IAS Prelims Public Administration 1995

IAS Prelims Public Administration 1995

1. The entrustment of certain specifiedfunctions by the central to the localauthority with the former retaining theright to issue directives or revise decisionsis termed asa. Devolutionb. Deconcentrationc. Decentralizationd. Delegation2. Which one of the following does NOTrelate to supervision process?a. The top authorities simply laying downthe objectives and policy in boardtermsb. Obtaining reports from subordinateunits.c. Requiring the prior approval of thedepartmental headd. Requiring the prior approval of thesuperior if expenditure is proposed3. Which one of the following CANNOT bethe function of the staff agency?a. Rendering advice and consultancyservicesb. Performing substantive functions of anagencyc. Coordination of the activities of theagencyd. Gathering information and collating it.4. Which of the following is a major staffagency in the government of India?a. Railway boardb. Central pollution control boardc. Planning commissiond. Central board of direct taxes5. Which of the following are true regardingstaff and line?1. They are concepts derived frommilitary science.2. They are meant to work at crosspurposes.3. They are meant to complement thework of each other.4. They are inevitable in all publicorganizations.Choose the correct answer from the

16. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Chester Barnard identifiedcommunication channels with channels ofauthority.Reason (R): Chester Barnard thinks that acommunication that cannot be understoodcan have no authority.In the context of the above statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true17. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. Robert PresthusB. Chirs ArgyrisC. Robert DubinD. Frederick HerfbergList II1. A social organization can sustainrequired behaviors even when theinstitution is not central to the actor’sinterest2. Work is the central life interest of mostpeople who want variety and challengein their jobs3. Some factors can cause workerdissatisfaction but when these arecorrected, they contribute very little tojob satisfaction.4. The subordinate must relieve hisanxiety or tension by bowing to thewishes of his superiorCodesA B C Da. 1 2 4 3b. 4 2 1 3c. 1 3 4 2d. 4 3 1 218. What is the correct chronological sequencein which the following viewpoints andtheories emerged?

codesgiven below:a. 1,2 & 3b. 1,3 & 4c. 1, 2 % 4d. 2, 3 & 46. The following are some of the steps indecision-making:1. Acquiring backboard informationconcerning the problem2. Determining the problem3. Choosing the preferred alternative.4. Evaluating the alternatives.5. Identifying the alternatives.Which is the correct sequence of the abovesteps? Choose the answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1,5,2,4,3b. 2,4,1,3,5c. 1,2,4,5,3d. 2,1,5,4,37. Which one of the following approaches todecision-making is referred to as the withor with out principle’a. Cost-benefit analysisb. Factor analysisc. Differential analysisd. Marginal analysis8. Which one of the following NOT trueabout the emergence of New PublicAdministration?a. It grew out of meetings of Minnowbrook in September, 1968.b. It was a movement pioneered by theyounger generation of AmericanPublic Administrations.c. Waldo’s book “Public Administrationin a time of Turbulence” gave impetusto itd. It was triggered by problems ofcomparative and development9. Which one of the following pairs is NOTcorrectly matched?a. Intelligence activity ……….developspossible course of action.b. Values and facts ………Facilitaterational calculations.c. Premises…….. simplify

1. Existence, Relatedness, Growth(ERG). Theory of needs (Alerter)2. Hierarchy of needs (Maslow)3. Motivation seen as part of complexhuman behavior (Elton Mayo)4. Satisfaction –Dissatisfaction theory ofMotivation (Herzberg)Choose the correct answer from the codesbelow:a. 1,2,3,4b. 2,4,3,1c. 3,1,4,2d. 3,2,1,419. The Civil service was defined as“professional body of officials, permanent,paid and skilled” bya. Herman Finerb. O.Glenn Stahlc. Felix Nigrod. E.N. Gladden20. The system of recruitment throughcompetitive examination first came intovogue in the.a. 5th century B.C.b. 2nd century B.C.c. 19th centuryd. 20th century21. By positive recruitment is meanta. Calling applications from candidatesb. Reaching the source of supplyc. Making provision for lateral entryd. Making provision for weaker sections22. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Induction training does notfocus on the task of improving work skills.Reason (R): Objective of training ofservants is to improve their efficiency.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true23. Learning by doing is calleda. Formal trainingb. Informal training

decisionmakingprocess.d. Design activity……. Inventing andanalyzing alternative coerces of action.10. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer by using the codes givenbelow the lists:List IA. Herbert SimonB. Charles LindblomC. Chester BarnardD. Amitai EtzioniList II1. Positive and negative decisions2. Logical positivism3. Mixed-scanning4. Instrumentalism5. One best wayCodes:A B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 1 4 3 5c. 2 4 1 3d. 2 1 4 311. Listed below are four leadership qualitiesmentioned by Chester Bernard:1. Responsibility and intellectual capacity2. Decisiveness3. Vitality and endurance4. PersuasivenessWhich according to him is theirimportance in descending order?a. 1,2,4,3b. 2,1,4,3c. 3,2,4,1d. 4,2,1,312. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. A store clerk tells the top executivewhen to buy a commodity.B. A youth rushing to save life andproperty of a house on fire commandsneighbors to collect water.C. A newly elected secretary advisesmembers abut their duties.D. A leader attempts to bend hisfollowers to his will in most kinds ofwork.

c. In-service trainingd. Post –entry training24. Elevation from state civil services to theIAS is done bya. A board with a member of the UPSCas its chairmanb. A board with the chief secretary aschairmanc. The state Public Service commissiond. A board with the secretary of thedepartment of personnel as chairman25. Which of the following criteria are usedfor jading merit?1. Length of service2. Achievements in the service3. Intellectual attainment4. Socio-economic profile of theindividualChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 3d. 2 and 426. Given below are two statements, onelabella as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Civil servants have theright to strike in India.Reason (R): Right to strike is available toworkers.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true27. Which one of the following reports laiddown the traditional concept of civilservice neutrality in Britain?a. Master man committee Reportb. Hoover commission Reportc. Northcote - Trevelyan Reportd. Fulton Report28. Which one of the following illustrates thenature of traditional concept of Civil

