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1.

Which of the following is known as the third sector of Indian economy?

A. Public Sector
B. Co-operatives
C. Private Sector
D. Joint Sector
Answer» C. Private Sector
Discussion
2.

Lord Ripon’s Resolution on ‘Local- Self Government’ was adopted on

A. 18th April, 1882
B. 18th June, 1882
C. 18th May, 1882
D. 18th December, 1882
Answer» D. 18th December, 1882
Discussion
3.

Which one of the following is correct regarding ‘economic and social planning’?

A. It is included in Union List.
B. It is a part of the State List.
C. It is incorporated in Concurrent List.
D. It is not in any of the above stated lists.
Answer» D. It is not in any of the above stated lists.
Discussion
4.

Assertion (AS): The role of the national planning agency in the formulation of fundamental social and economic policies is gradually diminishing.Reason (R): Policies are now taking shape in a greater degree from debates in Parliament and from the play of new social and political forces within the community.Codes:

A. Both (AS) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS).
B. Both (AS) and (R) are correct, 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 correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS).
Discussion
5.

Policy analysis is concerned with

A. Finding out the impact of policy
B. Intuitive judgments about the effects of policy
C. Prescription of policy rather than explanation of policy
D. Finding out the contents of policy rather than the search for causes and consequences
Answer» B. Intuitive judgments about the effects of policy
Discussion
6.

Which one of the following makes provisions for social security?

A. Indian Contract Act
B. Maternity Benefit Act
C. Indian Industries Act
D. Indian Companies Act
Answer» C. Indian Industries Act
Discussion
7.

Which of the following are the definitional elements of public policy?(i) Declaration of goals(ii) Proposed course of action(iii) A declaration of general purpose(iv) An authoritative decisionSelect the correct answer from the codes given below:Codes:

A. (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
C. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
D. (i) and (ii)
Answer» B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
Discussion
8.

Which is not a part of the Telecom Sector reforms in India?

A. Corporatisation of telecom services.
B. Grant of autonomy to Bharat Sanchar Nigam.
C. Introduction of regulation.
D. Adjusting to intellectual property regime.
Answer» E.
Discussion
9.

Put the following stages of rational policy planning process in the sequential order:(i) Appraisal(ii) Formulation of alternative courses of action(iii) Discerning problem(iv) ReviewSelect the correct answer by using codes given below:Codes:

A. (ii) (i) (iii) (iv)
B. (iii) (iv) (ii) (i)
C. (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
D. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
Answer» D. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
Discussion
10.

Assertion (AS): Public administration theorists, instead of political scientists, dominate the rationalist approach to policymaking and implementation.Reason (R): New Public Management lays emphasis on the deeper role of public agencies in managing and delivery of public services.Codes:

A. Both (AS) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS).
B. Both (AS) and (R) are correct, 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.
Discussion
11.

Which Five Year Plan has stressed upon the involvement of voluntary organization and specifically to supplement Government effort to offer the rural people choices and alternatives?

A. Sixth Five Year Plan
B. Seventh Five Year Plan
C. Ninth Five Year Plan
D. Eleventh Five Year Plan
Answer» C. Ninth Five Year Plan
Discussion
12.

Which of the following is the rationale of privatisation/disinvestment in PSEs?(i) Release of the large amount of public resources locked up in non-strategic PSEs.(ii) Stemming the further outflow of the scarce public resources for sustaining the unviable nonstrategic PSEs.(iii) Reducing the public debt.(iv) Beneficial effect on the capital market.Select the correct answer by using the codes given below:Codes:

A. (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
C. (ii) and (iii)
D. (iii) and (iv)
Answer» B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
Discussion
13.

Which of the following programmes are being implemented through the watershed development approach?(i) Drought Prone Areas Programme(ii) Desert Development Programme(iii) Integrated Wasteland Development Programme(iv) Integrated Rural Development ProgrammeSelect the correct answer from the codes given below:Codes:

A. (i) and (ii)
B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
C. (i), (ii) and (iv)
D. (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
Answer» C. (i), (ii) and (iv)
Discussion
14.

Which one of the following is optimal model of policy-making according to Y. Dror?

