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This section includes 657 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Testing Subject knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
Consider the following statements--1. Good objective standards enable managers to avoid time-consuming contacts with his subordinates.2. Inadequate or unclear authority delegation requires wide span of management in an organization.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 2. |
Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists--List-I (Commission/Post of the Union of India)(a) Finance Commission(b) Union Public Service Commission(c) Election Commission(d) Comptroller and Auditor-General of IndiaList-II (Article of the Constitution of India)1. 148 2. 2803. 315 4. 324Codes :(a) (b) (c) (d) |
| A. | 4 1 2 3 |
| B. | 2 3 4 1 |
| C. | 4 3 2 1 |
| D. | 2 1 4 3 |
| Answer» C. 4 3 2 1 | |
| 3. |
Which of the following issues will be dealt with by the 13th Finance Commission as per the terms of reference ?1. Measures needed to augment the Consolidated Fund of a State to supplement the resources of the Panchayats and Municipalities in the State.2. Methods needed to augment the financial resources of the State Universities by funding from the University Grants Commission.Select the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 4. |
Under which Union Ministry does the National River Conservation Directorate function ? |
| A. | The Ministry of Agriculture |
| B. | The Ministry of Water Resources |
| C. | The Ministry of Rural Development |
| D. | The Ministry of Environment and Forests |
| Answer» E. | |
| 5. |
Who among the following further developed the Politics-Administration dichotomy--a fairly constant line of thought at the initial stages of the evolution of Public Administration ? |
| A. | H. Fayol |
| B. | L. Gulick |
| C. | L. Urwick |
| D. | F. Goodrow |
| Answer» B. L. Gulick | |
| 6. |
Consider the following statements about the Scheme for Strengthening of Revenue Administration and Updating of Land Records (SRA u0026 ULR)--1. The scheme is being implemented by the State Governments.2. The scheme is financed by the Centre and States on 50 : 50 funds sharing basis.3. Union Territories are being provided full central assistance. Which of the statements given above are correct ? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 7. |
Recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission will cover a period of five years commencing from which date ? |
| A. | 1.4.2008 |
| B. | 1.4.2009 |
| C. | 1.4.2010 |
| D. | 1.4.2011 |
| Answer» D. 1.4.2011 | |
| 8. |
Assertion (AS) : Functional departmentation facilitates efficiency in the utilization of people.Reason (R) : Functional departmentation does not adhere to the principle of occupational specialization. |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS) |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS) |
| C. | (AS) is true but (R) is false |
| D. | (AS) is false but (R) is true |
| Answer» D. (AS) is false but (R) is true | |
| 9. |
Who among the following was the Chairman of the “National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution” constituted by the Government of India in the year 2000 ? |
| A. | A. M. Ahmadi |
| B. | A. S. Anand |
| C. | M. N. Venkatachalaiah |
| D. | J. S. Verma |
| Answer» D. J. S. Verma | |
| 10. |
Assertion (AS) : ‘Economic Man’ is the product of traditional theory of motivation.Reason (R) : Material rewards make all organization members work harder for more material benefits. |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS) |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS) |
| C. | (AS) is true but (R) is false |
| D. | (AS) is false but (R) is true |
| Answer» D. (AS) is false but (R) is true | |
| 11. |
Assertion (AS) : Lateral communication generally follows the chain of command rather than the work flow.Reason (R) : Lateral communication provides a direct channel for coordination and problem solving. |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS) |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS) |
| C. | (AS) is true but (R) is false |
| D. | (AS) is false but (R) is true |
| Answer» E. | |
| 12. |
Which of the following form a part of the terms of reference of the newly constituted Commission on Centre State Relations by the Government of India ?1. Panchayati Raj institutions.2. Communal violence.3. An integrated domestic market.4. Central Law Enforcement Agency.Select the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1 and 4 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 13. |
Which one of the following is not a variable identified by Fred E. Fiedler that helps determine which leadership style will be effective ? |