List II1. Leadership by Personality2. Leadership by Position3. Leadership by Function4. Leadership by SituationCodes:A B C Da. 1 3 2 4b. 2 4 3 1c. 3 4 2 1d. 3 2 4 113. Who among the following said that‘Governmental sense’ and ‘political sense’are major attributes of good administrativeleadership?a. John Milletb. William Siffinc. Paul Applebyd. L.D. White14. The author who described complicatedcommunication of bureaucracy as‘officialese’ ‘or’ gobbledygook’ wasa. Herbert Simonb. Rudolf Fleschc. Chester Barnardd. Lloyd George15. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Under theory ‘X’ upwardcommunication is as important asdownward communication.Reason (R): Under Theory ‘X’subordinates have little participation insetting the objectives of the organization.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

service neutrality?a. Committedb. Positive mindedc. Non-partisand. Impartial29. Neutrality may make a civil servanta. Apoliticalb. Non-responsive and conservativec. Indifferent and apoliticald. Apolitical and non-responsive30. ‘Rule of lapse’ meansa. All appropriations voted by thelegislature expire at the end of thefinancial yearb. All pending bills in Parliament lapsewith its prorogationc. The demand for grants of a ministrylapse with criticism of its policy by theoppositiond. The appropriation bill lapses if it is notreturned by the Rajya Sabha within 14days


31. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): In parliamentarydemocracies, the system of financialadministration must be so organized as tosecure compliance with the will of thelegislature.Reason (R): Only the legislatureauthorities the executive government torest to deficit financing in the context ofthe above two statements which one of thefollowing is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true32. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): No public expenditure canbe incurred except with the sanction of thelegislatureReason (R): During an emergency, thepresident of India is empowered toauthorities the expenditure from theconsolidated fund of India. In the contextof two above tow statements, which one ofthe following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true33. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. A process which brings out the totalgovernmental operations through aclassification by functionsprogrammes, activities and projects.B. Emphasizes the planning aspect ofbudgeting for selecting the best out ofa number of available programmes and

46. Which of the following are reasons for thebureaucratic model being most useful forcomparative study?1. The model is set in a wide frame workthat spans history and culture2. Weber developed the model byfollowing the historical method3. Bureaucracy is the most powerfulinstrument of the executive in allcouturiers4. It focuses attention upon the chiefstructural functional characteristics ofbureaucracy.Select the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 447. Which one of the following statements iscorrect?a. What the Treasury done in UK is doneby the Bureau of the Budget in USAb. What the Treasury done in U.K. isshared by two agencies in USA- thetreasury and the office of managementand Budgetc. What the treasury does in UK is doneby the U.S treasuryd. There are civil services commissions inboth countries48. Which of the following are distinctfeatures of the British civil service ascompared with the French Civil service?1. Dominance of generalists administers2. Anonymity of central governmentofficer.3. restrictions on political rights of civilservants4. Appointment of the Britishadministrative class as chief executiveofficers of Local authoritiesChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1,2 & 3b. 1,2 & 4c. 1,3 & 4d. 2,3 & 4

for optimizing the choice in economictermsC. An operating, planning and budgetingprocess which requires each managerto justify his entire budget request indetail from scratchD. Embodies the concept of self-retiringgovernment programmes by providingfor the termination of statutoryauthorization of programmesList II1. Zero Base budgeting2. Sunset Legislation3. Performance Budgeting4. P.P.B.S.5. Line Item budgetingCodes:A B C Da. 3 5 1 5b. 3 4 1 2c. 4 1 3 2d. 2 3 1 534. Money can be advanced out of thecontingency find of India to meetunforeseen expenditure by thea. Parliamentb. Presidentc. Finance Ministerd. Prime Minister35. The function of integrated Financialadvisers in different ministries of thecentral Government is.a. To facilitate the integration of planproposals and tax proposalsb. To provide for the integration of thefinances of the Government of Indiaand the statesc. To facilitate quicker sanction andrelease of funds for expeditiousimplementation of developmentprogrammesd. To reduce the burden of work on theMinistry of Finance and the planningcommission36. When Demands for grants are introducedin Lok Sabha the speaker applies theguillotinea. After the demands are discussed andapprovedb. After the demands are discussed andvoted down by Lok Sabhac. When the demands are discussed andreduced

49. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The Civil service in Francecomprises a large number of corps.Reason (R): The stratification andfragmentation of the French Civil serviceresults from ideology.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true50. Which of the following are Britishlegacies?1. Planning commission2. District administration3. Civil service4. Ministerial responsibilitySelect the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 351. Which of the following have caused thegrowth of cooperative federalism in India?1. Union-state collaboration in economicmatters.2. Union-state legislative relations3. Compulsion of developmental finance4. Dynamics of electoral politicsChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 3b. 1 and 4c. 2 and 3d. 2 and 452. Which of the following are NOTmentioned in the construction of India?1. Council of ministers2. Collective responsibility3. Resignation of ministers4. Office of the deputy Prime MinisterSelect the correct answer from the

d. When the time allotted is coming to aclose37. Who which among the following perform(s) the watch dog functions in the financialmanagement in the Government of India?1. The controller general of accounts2. The comptroller and auditor general ofIndia3. The Public Accounts committee4. The Finance MinisterChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 onlyd. 1 and 438. Which among the following are the meritsof the recently constituted Parliamentarycommittees in India to scrutinize thebudget proposals?1. Legislative control is now more legalbecause the committees are establishedby law2. Experts and specialists have beennominated to help the members of theParliament3. Legislative control is now much moreclose, continuous and in depth4. the Rajya Sabha and the oppositionparties can play a greater role inexercising financial controlSelect the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 439. Which of the following constitute the basison which the legislature exercises controlover the executive in a democracy?1. It is the legislature which votes thesupplies2. It represents the people who have thesovereign power

codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 353. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. Central secretariatB. Cabinet sectarianC. Planning commissionD. Fiancé commissionList II1. Principles governing grants –in-aid tostates2. Formulation of policies3. Coordination of activities of variousministers4. Allocation of resources5. Depoliticisation of policy decisionsCodes:A B C Da. 5 4 2 3b. 4 3 1 2c. 2 3 4 1d. 3 4 1 554. Which one of the following statementsabout the executive powers of the Indianpresident is incorrect?a. All important appointments are madeby the president on the advice of thecouncil of ministersb. The prime Minister and all UnionMinisters are appointed by thepresidentc. The president has the absolute powerto appoint and remove the chairmenand the members of statutory bodies athis discretiond. The President is the supremecommander of the Armed Forces55. The President of Indiaa. Is similar to the president of finance inthe mode of his election to officeb. Is part of parliamentc. Cannot stand for election for more thantow termsd. Presides over joint sittings of both the

