Daily Quiz-198
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1. The discontinuation of Registered Post as a standalone service in India will take effect from:
A) July 31, 2025
B) August 1, 2025
C) September 1, 2025
D) December 31, 2025
2. Under which constitutional provision does the Union Government have exclusive power to legislate on postal services?
A) Union List, Entry 31
B) State List, Entry 31
C) Concurrent List, Entry 31
D) Article 370
3. Registered Post in India was formally introduced during the tenure of:
A) Lord Cornwallis
B) Lord Clive
C) Lord Dalhousie
D) Warren Hastings
4. Which law provided statutory recognition to Registered Post in India?
A) Post Office Act, 1854
B) Government of India Act, 1935
C) Indian Post Office Act, 1898
D) Post Office Act, 2023
5. One of the stated reasons for merging Registered Post with Speed Post is:
A) To increase postal stamp sales
B) To enhance operational efficiency
C) To expand overseas offices
D) To comply with WTO rules
Answers Quiz- 197 (August 22)
1. B – Descending air creates semi-permanent highs near 30° latitudes.
2. B – Cold, dense air drains downslope at night.
3. A – Caused by shifting westerlies and subtropical highs.
4. A – Hot desert climate.
5. B – Weakens Walker circulation and affects monsoons.
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