Khasra number

(iii) Jamabandi

(iv) Shajra Kishtwar(v) Kisan Pass Book

(vi) Girdawari

(vii) Line Muqwabla

(viii) Khatoni(ix) Estate

(x) Abadi Deh.

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR TEHSILDARS/ NAIB- TEHSILDARS

OF HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION, OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-3 (MINOR REVENUE ACT & RULES)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions. All question carry equal marks.

2. Bare Acts and Rules are allowed to be consulted.

3. Quote relevant provisions of Acts/ Rules.

Q.No.1 Distinguish between Revenue Officer and Revenue Court and describe general

Procedure applicable to them. Discuss Procedure in framing issues. (20 marks)

Q.No.2 a) Differentiate between Settlement Deed and Released Deed as laid in H.P.Land Records Manual, 1992. (10 marks)

b) Enlist certain corrections which are forbidden through Fard Badar. (10 marks)

Q.No.3 Removal of encroachments on government land can be initiated under more

Than one set of laws like H.P. Land Revenue Act, 1954. H.P. Road Side LandControl Act, 1968, and H.P. Public Premises and Lands (Eviction and Rent

Recovery Act 1971. Discuss the merit of one Act over the other, and which

Act has the efficacious provision for removal of encroachment on government

Lands? (20 marks)

Q.No.4 a) Discuss circumstances/ cases where no mutations are necessary. (10 marks)b) What is Escheat and how the mutations of Escheats are attested? (10 marks)

Q.No.5 a) Define terms Public Purpose and Company under the Land Acquisition

Act, 1894. (10 marks)

b) Discuss how Enquiry and Award are made by Collector, under the LandAcquisition Act, 1894. (10 marks)

Q.No.6 Discuss briefly salient features of H.P. Utilisation of Surplus Area Scheme,

1974. (20 marks)

Q.No.7 a) Name the documents of which Registration is compulsory under theRegistration Act, 1908. (15 marks)b) Define Instrument of Partition under the Indian Stamp Act, 1899.

(5 marks)

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR TEHSILDARS/ NAIB- TEHSILDARS

OF HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-5 (CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions in all and at least one from each part.


PART-I

Q.No.1 What are the provisions regarding search by a Police Officer under CriminalProcedure Code 1973? Explain (20 marks)

Q.No.2 What is the meaning of Complaint. What is the procedure prescribed by the

Code, when a complaint is field in the Court. (20 marks)

Q.No.3 Discuss the procedure to be followed by a Magistrate in recording confessions

And Statements? (20 marks)

Q.No.4 Under What circumstances can a person be required to execute bond (a) for

Keeping the peace and (b) for keeping good behaviour. (20 marks)

PART-IIQ.No.5 a) Write a short notes on Hearsay Evidence. (10 marks)

b) Oral Evidence in all cases must be direct explain this rule with illustration

and exceptions? (10 marks)

Q.No.6 What are the rules of burden of proof? What is the nature of burden of proof onAn accused under Section 105 of the Evidence Act. (20 marks)

Q.No.7 When a witness is cross examined, what other questions can be asked in

Addition to the question relating to the incident. (20 marks)

PART-III

Q.No.8 Distinguish between:-(i) Cheating and Forgery. (7 marks)

(ii) Hurt and grievous Hurt. (6 marks)(iii) Rape and Adultery. (7 marks)

Q.No.9 Define unlawful Assembly and Discuss the more aggravated froms of offenceRelated to unlawful assembly. (20 marks)

Q.No.10 Decide the liability of A

A without the knowledge of the guardian takes H of girl of 16 years out

Of the possession of her guardian on the request of the girl. He restores herAfter one week to parents. (20 marks)

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR TEHSILDARS OF HIMACHAL


PAPER-6 (REVENUE CASE)


Note:- Bare Acts i.e. H.P. Land Revenue Act, 1954. H.P. Tenancy & Land

Reforms Act, 1972 may be provided.

Q.No.1 Smt.Reshma is owner of Khata No.110, measuring 10-0 bigha in VillageLwani, Tehsil Kangra to the extent of share. Out of this Khata she Sold

Khasra No.111, measuring 1-0 bigha to one Sh.Ramesh. Mutation making Sh.

Ramesh as owner of the land was attested by the AC-Ist Grade Kangra.

Review application has now been field by Smt. Leela stating that since Smt.

Reshma from whom the land has been purchased is owner of the land to theExtent of share.Sh.Ramesh could not be made absolute owner of this land.