3. The political executive is part of thelegislature4. It has the power to decide all policymattersChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 440. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): In a parliamentarydemocracy like India the government goesout of power if the lower houses passes ano confidence motion against thegovernment.Reason (R): The constitution of Indiaprovides for the removal of the PrimeMinister through a no confidence motionpassed in the Lok Sabha.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true41. There is excessive parliamentaryinterference in Public Administration ofIndia.” This is has been the conclusion ofthea. Booth lingam committee reportb. Appleby reportc. Hanumanthaiya commission reportd. Raja Chelliah committee report42. Which one of the following statement isNOT correct?a. Parliamentary control overadministration by its very nature tendsto be weak and discontinuousb. Executive control over administrationis the best guarantee of efficiency andintegrityc. Judicial control over administration isnot a contradiction in terms

Houses of Parliament56. Which one of the following isconstitutionally correct?a. The prime minister decides allocationof portfolios among the ministersb. When the prime minister resigns, thecouncil of misters gets dissolvedc. All the principle policy announcementsof the government are made by thePrime ministerd. It shall be the duty of the PrimeMinister, to communicate to thepresident all decisions of the cabinetrelating to the administration of theaffairs of the Union.57. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. Secretary/Special SecretaryB. Joint secretaryC. Deputy secretaryD. Under secretaryList II1. Department2. Division3. Branch4. Wing5. SectionCodes:A B C Da. 1 4 2 3b. 1 3 4 2c. 5 4 3 1d. 4 1 2 358. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The “tensure system” isessentially an institutionalization of theneed for change at higher levels in the civilservice.Reason (R): The “tensure system” doesnot fit in quite well in a federal policy withautonomous states.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of A

d. Redressal of citizens’ grievances doesnot constitute control overadministration43. Which one of the following is the mosteffective means of executive control ofadministration?a. Appointment and removal of topofficialsb. Subordinate Legislationc. Financial Administrationd. Political Direction44. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The control to be exercisedby the Lokpal and the Lokayukt onadministration can be more effective thancontrol by others.Reason (R): The Lokpal and theLokayukts are members of the judiciary.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true45. The Parliamentary commissioner of UKwill entertain a complaint from a citizenonly under certain circumstances. Whichof the following are among suchcircumstances?1. When it has been referred to him by amember of parliament2. When a complaint has exhausted allthe opportunities of appeal3. When it has been recommended by thespeaker of the house of commons4. When the Minister concerned certifiesthat the relevant records andinformation will be made availableChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3

b. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true59. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Many ministries in thegovernment of India have their ownresearch units.Reason (R): The Indian institute of Publicadministration offers facilities for research.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true60. Which one of the following is NOT afunction of the cabinet secretariat?a. To watch the progress of importantadministrative measures of thegovernment which affect more thanone ministryb. To assist in coordinating the majoradministrative activities and policies ofthe governmentc. To watch the implementation ofdecisions in which the cabinet isinterestedd. To act as a watchdog or invigilator onbehalf of the prime minister

c. 3 and 4d. 2 and 4


61. Which of the following are true of thecabinet secretariat1. It acts as the secretariat of the cabinet2. It acts as an originating department3. The cabinet secretary presides overmeetings of secretaries4. It implements the decisions of thecabinetSelect the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 3b. 1 and 2c. 2 and 3d. 3 and 462. Who/which among the followingrecommend to the Union Government thegrant of financial assistance to the states?1. The president of India2. The comptroller and auditor general ofIndia3. The finance commission4. The planning commissionSelect the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 463. Reviewing the implementation of nationalplans from time to time is the function ofa. The Research programmes Committeeb. The Union council of Ministersc. The Planning Commissiond. The National Development Council64. The CAG of India does NOT audit thereceipts and expenditure ofa. Municipal Undertakings

76. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Specialists also are foundin Civil Service.Reason (R): Specialists are always criticalof generalist’s dominance inadministration.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true.77. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion-CA) ad the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The superiority ofgeneralists is due to their high caliber incomprehending socio-economic problemsand the varied experiences gained duringtheir training at the district level.Reason (R): Since recruitment to the IASis open to candidates belonging todifferent socio-economic backgrounds, itis wrong to say that only the generalist iscapable of comprehending socioeconomicproblems.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is Not acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but is falsed. A is false but R is true.78. Given below are two statements, one

b. State Governmentsc. Government Companiesd. Central Government65. Under the Indian constitution, thecomptroller and auditor general isa. Responsible only to the executive headb. Responsible to both Parliament and theexecutivec. Responsible to only Parliamentd. Independent of both Parliament and theexecutive66. Which one of the following is NOT apattern of management of Public enterprisein India?a. Departmentb. Public corporationc. Joint companyd. Operating contract67. Which of the following are functions ofthe department of Public enterprises at thecentral levels?1. To act as a central point for provingtechnical and expert assistance tocontrolling ministers2. To function as the secretariat of thepublic enterprise selection board3. To furnish periodic reports toParliament on the working of Publicunderstandings4. To make appointments to posts belowthe board level in public corporationsChoose the correct answer form the codesgiven below:a. 1,4 & 3b. 2,4 & 3c. 1,2 & 4d. 1,2 & 368. The role of the Fiancé commission incentre-state fiscal relations has beenundermined bya. The state governmentsb. The zonal councilsc. The planning commissiond. The election commission69. Match List I with List II and select

labeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): In India, the relationshipbetween the political executive andpermanent executive has not been cordialand harmonious.Reason (R): The Cabinet Secretary hasnot been able to devote his attention toguide the civil servants in their relationswith ministers.In the context of the above two statement,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true.79. Rules for more convenient transaction ofbusiness in the Secretariat of the StateGovernment are made bya. The Chief Secretaryb. A Committee of Secretariesc. The Department of Home of theconcerned state Governmentd. The Governor and the Council ofMinisters80. The de-jure head of a State administrationis thea. Chief Minister of the Stateb. Law Minister of the Statec. Home Minister of the Stated. Governor of the State81. The plan proposals of the StateGovernment are put forth before thePlanning Commission bya. The Chief Secretaryb. The Chief Ministerc. The Governord. The Chairman oft he State PlanningBoard82. Some State Governments have besidesCabinet Ministers and Ministers of StateParliamentary Secretaries also. TheseParliamentary Secretaries who are alsomember of the state legislature areappointed bya. The Chief Ministerb. The Governor