| A. | Environmental pressures and workplace demands |
| B. | Leader-member relations |
| C. | Task structures |
| D. | Leader’s position power |
| Answer» B. Leader-member relations | |
| 14. |
Assertion (AS) : The systems approach is criticized on the ground that it lacks the property of direct application to practical situations.Reason (R) : It is descriptive, probabilistic and multivariate. |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS) |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS) |
| C. | (AS) is true but (R) is false |
| D. | (AS) is false but (R) is true |
| Answer» B. Both (AS) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS) | |
| 15. |
Which of the following in respect of the enlargement of Fundamental Rights were recommended by the “National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution” constituted by the Government of India in the year 2000 ?1. Every person has a right to respect for his private and family life.2. Every person has a right to leave the territory of India and every citizen shall have the right to return to India.3. Every person who has been illegally deprived of his right to life or liberty shall have an enforceable right to compensation.Select the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 16. |
Which of the following Union Ministries / Office / Commission in India publishes the Economic Survey ? |
| A. | Ministry of Finance |
| B. | Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation |
| C. | Planning Commission |
| D. | Cabinet Secretariat |
| Answer» B. Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation | |
| 17. |
Who is vested with powers to make regulations as to conditions of service of Members and staff of the Union Public Service Commission ? |
| A. | President of India |
| B. | Parliament |
| C. | Union Minister of Law |
| D. | Chairman, Union Public Service Commission |
| Answer» B. Parliament | |
| 18. |
In ‘Management Grid Theory’ of Blake and Mouton when the ‘concern for people’ is the highest, what is the leadership pattern called ? |
| A. | ‘Impoverished’ |
| B. | ‘People-centric’ |
| C. | ‘Team Manager’ |
| D. | ‘Country Club’ |
| Answer» E. | |
| 19. |
What age is prescribed for a person to qualify for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India ? |
| A. | Not below 30 years on the date of appointment |
| B. | Not below 35 years on the date of appointment |
| C. | Not below 40 years on the date of appointment |
| D. | It is determined in such manner as Parliament may, by law, provide |
| Answer» E. | |
| 20. |
Who makes provisions with respect to the maintenance of accounts by the Panchayats and the auditing of such accounts ? |
| A. | Finance Commission of the concerned State |
| B. | Legislature of the State |
| C. | Comptroller and Auditor General of India |
| D. | District Collector |
| Answer» C. Comptroller and Auditor General of India | |
| 21. |
Assertion (AS) : The New Public Management is a mere extension of New Public Administration.Reason (R) : The Second Minnowbrook Conference followed the First Minnowbrook Conference after twenty years. |
| A. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS) |
| B. | Both (AS) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS) |
| C. | (AS) is true but (R) is false |
| D. | (AS) is false but (R) is true |
| Answer» E. | |
| 22. |
During the presentation of the Union Budget as the Finance Minister of India, who among the following announced setting up of Expenditure Reforms Commission ? |
| A. | P. Chidambaram |
| B. | Manmohan Singh |
| C. | Jaswant Singh |
| D. | Yashwant Sinha |
| Answer» B. Manmohan Singh | |
| 23. |
Consider the following statements--All the Reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India,1. Relating to accounts of the Union and accounts of States are submitted to the President of India.2. Relating to accounts of a State are submitted to the Governor of the State.3. Relating to accounts of States are submitted to the Union Minister of Finance. Which of the statements given above is correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | None |
| Answer» C. 3 only | |
| 24. |
Consider the following statements--1. The Constitution (Seventythird Amendment) Act, 1992 has added 16 Articles and a new Schedule in the Constitution of India.2. The Constitution (Seventyfourth Amendment) Act, 1992 has added 18 Articles but no new Schedule in the Constitution of India.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 25. |
Consider the following statements--1. Under the Government of India Act, 1919 the Indian Legislature was made more representative and, for the first time, bicameral.2. Before independence, while under all the previous Government of India Acts, the Government of India was unitary, the Government of India Act, 1935 prescribed a federation taking the Provinces and the Indian States as units.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 26. |