Write a detailed review order giving reasons and quoting relevant provisions ofLaw in support of your decision. (25 marks)

Q.No.2 What is the effect if the instrument of partition has not been framed in

Accordance with the sanctioned mode of partition? (10 marks)

Q.No.3 Two families are recorded as owners in Khata No.10, measuring 11-2-1 bigha

In Tehsil and District Shimla. One of the co- owners Sh.Ganesh gave an

Application for correction of revenue entries of Kh.No.82 or Kh.No.10 in hisFavour- claiming non occupancy tendency of the land. The A.C.Ist Grade

Shimla allowed correction of revenue entries and ordered Sh.Ganesh to beRecorded as non- occupancy tenant of the other co- owners in the aforesaidKhata.

In your capacity as a revenue officer how would you decide this case on

Review? Give detailed reasons, quote law, where necessary, in support of your

Order? (40 marks)Q.No.4 Patwari hulqua Theog has reported encroachment of land comprised in

Kh.No.110 by one Sh.Ramu of Theog Village. The AC Ist Grade Theog issuedA notice to him to show cause why he should not be ejected from the

Government land? In response to the notice Sh.Ramu has denied encroachmentTaking the plea that he has not encroached upon any Government land. On the

Contrary, he claimed to be the absolute owner of the land by way of adversePossession for the last more than 30 years.

How would you proceed in this case and what evidence would you take into

Consideration?

Write a well reason order on the basis of evidence so recorded and the pleaTaken by the alleged encroacher. (25 marks)

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR TEHSILDARS OF HIMACHAL


PAPER-7 (LOCAL AND SPECIAL LAWS)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions, all questions carry equal marks;

2. Only bare Acts/ Rules can be consulted;

3. Do cite law wherever you can.

Q.No.1 a) What acts are offences, committed in contravention of Government

Notifications and Rules issued under Indian Forest Act, 1927? (12 marks)

b) What is the penalty for such acts under the Act ibid as applicable to Himachal

Pradesh? (8 marks)

Q.No.2 a) What procedure is followed in Himachal Pradesh under the law with regard toSeizure of forest property liable to confiscation? (12 marks)

b) Where the offence has been committed in respect forest property but theoffender is either not known or cannot be found, how such a case is handled?

(8 marks)

Q.No.3 a) Is the sanction of a competent authority necessary for prosecuting a publicServant charged for an offence under the Prevention witness in his own

Defence under the aforesaid Act of 1988? (10 marks)

b) What is the law regarding an accused person to be a competent witness in his

own defence under the aforesaid Act of 1988? (10 marks)

Q.No.4 a) What are the social responsibilities of the police as enshrined in the H.P. PoliceAct, 2007 ? (8 marks)

b) Give your personal views as to whether the State Police agency observes such

a code of ethical conduct and integrity as expected in its discharge of abovesocial responsibilities? (12 marks)

Q.No.5 a) What constitutes a breach of discipline or disciplinary misconduct by a policeOfficer? (10 marks)

b) Who is the State Police Competent Authority who receives and inquiries into

allegation of criminal misconduct by Police Officers? (10 marks)


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Q.No.6 a) What is an Essential Commodity? (8 marks)

b) What mandatory provision is to be followed before confiscation of food grains

etc.? (12 marks)

Q.No.7 a) Explain the term Food? (8 marks)

b) What articles of food are prohibited to be manufactured or sold or stored underthe Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954? (12 marks)

Q.No.8 a) Under what circumstances can an offender be released by the Court after

Admonition instead of sentencing him to any punishment? (10 marks)

b) If an offender, released on probation after executing a bond, fails to observe

the conditions of the bond, what action can be taken against him? (10 marks)

Q.No.9 a) When the possession of any arms/ ammunition cases to be lawful for any

Reason, what should the person in possession of such arms/ ammunition do?

(12 marks)

b) What penalty is attracted by a person who knowingly purchases arms etc. from

an unlicensed person? (8 marks)

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR TEHSILDARS OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-8 (LOCAL FUND, TREASURY AND FINANCIAL RULES)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions.


3. Only Bare Acts, Bare Rules and Notifications/ reference books are allowed.

Help Books, Hand outs, guides, made easy editions are not allowed.

4. Quote rule(s), instructions etc. in support of your answer where necessary.5. Use of Calculator is allowed.6. Indicate the same question number & its part as assigned in the question

number while answering the same.