thecorrect answer.List IA. The Fiancé commissionB. Government of IndiaC. The planning commissionD. The C & AGList II1. Plan grants2. Certificate of net proceeds3. Terms of reference of the financecommission4. Allocation of I.T. proceeds5. Corporation taxes to be sharedCodes:A B C Da. 5 1 4 3b. 4 3 1 2c. 3 4 2 1d. 2 1 3 470. The scheme of examination forrecruitment to civil services in India isbased on the view ofa. Transferability of academic talents togovernment work.b. Assessment of entire personality of theapplicantc. Matching the selected candidate withthe type of work in civil serviced. Acquiring intellectual ability andtraining through education required forwork in civil service71. Which one of the following statementsdoes NOT go with the view that therecruitment to all India Services andGroup A’ of Central Services, is fair?a. It gives equal opportunities to alleligible men and women in Indiab. It treats graduates of all theUniversities of India at parc. It gives equal weight age to arts,science and humanitiesd. It gives equal opportunities to allincluding nationals non- nationals andpublic servants at all levels.72. Recruitment to the higher civil service inIndia is based on the recommendations ofa. A.D. Gorwala and Paul ApplebyReportsb. Macaulay D.S. Kothari and Sati

c. The Chief Whip of the ruling partyd. The speaker83. The central administrative pool wasestablished by the selection of officersfroma. The central serviceb. The Indian administrative servicec. The state servicesd. The IAS, central services and stateservices84. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): A state secretariat issuesdirections to the field agencies.Reason (R): It is responsible for theimplementation of policies.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?85. The formal channel of officialcommunication between a secretary to thegovernment of India and the stateadministration isa. Secretary to the chief Ministerb. Governor of the statec. Chief Secretaryd. Secretary to the department concerned86. The police force of a district maintain lawand order under the general suspension ofa. Home Minister of the stateb. Law minister of the statec. Collector and magistrate of the districtd. S.P. of the district87. The book Grass without Roots deals interalia witha. Problems of administration of ruraldevelopment programmesb. Urban local self governing institutionsc. The role of the Governorsd. The question of the abolition of villagePanchyats88. The district collector is no longer thechannel of communication between thegovernment and the people which of thefollowing are reason for it?1. End of the colonial rule2. Rise of more effective democratic

Chandra Committeesc. Paul Apple by, C.D. Deshmukh andHanumanthaiah Commissionsd. D.S. Kothari Committee, Sati ChandraCommittee and the Second PayCommission73. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R)Assertion (A): State Governments in Indiatend to look upon the All India Services assomething foreign and even regard them asencroachment on their autonomy.Reason (R): Members of the (AS tend toregard themselves as superior.In the context of the above two statement,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and Rare true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true74. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): One of the purposes of thepersonality test is to test the mentalalertness of candidates:Reason (R): Public officials have to facedifferent kinds of situations during thecourse of their service.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and Rare true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true75. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Candidates selected for

institutions in the districts3. Increasing political consciousness ofthe people.4. Lack of high caliber officersChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 3d. 3 and 489. The central council of local selfgovernment was set up undera. The provisions of the constitution ofIndiab. The order of the president of Indiac. An enactment of Parliamentd. The order of the Ministry ofAgriculture and rural development90. The need or constitutional sanction tovillage panchayats was first felt by thea. Balwantray Metha Committeeb. Asok Metha committeec. G.V.K. Rao Committeed. L.M. Singhvi committee

ASreceive general training in every branch ofadministration.Reason (R): Indian AdministrativeService is a multipurpose service. In thecontext of the above two statements whichone of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true.


91. Which of the following are the advantagesof the 73rd constitutional amendment of theconstitution of India?1. Constitutional status to panchayats2. Holding of panchayat elections atregular intervals3. Reservation of seats for women4. Providing permanent structures fordistrict planningSelect the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1,2 & 4b. 1,3 & 4c. 2,3 & 4d. 1,2 & 392. Which of the following are urban localbodies in India?1. District boards2. Municipal corporations cantonmentboards3. Notified area committees and townarea committees4. Town ship committees and port trustsSelect the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 493. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as reason (R):Assertion (A): The existence of twoimportant function areas at the district

106. Herbert Simon’s concept of rationalitydoes NOT recognize the role ofa. Choicesb. Meansc. Endsd. Intuition107. Which of the following are the maincharacteristics of the behavioral approach?1. It is descriptive2. It is empirical3. It is historical4. It is interdisciplinaryChoose the correct answer by using thecodes given below:a. 1,2 and 3b. 2,3 and 4c. 1,2 and 4d. 1,3 and 4108. According to Abraham Maslow one shouldtry to understand behavior inadministration througha. Mass Behavioralb. Human Relationsc. Group activityd. Psychoanalysis109. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. “Satisfying’B. ‘Zone of Indifference’C. ‘Job-enrichment’D. ‘Equi-genetic’

level, namely the chairman of the ZillaParished and the collector and districtmagistrate has resulted in conflict ofauthority.Reason (R): There is no division offunctions between the two.In the context of the above statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is trued. A is false but R is true.94. A Mayor-in council form of government’meansa. Cabinet form of government at themunicipal levelb. Classical prefetorial form ofgovernment at the municipal levelc. Making mayor unaccountable to hiscolleaguesd. Presidential form of government at themunicipal level.95. Which of the following are reasons or factsthat made good now separate the spheresof Politics and Administration1. Both were separate disciplines2. Separation of powers provided thebasis of distinction3. He was keen to promote administrationas an independent discipline4. Politics and Administration are twoseparate functions of governmentChoose the correct answer by using thecodes given below:a. 1,2 & 3b. 1,2 & 4c. 1,3 & 4d. 2,3 & 496. “The science of Administration is thelatest fruit of that study of the science ofPolitics which was begun some twentytwohundred years ago.” This statementwas made bya. J.M. Gausb. Frank Goodnowc. L.D.Whited. Woodrow Wilson97. The book written by Simon Smith bergand Thompson emphasizesa. The legal view of Public