A. Pure Rational Model
B. Incremental Model
C. Economically Rational and Extra-rational Model
D. Pure Rational and Economically Rational Model
Answer» D. Pure Rational and Economically Rational Model
Discussion
15.

Match List -- I with List -- II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List -- I (Committees/ Commissions) a. Haldane b. Plowden c. Mesterman d. HooverList -- II (Reports)i. Report on Control of Expenditureii. Organisation of Executive Branch of Governmentiii. Report on Budgeting and Accounting Political Activities of the Civil Servantsiv. Report of Machinery of Government Committee Codes: a b c d

A. iv iii ii i
B. iv i iii ii
C. i iv iii ii
D. ii i iv iii
Answer» C. i iv iii ii
Discussion
16.

“The growth of rural settlements which have acquired urban characteristics is very slow.This observation about the process of urbanization in India was made in:

A. 10th Five Year Plan
B. 11th Five Year Plan
C. National Sample Survey
D. National Development Council
Answer» C. National Sample Survey
Discussion
17.

Protection of natural environment in India is(i) the responsibility of the State under the Constitution.(ii) the fundamental duty of every citizen of India.(iii) mandatory function of the NGOs.(iv) the legal responsibility of the National Capital Region Planning Board.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:Codes:

A. (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
C. (i) and (ii)
D. (iii) and (iv)
Answer» D. (iii) and (iv)
Discussion
18.

According to Goode and Hatt simple observation is most useful for which of the following?

A. Exploratory Studies
B. Descriptive Studies
C. Diagnostic Studies
D. Experimental Studies
Answer» B. Descriptive Studies
Discussion
19.

Which one of the following is not a limitation of Questionnaire method?

A. Less expensive
B. Problem of response
C. Unsuitable for deeper study
D. Less possibility of complete information
Answer» B. Problem of response
Discussion
20.

Which one of the following is not a limitation of scientific method?

A. Scientific explanation is never complete.
B. It eliminates arbitrary and ambiguous opinion.
C. Conclusions are never final.
D. It is very difficult to oppose established opinion.
Answer» C. Conclusions are never final.
Discussion
21.

Which of the following is not correct regarding developmental role of District Collector in India?

A. He has a directive role in the scheme of Panchayati Raj.
B. His position in relation to Panchayati Raj varies from State to State.
C. He takes initiative to take up need based development programmes.
D. He performs the role of coordinator and extends help in implementing development programmes.
Answer» D. He performs the role of coordinator and extends help in implementing development programmes.
Discussion
22.

Assertion (A): The plurality of organisations and departments at the District level has created many problems.Reason (R): District Administration, in order to be effective, must have a unity of purpose and singularity of approach which is often found missing.Codes:

A. Both (AS) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS)
B. Both (AS) and (R) are correct, 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» C. (AS) is true, but (R) is false.
Discussion
23.

Decentralization of functions and powers of headquarters to the field offices is known as

A. Geographical decentralization
B. Political decentralization
C. Administrative decentralization
D. Functional decentralization
Answer» B. Political decentralization
Discussion
24.

Which of the following is not a feature of a good sample?

A. Sample should be big in size.
B. Sample should be representative of the universe.
C. Sample should be reliable.
D. Sample should be measurable by known probability sampling design technique.
Answer» B. Sample should be representative of the universe.
Discussion
25.

Science is defined as(i) an accumulation of systematic knowledge.(ii) a method of approach to the entire empirical world.(iii) an approach which aims at the finding of ultimate truth.(iv) a mode of analysis that permits the scientist to state propositions.Select the correct answer with the codes given below:Codes:

A. (i) and (ii)
B. (iii) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. (i), (ii) and (iv)
Answer» E.
Discussion
26.

Match List -- I with List -- II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List -- I Author a. K.L. Handa b. M.J.K. Thavraj c. Robert Presthus d. P.K. WattalList -- II Booksi. Parliamentary Financial Controlii. Programme and Performance Budgetingiii. Public Administrationiv. Financial Administration of India Codes: a b c d

A. iv ii iii i
B. iii ii iv i
C. i iii ii iv
D. ii iv iii i
Answer» E.
Discussion
27.

“On the whole experience seems to show that the interests of the tax payers cannot be left to the spending departments.This statement is made by

A. First Hoover Commission
B. Donoughmore Committee
C. Haldane Committee
D. Eleventh Finance Commission
Answer» D. Eleventh Finance Commission
Discussion
28.