7. Try to Attempt all parts of question consecutively.Q.No.1 a) As per the provisions of article 150 of the Constitution, the accounts of State

Government shall be kept in such form as may be specified by the GovernmentIndia on the advice of Comptroller and Auditor General of India In the lightOf the statement explain in brief the Structure of Government Accounts,

Main Divisions and Classification of transactions in Government

Accounts.

b) What are different kinds of Traveling Allowance, as envisaged in theSupplementary Rules? Explain each in brief? (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.2 a) What is the Procedure for communication, Date of effect and Lapse ofFinancial sanctions as provided in the Himachal Pradesh Financial Rules,2009?

b) Administrative Departments are responsible for the control of expenditureagainst the sanctioned grants and appropriations placed at their disposal. Whatare the Responsibilities for the control of Expenditure and which are theauthorities through whom it is being exercised? (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.3 What are general conditions governing the grant of leave under Central Civil

Services (Leave)Rules, 1972? Explain in brief the different kinds of leaveEarned by duty and not earned by duty. (20 marks)

Q.No.4 a) What are the entitlements and procedure for the payment of pensionaryBenefits to the family of a Government Servant whose whereabouts are notKnown?

b) Calculate the following Pensionary benefits in respect of Mr.A whoseQualifying service at the time of superannuation is 11 years 5 months 28 days.

Monthly Average Emoluments/ Emoluments are (a) Pay Band Rs.12000/-- (b) GradePay Rs.5,000- and (d) DA 51% :-

(i) Pension.(ii) DCRG.(iii) Family Pension.(iv) Leave encashment for 270 days Earned Leave.(v) Commutation Value considering age on next brith day 59 year.

(10 + 10= 20 marks)


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Q.No.5 What are Fundamental principles of public buying? Explain in brief the measures as provided in

The Himachal Pradesh Financial Rules, 2009 for achieving Transparency, fair competition and

Elimination of arbitrariness in the procurement process? (20 marks)

Q.No.6 a) What is Government servants conduct in general under Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules,

1964?

b) Briefly explain different forms of written communications used by a department for different

types of recognized modes of correspondence. (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.7 Distinguish between:-

(i) Performance Security & Bid Security.

(ii) Starred & Unstarred Assembly Questions.

(iii) Censure and Warning.

(iv) Stopage of One Increment and Stopage of next Increment. (5 + 5+ 5+ 5= 20 marks)

Q.No.8 Comment on the Following:-

a) A Government servant did not join his new post within joining time to which he was entitled.The authority, after consideration of the case, decide to treat the excess joining time availed of

by him as dies non inspite of the fact that he had applied for the grant of leave for the excess

joining time period.

b) An Officer was placed under suspension when he was on sanctioned earned leave anddepartmental proceedings were initiated against him. He did not join his duties after

completion of leave. He submitted his non- employment certificate but the office didnt pay his

subsistence Allowance.

c) An employee had been ordered transfer from the Office stationed at A to station B inpublic interest from where he was relieved to join his duties at new place of posting. He

Proceeded on leave on Medical Certificate for 56 days in two spells. He got his adjustment in

the office stationed at C. He submitted his leave application along with MC with fitness

certificate to the Head of office stationed at A who had drawn & disbursed his leave salary.

d) An officer who was under suspension, proceeded to his home town availing the LTC with hisfamily and submitted the LTC claim for self and his family and for both outward and returnjourney. The Controlling Officer rejected his entire claim.

e) An employee requests for retention of his GPF accumulations on the date of his retirementeven after his retirement till he requests for its withdrawal. The concerned office stops paying

interest after six months.

(4 + 4 + 4 + 4 + 4 = 20 marks)

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR EXCISE AND TAXATION

INSPECTORS OF HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011

PAPER-1 (LAW OF CRIMES)


Note:- 1. Answer any five questions, atleast one question from each part.


3. Quote relevant provisions of law.

PART-1

Q.No.1 a) What is grievous hurt under the Indian Penal Code. What is difference between

Simple hurt and grievous hurt. Explain? (10 marks)

b) If voluntary grievous hurt is caused to deter a public servant from discharginghis duties what offence is committed. Explain the section and punishment

prescribed for the same ? (5 marks)c) Distinguish between wrongful confinement and wrongful restrain (5 marks)

Q.No.2 a) What is dowry death. Explain in detail with reference to punishment for theOffence? (10 marks)

b) What is cheating? Whether impersonation amounts to cheating? Illustrate?