List II1. Riggs2. Simon3. Taylor4. Barnard5. HerzergCodes:A B C Da. 2 4 5 1b. 2 1 4 3c. 3 4 2 1d. 4 3 5 2110. Organizations have come to beincreasingly characterized as inputabsorbers, processors and outputgenerators and hence could be envisionedasa. Formal Structuresb. Individuals and groupsc. Systemsd. Informal Entities111. Match List with List II and select thecorrect answer,List IA. ClassicalB. Human RelationsC. BehaviouralD. SystemsList II1. Fact-orientation2. Environment3. Structure4. Informal Organization5. Incentives to workCodes:A B C Da. 4 2 1 3b. 1 4 3 2c. 3 2 4 5d. 3 4 1 2112. Which one of the following is NOT correctregarding the principle of hierarchy?a. It facilitates delegation of authorityb. It helps in coordinationc. It promotes order and disciplined. It obliterates superior-subordinaterelationship.113. Which one of the following is the maindrawback of a hierarchical organization?a. Defined structuresb. Red-Tapism

Administrationb. The institutional view of PublicAdministrationc. The managerial view of PublicAdministrationd. The integral view of PublicAdministration98. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List I : WriterA. MayoB. McGregorC. DruckerD. UrwickList II: Book1. Elements of Administration2. The Practice of Management3. The Human Side of Enterprise4. The Social Problems of an IndustrialCivilization5. Functions of the ExecutiveCodes:A B C Da. 1 4 2 3b. 2 3 4 5c. 4 3 2 1d. 4 2 3 199. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. Universal principles of organizationB. Standardization of Work MethodsC. Psychological Motivations andInformal Group BehaviorD. The most rational among the means ofachieving control over human beingsList II1. Human Relations ions Theory2. Classical Theory3. Scientific management Theory4. Bureaucratic Theory5. Systems TheoryCodes:A B C Da. 4 2 1 5b. 2 3 1 4c. 2 4 3 1d. 1 3 2 4100. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A): A tenet of scientificmanagement is cooperation and harmonybetween worker sand managers.

c. Rule-orientationd. Fixed levels of decision making114. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer.List IA. The orderly arrangement of groupeffort to provide unity of action in thepursuit of a common purposeB. The superior-subordinate relation shipthrough a number of levels ofresponsibilityC. An employee should receive ordersfrom one superior onlyD. The Number of subordinates anadministrator can personally directList II1. Hierarchy2. Span of Control3. Co-ordination4. Unity of Command5. IntegrationCodes:A B C Da. 5 3 4 1b. 3 1 4 2c. 3 4 1 2d. 2 1 3 4115. Which of the following are reasons for theprinciple of span of control being revised?1. Increasing use of automation inadministration2. Growing role of the specialist inadministration3. Changes in the training of programmesof administrators4. Changes in the means ofcommunicationChoose the correct answer from the codesgiven below:a. 1,2 and 3b. 1,2 and 4c. 1,3 and 4d. 2,3 and 4116. Which one of the following is according toMax Webver the defining characteristic ofauthority?a. Power

Reason (R): Taylor believed inparticipative management.In the context of the above two statementwhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and Rare true and R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true.101. Who among the following has observedthat Weber’s ideal model of bureaucracy isnot particularly relevant to the study ofdeveloping societies?a. Herbert Simonb. Chester Barnardc. Fred W. Riggsd. R. K. Merton102. Which one of the following cannot be thecharacteristic of bureaucratic organization?a. Its indispensability for attainment ofgoals of an organizationb. Its inability to correct its own behaviorby learning from its errorsc. Its precision, continually, discipline,strictness and reliabilityd. Its rigidity, inflexibility and emphasison rules103. Who among the following authors attachedmore importance to the structure ratherthan persons in organization?a. LutherGulickb. Elton Mayoc. Chester Barnardd. Mary Parker Follett104. Which one of the following aspects isNOT rejected by the Human Relationstheory of organization?a. Formal institutionalizationb. Social Environmentc. Psychological Processesd. Economic and non economic variables.105. The word satisfying refers toa. The factors that contribute to thesatisfaction of the clientsb. The feeling of sufficient satisfaction onthe part of the administrative man’c. The satisfaction on the part of theinquiring authority

b. Coercionc. Traditiond. Legitimacy117. According Chester Bernard, order areauthoritative when they area. Issued by a superiorb. Issued by the top executivec. Accepted by the subordinatesd. Understood by the subordinates118. Which one of the following principles isdirectly concerned with preventing overlapconflict and friction in an organization?a. Directionb. Supervisionc. Co-ordinationd. Span of control119. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer by using the codes givenbelow the lists:List IA. CoordinationB. SontrolC. SupervisionD. PlanningList II1. Integration of several parts into anorderly whole to achieve the purpose2. Ensuring compliance by staff withlaws, order and directions3. Overseeing the work of subordinates4. Collection of relevant information5. Devising Ways And Means ForResolution Of ProblemsCodes:A B C Da. 1 2 3 5b. 2 3 4 1c. 1 4 3 2d. 3 2 1 5120. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R)Assertion (A): Delegation is a functionalimperative for all types of organizationsReason (R): The chief executive canprovide effective leadership only when hehas all the power to himself.In the context of the above two

d. The subjective satisfaction of thesupervisor and his superiors

statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and Rare true but R is NOT aCorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true.