Which of the following functions have been laid down in the 12th Schedule of the Constitution of India for the municipalities ?1. Urban poverty alleviation.2. Planning for economic and social development.3. Regulation for tanneries.4. Urban forestry.Select the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 1 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 27. |
Provisions of which of the following matters qualify a Bill to be deemed to be a Money Bill ?1. The receipt of money on account of the public account of India.2. The custody of the Contingency Fund of India.3. Alteration of any taxSelect the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 28. |
Which of the following are correctly matched ?1. Situational leadership theory--Hersey-Blanchard2. Path goal theory --Robert House3. Leadership participation Model --The University of Michigan StudiesSelect the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| 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 | |
| 29. |
Consider the following statements--1. There is no provision in the Constitution of India under which the President of India may entrust, with the consent of the Government of a State, to that Government, functions in relation to any matter to which the executive power of the Union extends.2. Under the provisions of the Constitution of India, only legislature of a State can by law alter the name of that State.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 30. |
Which of the following statements is/are correct in respect of the Constitution of India ?1. The Constitution received signature of the President of the Constituent Assembly on 26 November, 1949.2. The provisions relating to citizenship were given immediate effect from 26 November, 1949.Select the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 31. |
Consider the following statements in respect of a matrix organization--1. Professional identification is not maintained.2. Conflict in organization authority exists.3. There is a possibility of disunity of command.Which of the statements given above are correct ? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 32. |
Which one of the following is the correct statement ?‘Comparative Public Administration’ differs from traditional comparative study of administrative phenomena in that it involves-- |
| A. | Ecological, structural-functional, empirical and nomothetic approaches |
| B. | Non-ecological, prescriptive, ideographic approaches |
| C. | Adoption of legal-formal institutional approaches |
| D. | Adoption of philosophical and ethical moral approaches |
| Answer» B. Non-ecological, prescriptive, ideographic approaches | |
| 33. |
Consider the following statements--According to Robert Dahl, the scientific study of Public Administration is not possible because--1. It involves problems of normative values.2. Administrative behaviour is not predictable.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 34. |
In the context of Frederick Herzberg’s motivation theory, which one of the following is not correctly matched ? |
| A. | Salary --Motivator |
| B. | Status --Hygiene factor |
| C. | Growth --Motivator |
| D. | Security --Hygiene factor |
| Answer» B. Status --Hygiene factor | |
| 35. |
The theory of cognitive dissonance proposed by Leon Festinger relates to any incompatibility between which of the following ? |
| A. | Behaviour and attitude of a person |
| B. | Skill-set and compensation of an employee |
| C. | The leadership styles of two managers |
| D. | Motivational needs of two employees |
| Answer» B. Skill-set and compensation of an employee | |
| 36. |
Consider the following statements--In the course of Waldo-Simon debate on the theme of ‘Science’ of administration, Waldo questioned Simon’s ‘facts-values’ division, as--1. An attempt to retain efficiency as core value of administration.2. A way of purging administration of politics.3. Making a mere logical division of politics and administration.Which of the statements given above 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 | |
| 37. |
Consider the following statements--1. Functional departmentation ensures that core activities of the enterprise are defended by the top managers.2. Departmentation by territory places more responsibility at lower levels.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 38. |
Consider the following statements--Public-private distinction in public administration is currently losing much of its original rigidity due to--1. Contemporary acceptance of neoliberal ideology.2. Trend towards outsourcing in recent times.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 39. |