(10 marks)

Q.No.3 a) Explain the following:-

(i) Common intention under Indian Penal Code. (5 marks)(ii) Whether intercourse by a man with his wife living separately constitute anOffence. If yes what is offence? (5 marks)

B (i) Act done in good faith. (5 marks)(ii) What is private defence when it can be availed? (5 marks)

PART-II

Q.No.4 a) What procedure applies to search of an accused under Cr.P.C. Explain in

Detail? (10 marks)b) When search warrant can be issued, Can a search warrant be issued to search a

place suspected to be having stolen property (10 marks)

Q.No.5 a) What is difference between Summon and warrant under what circumstances

Warrants can be issued? (10 marks)b) Discuss the procedure for grant of Bail. Can Bail be granted for a non bail able

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Accused person after arrest explain? (10 marks)B (i) Explain investigation and Inquiry under the Code of Criminal procedure.

(2 marks)

(ii) Summon case and warrant case. (2 marks)(iii) Bailable and non bailable offence. (2 marks)(iv) Cognizable offence and Non cognizable offence. (2 marks)

Q.No.7 a) Discuss the concept of relevancy of fact and fact in issue give example toSupport your answer? (10 marks)

b) Discuss briefly facts which need not to be proved by quoting relevant

provisions of the Indian Evidence Act. (10 marks)

Q.No.8 a) What is extra Judicial confession how it is relevant in Judicial proceedings

Explain? (10 marks)

b) What is difference between primary evidence and secondary evidence?(10 marks)

Q.No.9 a) Write short note on the following.(i) Hearsay evidence. (5 marks)(ii) Examinationin- chief and cross- examination. (5 marks)

(iii) Expert evidence. (5 marks)

(iv) Conclusive proof. (5 marks)

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PAPER-2 (EXCISE LAW)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

2. Relevant provision of the Acts and the Rules framed there under must be

Quoted.

3. Only the Bare Acts and the Rules are allowed inside the examination hall.

Q.No.1 Define the following:-

(i) To Bottle.

(ii) Excisable Article;(iii) Excise Duty

(iv) Excise Revenue;(v) Intoxicant;

(vi) Liquor;

(vii) Manufacture; and(viii) Spirit. (20 marks)

Q.No.2 a) Elaborate the various provisions relating to Possession and Sale of an

Intoxicant. (10 marks)

b) How far the Possession and Sale of an intoxicant is prohibited and

restricted? Discuss. (10 marks)

Q.No.3 a) What are the powers of various excise officers to compound the offences

Under the Excise Act? (10 marks)b) Also discuss the prominent powers of a Magistrate to take cognizance of an

offence punishable under the Punjab Excise Act; 1914. (10 marks)

Q.No.4 Describe the procedure which is followed in granting a retail liquor vendLicense by way of Allotment as per the relevant liquor license Rules of the

State as are framed under the Punjab Excise Act, 1914. (20 marks)

Q.No.5 Discuss the various powers of an Excise officer to investigate, arrest, search

And seizure relating to an offence committed under the Punjab Excise Act,

1914 as is applicable to the state of Himachal Pradesh. (20 marks)


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Q.No.6 a) Discuss the various provisions relating to granting of licenses in general as per

Provisions of the Punjab Excise Act, 1914. (10 marks)

b) Who are the various authorities competent to grant these licenses? Indicate

briefly. Also mention as to under which Rules/ Orders framed under the Act

(ibid), the Public Opinion is ascertained and NoObjection Certificates areObtained before grant of a license. (10 marks)

Q.No.7 a) Define the following terms as per the provisions of the Medicinal and Toilet

Preparations (Excise Duties) Act, 1955:(i) Alcohol;(ii) Dutiable Goods;(iii) Opium;(iv) Medicinal Preparation;(v) Toilet Preparation; and(vi) Narcotic Drug. (10 marks)b. How is the Duty of Excise levied and collected under the Medicinal and

Toilet Preparations Act, 1955. (10 marks)

Q.No.8a)Define the following as per provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic

Substances Act, 1985:

(i) Manufactured Drug;(ii) Psychotropic Substance;(iii) Opium Derivative;(iv) Commercial Quantity;(v) Cannabis; and(vi) Coca derivative. (10 marks)

b. Discuss in brief the various powers of an excise officer relating to

investigation, search, seizure and arrest etc. under the Narcotic Drugs andPsychotropic substances Act, 1985. (10 marks)

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H.P.BOARD OF DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATIONDEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR EXCISE AND TAXATION


PAPER-3 (LAW RELATING TO ALLIED TAXES)