1. Who among the following questioned theclaim of Public administration to being ascience and pointed out the problem ofexcluding normative considerations?a. Barnardb. Robert Dahlc. James G. Marchd. Gulick Urwick2. Which of the following are factors throughwhich a private administrative unit canbecome a public administrative unit?a. A revolutionary change of the politicalsystem and a change of equitystructureb. A change of equity structure andnationalizationc. Nationalization and taking over of thesick unitd. Nationalization3. Give below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled (R):Assertion (A): People get punishment forno paying taxes or prices for servicesrendered by Public administration.Reason (R): People have the option to payor not to pay the price for goods orservices offered by the PrivateAdministration.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not acorrect explanation of A

16. Which of the following are primary goalsof behavioral approach?1. Minimizing the burden of supervision2. Improving individual and organizationperformance3. Increasing the satisfaction of theparticipants of the organization4. Building up a data-bank consisting ofpersonal characteristicsa. 3 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1 and 4d. 3 and 417. Why is it that administrators CANNOTfunction with complete rationality?a. The share of everything in theenvironment is not known to themb. They are not trained fully to deal withthe varied tasksc. They like to follow meticulously thedivision of workd. They are not supported by specialistsservice18. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The behavioral approachstresses upon the informal relationshipamong the members of an organization.Reason (R): Behavioral lists employintegrated and interdisciplinary approach.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true19. Which of the following can be considered

c. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true4. The ‘New Public Administration’movement is mainly againsta. Administrative centralization andneutrality of administrationb. Neutrality of administration andmeritocracyc. Meritocracy and political orientation ofadministrationd. Political orientation of administrationand administrative centralization5. Comparing the administrative systems ofdifferent countries is useful. Which of thefollowing are reasons for this?1. It promotes democracy in the sensethat democracy in Administration isallowed to grow.2. It facilities quick transplantation ofWestern administrative institutions inaid-receiving countries.3. It helps in formulating universalgeneral principles concerning publicadministration.4. It widen the scope for interactionamong the countries concerneda. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 46. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The comparative contexthas provided a most difficult setting forsocial scientists.Reason (R): Academic pogrammes inpublic administration for study andresearch are not offered by all universities.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true7. The public choice school sets a concept of

as suggestions from the Behavioral lists?1. Less delegation of authority2. Less decentralization3. Less narrow specialization4. Less emphasis on hierarchya. 3 and 4b. 2 and 3c. 1 and 3d. 2 and 420. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I (Concept)A. GestattB. HomestasisC. CybemeticsD. Negative EntropyList II (Focus)1. Freed back and control2. Holistic view3. Process towards integration4. Dynamic equilibrium5. Equi-geneticA B C Da. 3 5 1 4b. 4 3 2 1c. 2 4 1 3d. 5 2 4 321. The terms Agency jurisdiction and‘purpose’ are used in the classical andBureaucratic theories. Which of thefollowing are their equivalents in thesystem Approach?1. ‘System boundaries’2. ‘Sub-systems’3. ‘System scope’4. ‘System Purpose’a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 422. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. BureaucracyB. Closed systemC. Normative control structureD. Scalar chainList II1. Generation of moral involvement2. Vertical differentiation3. Facts and values4. Entropy and disorganization5. Administration by pointed officialsA B C D

a. Bureaucratic Administrationb. Hierarchical Administrationc. Democratic Administrationd. Oligarchic Administration8. Which of the following indicatedifferences between the blue-printapproach and the learning-processapproach to development?1. One is preparing a draft plan forapproval by the people and the other isunderstanding the needs beforeplanningPUBLIC ADMINISTRATION2. One is planning for the people and theother is planning with the people3. One is advance planning and the otheris planning during the process ofAdministrating a developmentprogramme4. one is intended to be adhered to strictlyand the other is intended toaccommodate local needsa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 49. Which of the following are key elementsin contemporary development approach?1. Knowledge-sharing and empower men2. Self-reliance and independence3. Authorizing the specialists to innovate4. Organization developmenta. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 410. Who among the following in the USAexpressed great faith in scientificmanagement and in the trained manager’scapacity to lead the society?1. Thoristein Veblen2. The Technocracy Party3. James Burnham4. J.K. Galbaitha. 1 and 2

a. 5 4 1 2b. 4 3 1 2c. 5 4 3 1d. 4 1 2 323. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): A hierarchical organizationdoes not necessarily involve superiorsubordinaterelationship.Reason (R): Delegation of authority ispossible in hierarchical organization.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true24. Basic assumptions of the principle ofhierarchy and that at various levels ofnature of three of the following four1. Responsibilities2. Salary scales3. Quality of man4. AuthorityWhat are the three that the relevant?a. 1,2 and 3b. 1,3 and 4c. 1,2 and 4d. 2,3 and 425. Given below two are statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A):Practical application ofunity of command is not possible always.Reason (R): Technical and administrativetasks of require different kinds ofsupervision.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correcta. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true26. Which one of the following constitute thesolution to the dilemma of classical

b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 411. Which of the following are true of thebureaucratic model of functioning in a‘Prismatic society?1. Rationality in organization behavior ishighest2. Application of rules is biased3. Preferential treatment is accorded4. New values get developed in theofficersa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 412. Which one of the following is a drawbackin Max Weber’s bureaucratic model?a. Lack of normative factors as guidingactionb. Lack of legal-rational principlesc. Lack of a theoretically integrated totalsystem of actiond. Lack of rule of law upon thefunctioning of bureaucraticorganization13. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Under the classical theoryof organization the whole is boundtogether by the line of authorityReason (R): One of the principles oforganization is unity of command.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true14. Who among the following are writers inwhose writings efficiency is a dependentvariable?

theorist who emphasized the importance ofunity of command over fictionalization?a. Delegation and decentralizationb. Interaction and influencing systemc. The concept of staffd. The concept of the linking-pinstructure27. Which of the following have negativecorrelation?1. Unity of command and specialization2. Specialization and hierarchy3. Hierarchy and unity of command4. Hierarchy and delegationa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 428. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I (Structure)A. Flat HierarchyB. Linker-pin HierarchyC. Job-task HierarchyD. Project and matrixList II (Theory of concept)1. Concept of supportive relationships2. Centralized direction and control3. Self direction and self control4. Decentralization5. Coequal authorityA B C Da. 1 5 2 4b. 3 1 4 2c. 4 1 2 3d. 1 2 4 529. Which of the following can widen the spanof control?1. Delegation2. informal organization3. Planning4. Unity of commanda. 3 and 4b. 1 and 2c. 2 and 3d. 1 and 430. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): A chief of public workscan deal effectively with more directsubordinates that an Army general.Reason (R): The chief of the public works

1. Gulick & Urwick2. Riggs3. Weber4. Simona. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 415. Which of the following are points ofcriticism made by critics of Mayo?1. He ignored theory2. He neglected empiricism3. He was not pro-management4. He paved the way for workersmanipulationa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 4

is an engineer.In the context of the about two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true