Assertion (AS): The Finance Ministry exercises financial control over all the administrative ministries.Reason (R): It is responsible for the formulation and exemption of the budget.Codes:

A. Both (AS) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS).
B. Both (AS) and (R) are correct, 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 correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS).
Discussion
29.

Which of the following statements about the institution of C.A.G. in India is correct?

A. It is a colonial legacy.
B. It is an innovation of Independent India.
C. It performs auditing and accounting functions.
D. It is an executive agency of the Government of India.
Answer» B. It is an innovation of Independent India.
Discussion
30.

Which one of the following is not a report of Second Administrative Reforms Commission?

A. Unlocking Human Capital: Entitlements and Governance -- A Case Study
B. Social Capital -- A Shared Destiny
C. Capacity Building for Conflict Resolution
D. Efficient Conduct of State Enterprises
Answer» E.
Discussion
31.

Before independence, the appointments to the All India Services were made by

A. Governor-General-in-Council
B. Secretary of State for India
C. East India Company
D. Cabinet Secretariat
Answer» C. East India Company
Discussion
32.

Which of the following statements regarding All India Services are correct?(i) New All-India Services may be created only if Council of States declares to do so by a majority resolution.(ii) New All-India Services may be created if it is necessary or expedient in the national interest.(iii) All-India Services may be created by a law passed by the Parliament.(iv) All-India Judicial Service may also be created by Parliament bylaw.Select the correct answer by using codes given below:Codes:

A. (i), (ii) and (iii)
B. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
C. (i), (iii) and (iv)
D. (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
Answer» C. (i), (iii) and (iv)
Discussion
33.

Match List -- I with List -- II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List -- I (Commissions/ Committees) a. Economic Administration Reforms Commission b. The Commission on Centre-State Relations c. Committee on Prevention of Corruption d. Railway Corruption Enquiry CommitteeList -- II (Chairperson)i. J.B. Kripalaniii. K. Santhanamiii. L.K. Jhaiv. R.S. SarkariaCodes: a b c d

A. i ii iv iii
B. iii iv ii i
C. i iii iv ii
D. iv ii iii i
Answer» C. i iii iv ii
Discussion
34.

Which of the following is not correctly matched?List -- I (Prime Minister) List -- II (Secretary/ Principal Secretary / Minister of State in PMO)

A. Lal Bahadur ShastriL.K. Jha
B. Indira GandhiP.N. Haksar
C. Rajiv GandhiA.N. Verma
D. P.V. Narsimha RaoBhuvnesh Chaturvedi
Answer» D. P.V. Narsimha RaoBhuvnesh Chaturvedi
Discussion
35.

Arrange the following reports in the chronological order. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:(i) Gopala Swamy Ayyangar Report(ii) Appleby Report (First)(iii) Gorwala Report(iv) First Administrative Reforms Commission ReportCodes:

A. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
B. (i) (iii) (ii) (iv)
C. (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
D. (i) (iv) (iii) (ii)
Answer» C. (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
Discussion
36.

Assertion (AS): Under the colonial raj, the predominant nature of administration was regulatory and maintenance of law and order.Reason (R): As a matter of deliberate policy strategically sensitive positions in the Government were entrusted to British officers.Codes:

A. Both (AS) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS).
B. Both (AS) and (R) are correct, 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» C. (AS) is true, but (R) is false.
Discussion
37.

The Cabinet in India is(i) A Constitutional body(ii) Part of the Council of Ministers(iii) Institutionalised by usage(iv) Policy making institution at highest levelSelect the correct answer by using codes given below:Codes:

A. (i) and (ii)
B. (ii) and (iii)
C. (ii) and (iv)
D. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
Answer» E.
Discussion
38.

Arrange the following publications in a correct sequence and select the correct answer from the codes given below:(i) The Frontiers of Development Administration.(ii) Approaches to Development, Politics, Administration and Change(iii) Political Order in Changing Societies(iv) Cultural Hurdles in Development Administration: Concepts and ProblemsCodes:

A. (iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
B. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
C. (iv) (iii) (i) (ii)
D. (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
Answer» B. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
Discussion
39.

