Gyan Post
Context:
Recently, a new service was launched by India Post called ‘Gyan Post.’ It enables affordable delivery of books and study materials across the country.
Relevance:
GS-02 (Government policies and interventions)
About Gyan Post:
- Gyan Post is a product under the mail services offered by the Department of Posts, which allows the sender to post certain books and study material. through the post office.
- Objective: To bridge the educational divide and help students access an affordable route of postal delivery of educational content.
- Scope:
- Only non-commercial, educational material is allowed.
- Business/commercial publications or materials with advertisements are excluded.
- Real-time tracking is available for all consignments.
- Each book must bear printer/publisher details as per regulations.
- Pricing (Concessional Rates):
- Packages up to 300 grams cost ₹20, and to 5 kg costs ₹100.
Prelims Question:
Q. With reference to ‘Gyan Post’ recently launched by India Post, consider the following statements:
- It allows delivery of commercial books containing advertisements.
- It provides real-time tracking for packages.
- It offers concessional rates for sending educational materials across India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only