31. The principle of span of control has comeunder revision due toa. High degree of unionism amongemployeesb. Increasing resort to automation andmechanizationc. High level of education among publicemployeesd. Obedience and loyalty generated byconduct rules32. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I (Bases of authority)A. Finance code and budget manualB. Job characteristicsC. Personal characteristicsD. Professional competenceList II (Category of authority)1. Functional authority2. Authority of legitimacy3. Authority of position4. Charismatic authorityA B C Da. 5 1 4 2b. 3 2 1 5c. 2 3 4 1d. 5 3 1 433. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):

46. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. EsteemB. PhysiologicalC. SecurityD. Self-ActualizationList II1. Fear of loss income2. Desire to be able to perform3. Feeling of prestige4. Nutritious food5. Desire for higher educationA B C Da. 1 2 3 5b. 5 4 1 3c. 3 2 1 4d. 3 4 1 247. Which of the following are true regrindingF. Hertzberg’s view on Maslow’s theory ofhierarchy of needs?1. He rejected the theory of hierarchy ofneed altogether2. He considered the physiological needsonly as maintenance factors thepresence of which do not motivate3. Job-content factors only are motivators4. He modified Maslow’s theory5. The absence of maintenance factorshas no effect on motivation

Assertion (A): To explain the system ofauthority and responsibility in terms ofsanctions is to over simplify the reality.Reason (R): Core of many of the socialinstitutions consists of system of authorityand a bunch of sanctions for enforcing it.In the context of eh above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true34. Which of the following characteristics arefound in the concept of authority?1. Directive component2. Independence3. Statutory safeguard4. Prestige differentiala. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 435. “Promotions are made on the basis ofexamination scores.”Which one of the following is implied bythe above statement?a. The head of the department isauthorized to conduct the examinationsb. Authority is given to the PSC to decidepromotionsc. Discretion is taken away from thesuperiorsd. The responsibility to determine themerit assigned to superiors36. Which of the following are the limitingfactors in the development ofcoordination?1. Time2. Size3. Authority4. Informal organizationsa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 4

6. Growth in the job is motivatora. 1,3,4,6b. 2,4,5,6c. 2,3,4,6d. 3,4,5,648. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and are otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Behavior positivelyrewarded tends to persistReason (R): Behavior is sustained thoughthe conditioning effects of reinforcement.In which context of the above twostatements which one of the following iscorrect?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true49. Which of the following is NOT a role forthe civil service in a developing society?a. Helping the people to improve theirquality of lifeb. Helping the people to participate inprogrammesc. Helping the people to keep abreast ofchanges in social life in the developedsocietiesd. Improving the efficiency of deliverysystems in public administration50. The classification of services in India isgoverned by thea. Civil Service Rules, 1930b. Civil Service Rules, 1950c. Civil Service Rules, 1960d. Civil Service Rules, 198751. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. Santhanam CommitteeB. Mudaliyar committeeC. Kothari CommitteeD. Fulcan CommitteeList II1. Recruitment policy and selectionmethods2. Reorganization of the British civilservice

37. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Delegation leads to dualresponsibilityReason (R): While a subordinate carriesout his assigned task the delegatingsuperior is responsible for getting the jobdone.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is false38. “Inspection is an integral part of Publicadministration.”Which one of the following factors isunnecessary in the effectiveness of aninspection system?a. Observing the existing rules,regulations and proceduresb. Fault-finding with a view to maintaindisciplinec. Instructing and guiding personsworking in the organizationd. Clarifying the purposes and intentionsof the management39. The most logical criterion to distinguishline function from staff isa. The authority relationshipsb. The functional relationshipsc. The grouping of functionsd. The departmentalization40. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The decision theory is anoutgrowth of the theory consumer choiceReason (R): The decision theory hasarisen out of such economic considerationsas marginal utility and utilitymaximization.

3. Prevention of corruption4. Public services qualifications andrecruitment5. Training of civil servantsA B C Da. 5 3 1 4b. 1 4 3 2c. 3 4 1 2d. 3 5 2 152. In the case of a bureaucracy assumingmore and more responsibilities trainingbecomes necessary becausea. The new work happeas to be morecomplex and complicatedb. The world around them is changingvery fastc. Changes in work and workenvironment demand new learning tobe effectived. With age a person’s efficiency tends todecrease53. Which one of the following is NOT asystem of efficiency rating in the U.S.A.?a. Production record systemb. Graphic rating scale systemc. Personality inventory systemd. Personality appraisal system54. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Promotions should bemade on the basis of performanceevaluation.Reason (R): There is a need to recognizethe potentialities and qualities of efficientcivil servants.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true55. Which one of the following principles wasemphasized by the central pay commission(1951) in India?a. Pay scales should be related to the

In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true41. Which of the following are correctlymatched?1. The theory of rationality – Maximizingsolutions2. The science of muddling through –incremental solutions3. The theory of comprehensiverationality – Satisfying solutions4. Concept of zone of indifference –Optimizing the resultsa. 1 and 3b. 2 and 3c. 1 and 2d. 2 alone42. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Democratic culture pavedthe way for the exit of tartest theory ofleadershipReason (R): The concept of “Great man”is inconsistent with egalitarian perspective.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true43. Which of the following are among the keyof leadership identified by Philip Selzmic?1. Defining of institutional mission androle2. Defense of institutional integrity3. institutional embodiment of purpose4. Merger of personal status with theinstitutiona. 1,2 and 4b. 1,3 and 4

percapita income of the countryb. Pay should be related to the cost ofliving in the countryc. Salaries for the various posts should beso fixed as to promote the democraticprinciple of equalitiesd. There should be equal pay for equalwork in all government departments56. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The relationship of aminister and a civil servant is that of amaster and a servant.Reason (R): A civil servant is required torender honest advice to the minister.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true57. Which one of the following is NOT correctabout the Anonymity of civil services?a. They cannot be criticized by name inthe legislatureb. The minister concerned defendsactions taken by the civil servant of hisdepartmentc. The civil servants are to perform theirofficial duties as per rules andregulations.d. They cannot be held responsible fortheir acts of omission and commission58. Which of the following provides for theopportunity to examine the justification tocontinue the current expenditure?1. Sunset legislation2. Performance budgeting3. Line item budgeting4. Zero-based budgetinga. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 459. Which one of the following is