Consider the following statements--Woodrow Wilson laid the foundation for the study of Public Administration by his emphasis on--1. A science of administration.2. A more businesslike administration.3. Efficiency, economy and effectiveness as lasting values of administration.4. The need to study human behaviour attitudes and actions.Which of the statements given above are correct ? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 1, 3 and 4 | |
| 40. |
Which of the following are the characteristics of New Public Management ?1. Emphasis on marketization and entrepreneurship.2. Separation between strategic policy making and implementation.3. Accountability through a simple chain of command.4. Separation of units within a public sector enterprise.Select the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1, 2 and 4 only |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 2, 3 and 4 only | |
| 41. |
Which one of the following is not a post behavioural tenet in the trinity of Post Modern Public Administration ? |
| A. | Critical Theory |
| B. | Neo Taylorism |
| C. | Rational Theory |
| D. | Public Choice Theory |
| Answer» D. Public Choice Theory | |
| 42. |
Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists--List-I (Book)(a) Human Organization(b) Theory of Social and Economic Organization(c) New Patterns of Management(d) The Human Problems of an Industrial CivilizationList-II (Author)1. Rensis Likert2. Elton Mayo3. Henry Fayol4. Max WeberCodes :(a) (b) (c) (d) |
| A. | 3 4 1 2 |
| B. | 2 1 4 3 |
| C. | 3 1 4 2 |
| D. | 2 4 1 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 1 4 3 | |
| 43. |
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched ?Thought/Concept Scholar1. Hierarchical pyramid : Y. Drorwould not so much flatten asa result of computers asspread into a bell shape2. A change in : Vilfredo Paretoeconomic organizationthat makes one or more membersof society better off withoutmaking anyone worse off3. Metapolicy Policy for : John Pfiffnerpolicy making proceduresSelect the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 2 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 3 only | |
| 44. |
Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists--List-I (Concept)(a) Functional foremanship(b) Constructive conflict(c) Scalar principle(d) GrapevineList-II (Contributor)1. L. Urwick 2. F. Taylor3. E. Mayo 4. M. Weber5. M. FolletCodes :(a) (b) (c) (d) |
| A. | 2 3 1 5 |
| B. | 1 5 4 3 |
| C. | 2 5 1 3 |
| D. | 1 3 4 5 |
| Answer» D. 1 3 4 5 | |
| 45. |
According to classical theorists, how is coordination as a continuous process of harmonious ordering of various parts of an administrative organization characterized ?1. It is the ultimate task of the head of the organization only.2. It can be effectively achieved through hierarchisation of authority.3. It can be facilitated through staff agencies.Select the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 1 and 3 only | |
| 46. |
Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists--List-I (a) Public Administration studies have to be comparative to claim the status of a science(b) Development administration is goal and action oriented(c) Bureaucratic structures are necessary but not sufficient(d) Development is both process and purposeList-II1. Weidner2. Hahn-Been Lee3. R. Dahl4. V. OstromCodes :(a) (b) (c) (d) |
| A. | 3 2 4 1 |
| B. | 4 1 3 2 |
| C. | 3 1 4 2 |
| D. | 4 2 3 1 |
| Answer» D. 4 2 3 1 | |
| 47. |
Legitimacy of rule, according to Max Weber, is based on which of the following ?1. Tradition2. Charisma3. Electoral verdict4. Professional competenceSelect the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 48. |
Consider the following statements--The essential difference between closed and open models of organization is differing perception about--1. Human nature.2. Organizational environment.3. Role and significance of organization in society.4. Management’s role in organization. Which of the statements given above are correct ? |
| A. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 2 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 49. |
The reinvention of government paradigm does not include which of the following ?1. Risk taking ability2. Ecological sensitivity3. Customer orientation4. Delegation of authority5. Concern for the disadvantagedSelect the correct answer using the code given below-- |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 3, 4 and 5 |
| C. | 1, 4 and 5 |
| D. | 2, 4 and 5 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 50. |
“Simon proposed a new concept of administration based on theories and methodology of logical positivism”. These views are assigned to whom ? |
| A. | N. Umapathy |
| B. | Amilai Etzioni |
| C. | Deming |
| D. | Chris Argyris |
| Answer» B. Amilai Etzioni | |