Note:- 1.Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

2. Relevant provisions of Act and rules must be quoted.

3. Only bare Acts are allowed inside examination hall.

Q.No.1 Define the following:-

x Turnover of receipts [H.P. Tax on Luxuries (in hotels & lodging houses)Act 1979]

x Luxury provided in a hotel.[H.P. Tax on Luxuries (in hotels & lodginghouses) Act 1979

x New hotel [H.P. Tax on Luxuries ( in hotels & lodging houses) act 1979]x Aerial ropeway ( H.P. Entertainments Duty Act 1968)x Entertainment (H.P. Entertainments Duty Act 1968)x Cable Television (H.P. Entertainments Duty Act 1968)x Transport Vehicle (H.P. PGT Act 1955x Passenger (H.P. PGT Act 1955)x Fare or Freight (H.P. PGT Act 1955)x Public Authority (RTI Act, 2005) (2 x 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.2 (i) What are the obligations of Public Authorities under the RTI Act, 2005?

Elaborate.

(ii) What is third party information? Can such information be disclosed?

(12 + 8= 20 marks)

Q.No.3 (i) What are the powers with regard to entry into, and inspection of places of

Entertainment who are the prescribed authorities who can exercise such

Powers under the Act?

(ii) Under what circumstances can the Commissioner allow exemption from

Payment of entertainment Duty? What are the powers of the Government in

This regard? (12 + 8= 20 marks)

Q.No.4 Does the Luxury tax act provide for payment of lumpsum Luxury tax by way

Of composition? If yes, explain the procedure for determination of lump sum

Tax by way of composition. (20 marks)


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Q.No.5 What are the provisions that have been framed with respect to authorization of

Dealers for collection of tax under the CGCR Act? Is authorization limited to

Dispatch of good only. Comment. (20 marks)

Q.No.6 (i) Describe the provisions that govern payment of lumpsum tax under the H.P.PGT Act.

(ii) Indicate the current rates of lumpsum tax as applicable to each category of

Vehicles passenger and goods, under the said Act. (10 x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.7 (i) What are the merits and demerits of payment of Luxury Tax on actual basis?

(ii) What are the main features of the home stay scheme? Elaborate.

(10x 2= 20 marks)

Q.No.8 Write short notes on any four:-x Pioneer tourism Unitx Tourist Resortx Priority Tourism Unitx Exemption from disclosure of information under the RTI Actx Recovery of arrears under the H.P. PGT Act, 1955 (5 x 4= 20 marks)

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INSPECTORS OF HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION OCTORBER, 2011

PAPER-4 (SALES TAX LAW AND ALLIED TAXES)


Note:-1. Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

2. Relevant provisions of Act and Rules must be quoted.

3. Only bare Acts are allowed inside examination hall.

Q.No.1 a) Explain the procedure for e- registration of a dealer. (10 marks)

b) Explain five major advantages of on- line facilities to traders. (10 marks)

Q.No.2 a) Explain five advantages of survey. (10 marks)b) Explain the procedure to submit case for writing off under Himachal Pradesh

Value Added Tax Act. (10 marks)

Q.No.3 a) Why there is a single TIN number on registration certificate under HP VAT

Act, 2005 and CST Act, 1956? Explain (10 marks)b) Why declarations in form C, F E-II Should be verified before their

acceptance? Explain. (10 marks)

Q.No.4 a) Elaborate five major steps to minimize arrears under HP PGT Act, 1955.

(10 marks)

b) Explain the merits of lumpsum taxation under UP PGT Act. (10 marks)

Q.No.5 a) Explain five precautions to taken care of by ETI before recommending cases

For registration. (10 marks)

b)What will be the role ETI when application for registration is received on line

Act. (10 marks)Q.No.6 a) Explain the rationable behind levy of tax under the Himachal Pradesh Taxation

(On Certain Goods Carried by Road) Act, 1999? (10 marks)b) Why the time limit has been prescribed to register a dealer authorized by

notification? (10 marks)Q.No.7 a) Explain the basic concept of Entry Tax. (10 marks)

b) What are Industrial Input? Are consumables and fuels Industrial Inputs?(10 marks)Q.No.8 a) Is Entertainment Tax leviable in the State? Explain in detail the position of

Levy of Entertainment Tax after March 31, 2011

b) Do multiplexes attract any Entertainment Tax? Explain in detail. (10 marks)

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DEPARTMENTAL EXAMINATION FOR EXCISE AND TAXATION INSPECTORS OF

HIMACHAL PRADESH SESSION OCTOBER, 2011.

