Postal Manual Vol VI- PART III- Practice high-quality MCQs for the PA SA Exam covering key postal rules, procedures, and current schemes. Ideal for quick revision and accurate self-assessment based on the latest syllabus.
Q1. What is the primary responsibility of the Postmaster in supervising subordinate offices?
A) Ensuring punctual delivery of articles
B) Ensuring correctness of accounts and performance of subordinate Postmasters
C) Handling cash transactions
D) Managing employee schedules
[show_answer]The correct answer is: B [/show_answer]
Q2. What should the Postmaster do if irregularities are noticed in subordinate Postmasters (SPM/BPM)?
A) Ignore the issue if it is minor
B) Report it to the concerned authorities (Superintendent or SDI)
C) Handle it internally without involving others
D) Immediately replace the subordinate Postmaster
[show_answer]The correct answer is: B [/show_answer]
Q3. In larger offices, who is delegated with the duties assigned to the Postmaster?
A) Deputy PM/APM in sub-account sections
B) Branch Postmaster
C) Senior Postman
D) Head Clerk
[show_answer]The correct answer is: A [/show_answer]
Q4. What should the SPM verify in daily accounts of Branch Offices (BO)?
A) That the accounts are balanced in figures and words
B) The quality of customer service
C) The handling of cash in transit
D) The inventory of postal articles
[show_answer]The correct answer is: A [/show_answer]
Q5. What action should be taken if suspicious alterations are noticed in the BO daily accounts?
A) Continue with the normal process
B) Notify the concerned authorities immediately
C) Address the alterations promptly
D) Ignore the issue
[show_answer]The correct answer is: C [/show_answer]
Q6. How often should Sub/Branch Offices exchange accounts with their respective Account Offices?
A) Once a week
B) Daily
C) Bi-weekly
D) Monthly
[show_answer]The correct answer is: B [/show_answer]
Q7. Where should transactions from Sub/Branch Offices be recorded?
A) In the daily account book of the Postmaster
B) In the HO cash book
C) In the personal ledger of the SPM
D) In the branch office’s own record
[show_answer]The correct answer is: B [/show_answer]
Q8. What should the SPM/BPM do if a voucher is missing?
A) Forward the missing voucher promptly via SO/BO slip
B) Report it to the Postmaster
C) Wait for the next voucher cycle
D) Do nothing until further instructions
[show_answer]The correct answer is: A [/show_answer]
Q9. If the missing voucher is not received in time, where should the remarks be noted?
A) In the personal diary of the Postmaster
B) In the error book
C) In the SO/BO summary
D) In the Branch Postmaster’s report
[show_answer]The correct answer is: C [/show_answer]
Q10. What should be done if a voucher is inadmissible due to irregularities?
A) Return it immediately
B) Request or send a revised document for rectification
C) Ignore the issue until the next day
D) Include the inadmissible document in the accounts anyway
[show_answer]The correct answer is: B [/show_answer]