“The Development Administration is primarily concerned with the tasks and process of formulating and implementing the four P’s.This statement was made by

A. Donald C. Stones
B. F.W. Riggs
C. Weidner
D. Luther Gullick
Answer» B. F.W. Riggs
Discussion
40.

The City Manager as a Chief Executive in council-manager form of local government in USA is

A. appointed by the State Governor
B. appointed by the Council
C. elected by the Council
D. appointed by the Mayor
Answer» C. elected by the Council
Discussion
41.

Comparative Administrative Group (CAG) was(i) established in the year 1963.(ii) initially funded by Ford Foundation.(iii) initially chaired by Fred. W. Riggs.(iv) established in U.S.A.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:Codes:

A. (i), (ii)
B. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
D. (i) only
Answer» D. (i) only
Discussion
42.

Which of the following scholars is not correctly matched with the meaning of development given by him?

A. Colm and Geiger-- Change plus growth
B. F.W. Riggs-- Nation building and socioeconomic progress
C. T.N. Chaturvedi-- Transformation of society
D. Hahn-Been Lee-- Achievement of progressive political, economic and social objectives
Answer» C. T.N. Chaturvedi-- Transformation of society
Discussion
43.

Arrange the following institutions of local government in U.K. in descending order. Use the codes given below:(i) Metropolitan District(ii) Metropolitan County(iii) Parish(iv) ShireCodes:

A. (i), (iv), (iii) and (ii)
B. (ii), (i), (iv) and (iii)
C. (ii), (iii), (iv) and (i)
D. (iv), (i), (ii) and (iii)
Answer» C. (ii), (iii), (iv) and (i)
Discussion
44.

Nicholas Henry classified various models of policy formulation and implementation into three broad groups. Which one among the following is not correct?

A. Exclusion/Consumption Paradigm
B. Incrementalist Paradigm
C. Rationalist Paradigm
D. Strategic Planning Paradigm
Answer» B. Incrementalist Paradigm
Discussion
45.

Match List -- I with List -- II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:List -- I (Theory) a. Classical Approach b. Human Relations Approach c. Systems Approach d. Socio-Psychological Approach List -- II (Thinker)i. Chester Bernardii. Douglas McGregoriii. Henry Fayoliv. Elton MayoCodes: a b c d

A. i iii iv ii
B. iii ii i iv
C. iii iv i ii
D. iv iii ii i
Answer» D. iv iii ii i
Discussion
46.

“Organization is the form of every human association for the attainment of a common purpose.This statement is given by

A. J.D. Mooney
B. L.D. White
C. John M. Gaus
D. Luther Gullick
Answer» B. L.D. White
Discussion
47.

Comparative Public Administration emphasises that(i) organizations must be viewed as embedded in specific cultures and political settings.(ii) both the study and practice of administration are pervasively value-loaded.(iii) the principles of public administration are seriously inadequate.(iv) any proper discipline must have complimentary micro and macro aspects.Select the correct answer by using codes given below:Codes:

A. (i), (iii) and (iv)
B. (i), (ii) and (iv)
C. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
D. (i), (ii) and (iii)
Answer» E.
Discussion
48.

In the context of the New Public Management theory, the administration is apparently moving(i) from rule to result orientation(ii) from system to enterprise(iii) from the duties of administration to the rights of citizens(iv) from decentralisation to centralisation.Select the answer by using the codes given below:Codes:

A. (i) and (iv)
B. (iii) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
Answer» D. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
Discussion
49.

Assertion (AS): Leadership is defined by result, not attributes.Reason (R): The productivity of work is not responsibility of worker, but of the manager.Codes:

A. Both (AS) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (AS)
B. Both (AS) and (R) are correct, 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 correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (AS)
Discussion
50.

Valence Expectancy, as an alternative theory of motivation was propounded by

A. Paul Hersey and Keneth H. Blackchard
B. Black and James Mouton
C. Victor H. Vroom
D. Hobhouse
Answer» D. Hobhouse
Discussion