Question

Pension is payable at the rate of 20% of the pay drawn on the date of retirement. Pensioners are allowed, in addition, dearness allowance as announced by the Government from time to time.

Options

• True

• False

Answer 1

False

Explanation:

Under standard pension rules (such as the Central Civil Services Pension Rules in India), a regular retirement pension is typically calculated at 50% of the last basic pay drawn, rather than 20%. While pensioners do receive Dearness Relief (similar to Dearness Allowance), the initial percentage stated in the question is incorrect.