Question

An employee dies after 3 years of continuous service. Is gratuity payable to his nominees?

1.
No, gratuity is payable only on retirement
2.
No, five years of service is mandatory in all cases
3.
Yes, the five-year condition does not apply in case of death
4.
Yes, but only half the amount is payable
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 3 : Yes, the five-year condition does not apply in case of death

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Detailed Solution

सही उत्तर Yes, the five-year condition does not apply in case of death है।

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Gratuity is payable on the death of an employee even if he has not completed five years of continuous service.

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Question:

An employee dies after 3 years of continuous service. Is gratuity payable to his nominees?

1.
No, gratuity is payable only on retirement
2.
No, five years of service is mandatory in all cases
3.
Yes, the five-year condition does not apply in case of death
4.
Yes, but only half the amount is payable

Correct Answer: Yes, the five-year condition does not apply in case of death

Gratuity is payable on the death of an employee even if he has not completed five years of continuous service.

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