PAPER-5 (BOOK KEEPING & GENERAL COMMERCIAL KNOWLEDGE)


Note:- 1. Attempt any five questions including Question No.1, which is compulsory.

2. Books are not allowed.

3. Use of simple calculator is allowed.

4. Try to attempt all parts of question consecutively.

5. Overwriting & cutting should be avoided.

Q.No.1 Form the following Trial Balance of M/s A & Sons. As on 31st March, 2011,

Prepare Manufacturing, Trading Account and Profit & Loss account for the

Year ending on 31st March, 2011 and a Balance Sheet on that date.

Rs. Rs.

Capita 1,50,000Drawings 15,000

Freehold Premises 20,000

Plant & Machinery 25,000

Stock (01.04.2010) 45,000

Office Furniture 8,000

Patterns 12,000

Patents 19,000

Debtors & Creditors 75,000 60,000

Cash in hand 950

Cash at Bank Current Account 10,000

Cash at Bank on Deposit 20,000

Bills Payable 12,000

Purchases and Sales 90,000 1,65,000Manufacturing Wages 7,000

Repairs & renewals 2,500

Coal 1,500

Gas & Water 1,800

Rates, Taxes & Insurance 3,700

Office Salaries 12,000

Traveling Expenses 2,500

General Expenses 1,800

Discount 2,800 3,950

Interest on Bank Deposit 1,000

Bad Debts 1,400

Bills Receivable 15,000

3,91,950 3,91,950

Additional information:-

(i) Closing Stock Rs.30,000/-(ii) Wages & Salaries outstanding were Rs. 10,000/- and 80,000/- respectively as on 31 st March,

2011.

(iii) Depreciate Plant & Machinery, office furniture, Patterns and Patterns @ 7.5% per annum.(iv) Provide for doubtful debts at 5% on sundry debtors. (20 marks)


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Q.No.2 a) What is the distinction between Accrual Basis of Accounting and Cash basis ofAccounting?

b) What is Receipt & Payment Account? How does it differ from Income &Expenditure Account? (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.3 a) What is traditional classification of Accounts under double entry system of

Book Keeping? What are the basic rules of Debit and Credit of suchClassification?

b) Classify the following under Personal, Real and Nominal Account.(a) Purchases Account (b) Building Purchased (c) Cash received (d) Bills

Receivable Account (e) Prepared rent Account (f) Depreciation

Q.No.4 a) What is the purpose of preparing Bank reconciliation Statement? EnumerateThe reasons responsible for difference between the balance of Cash Book and

Bank Pass Book.b) While preparing the Final Accounts, how will you deal with the following

items appearing in a Trial Balance of a proprietor?(i) Closing Stock (ii) Outstanding Expenses (iii) Depreciation (iv) Prepared

Expenses (v) Bad debts if no provision for the bad and doubtful debts isAppearing in the Trial balance. (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.5 a) What is Journal? What are its subdivisions? How the Books of original entry isDifferent from Ledger?

b) Pass the opening entries in the journal of M/S XYZ & Sons (as on 01-04-

2011) and post the same into the ledger.Cash in hand Rs.1,0000, Cash at Bank Rs.5000, Interest received in advance

Rs. 250, Land & Building Rs.1,00,000, Plant & Machinery Rs.50,000,Furniture & Fixture Rs.25,000, Owing from X Ltd. Rs.12,500, Loan from YLtd.Rs.10,000 and Owing to Z ltdRs.3,750, Prepaid Insurance Rs.500, Stock of

Rs.20,000. (20 marks)

Q.No.6 a) What is depreciation? What are its main causes and need for providingDepreciation in the final accounts. Explain in brief the distinction betweenStraight Line Method and Written down Method of depreciation? (20 marks)

Q.No.7 a) What is Cash Book? What are various types of Cash Book from the point ofView of uses? Also explain that cash book is a journal as well as a ledger.

b)How would you record the following items in a three- column Cash Book?Jan.1 Received a cheque from A & Co. to whom goods were sold for Rs, 2,000

Allowed him 1% discount. 2. A & Cos Cheque deposited into Bank.

5. A & Cos Cheque dishonored (bank charged Rs.10)

8. A & Co. Settled his account by means of a Cheque for Rs.2,025, Rs.15 beingFor interest charged. (10 + 10= 20 marks)

Q.No.8 Write short notes on the following:-a) Going Concern Concept of accounting

b) Intangible Assets.c) Contingent Liabilities.d) Reserves & Provisions. (5 + 5 + 5 + 5= 20 marks)

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