c. 1,2 and 3d. 2,3 and 444. The following show four possiblecommunication networks in small groupsindicating the flow of information in eachfrom members represented by squareboxes.Which one of the these networks is mostcentralized?Figurea. Stareb. Chainc. Circled. All-channel45. Which one of the following according toBarnard is NOT a conditions for‘acceptance’ of a communication by anorganization member as authoritative?a. Non-understanding of thecommunicationb. Inconsistency with the purpose of theorganizationc. Non-conflict with the personal interestd. Mental and physical ability to comply

suggested asa good alternative principle to the norm ofbalanced budget?a. Spending should not grow faster thanthe national incomeb. Capital expenditure budget should beseparated from revenue expenditurebudgetc. Consensus must be establishedbetween the executive head the centralbank of the country on the limits ofdeficit financingd. The executive head and the legislaturemust determine the level of publicborrowing60. Traditional budget is formulated terms ofa. Target to be achievedb. The work load of the departmentconcernedc. Objects of expenditured. Schemes and projects to beimplemented

61. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Estimates of income andexpenditure should relate to what isexpected to be actually spent or receivedduring the years only.Reason (R): If estimates are closed toreality then the final preparation ofaccounts is possible soon after the close ofthe financial year.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true62. Which one of the following shows the

76. In which one of the following countriesthere is declaration of the society’s right torequire every public official an account ofhis administration?a. Indiab. UKc. USAd. France77. The experiences of which one of thefollowing countries in training civilservants will be more relevant orase anduseful to India in the context ofliberalization?1. USSR2. UK3. France4. USAa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4

sequence followed in the classification ofaccounts?a. Detailed head of account, Sub-head,Sector, Main head, Major head.b. Major head, Sub-head, Minor head, ,Detailed head, Sectorc. Sector, major head, Minor head, Subhead,Detailed headd. Minor head, Major head, Sub-head,Detailed head, Sector63. Which of the following are facilitated bethe separation of accounts from audit?1. Watching the flow of expenditureregularly and taking effective actionwhenever necessary by the ministries2. Setting all claims directly by thedepartments by cheques3. Speeding up of the computation ofaccounts4. Meeting the requirements ofperformance budgeting systema. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2,3 and 4d. 1,2,3 and 464. Under the departmentalization of accountsthe chief accounting authority of aministry of the government India is?a. The pay and accounts officersb. The secretary of the ministryc. The director-general central revenuesd. The financial adviser of the ministry65. Which of the following are included in thescope of audit?1. Discretionary audit2. Examination of all the assessments3. Direction to assessing authorities4. Examination of the value for moneya. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 466. Which of the following committees arehelped by the CAG in his work ofexercising legislative control over theexecutive?1. Public accounts committee2. Committee privileges3. Estimates committee

d. 1 and 478. Internship is part of the civil servicetraining programmee ina. Indiab. USAc. Franced. Japan79. Which one of the following is NOTexplicitly or implicitly provided for in theconstitution of India?a. A minister of state may have theindependent charge of a ministryb. Civil servants have to observe theprinciple of political neutralityc. There are a number of all Indiaservicesd. The union may direct a state tomaintain a road of national importance80. Which of the following are duties of theinter-state council created under article263 of the construction of India?1. Inquiring into and advising upondisputes which may have arisenbetween/among sates2. Investigating and discussing subjectsin which some or all of the sates of theUnion and one or more of the stateshave a common interest3. Making recommendations upon anysuch subject for the better coordinationof policy and action with respect tothat subject4. Ensuring that officers belonging to AllIndia services posted in various statesare not punished by the judiciary foracts of omissiona. 1,2 and 3b. 1,2 and 4c. 1,3 and 4d. 2,3 and 481. Which of the following may be done underconditions of financial emergency?1. Reduction in the number of districts inthe country for effecting economy2. Abolition of all state legislativeassemblies to reduce expenditure3. Reduction in the salaries of the judgesof high court4. Reservation of money bills of stateslegislative assemblies for theconsideration of the presidenta. 1,2 and 3

4. Committee of public undertakingsa. 1 and 4b. 1,2 and 4c. 1,2 and 3d. 1,3 and 467. Given below are two statements onelabeled as assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): “Legislative control overadministration makes the administrationsensitive to the needs of the people”.Reason (R): “Legislatures haverepresentatives from weaker sections ofthe people.”In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true68. Which one of the factors does NOT justifythe apparent need for control of the civilservice by the executive?a. There is an apparent need for controlof the civil service so that its behaviormay conform to the executivesexpectationsb. Under the prevalent system publicpolicies originate from the chiefexecutionsc. Policies are implemented by the civilservice who, unlike the chief executiveenjoy permanent tenure at are notaffected by the ups and downs ofpolitical partiesd. The executive control over the civilservice will ultimately lead to thepoliticalization of the publicadministration.69. Of all the controls over publicadministration the one which is morecontinuous and self-corrective isa. Control by the legislatureb. Control by the executivec. Control by the judiciaryd. Control by the media70. Which of the following is the weakness ofjudicial control over administration?1. It follows a post mortem approach

b. 2,3 and 4c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 482. Which one of the following comprise “ theexecutive power for the Union” vested inthe president of India under article 53 ofthe constitution of India?1. The determination as well as theexecution of policy2. The imitation of legislation3. The recognition or deracination of aruler4. The carrying on of trading operationsa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1,2,3 and 483. The planning commission was set upa. Under the government of India act,1935b. As per the provisions of theconstitution of Indiac. By a cabinet resolutiond. As per the recommendation of thenational development council84. Which one of the following statements isNOT correct in regard to the functionsperformed by the planning commission?a. It makes an assessment of the materialeconomic and human resources of thecountryb. It makes recommendations to thepresident of India with regard todistribution of proceeds of taxesbetween the Union and the satesc. In formulates plans for the mosteffective and balanced utilization ofcentury’s progressd. It appraises from time to time theprogress made in the execution of eachstage of the plan and recommendsadjustment in policy and measureswhich it deems necessary85. The planning commission should beresponsibly only for formulation of theobjectives, laying down of prioritiesindication of broad sartorial out laysfixation of the basic targets and approvalof the main programmes. This is therecommendation of

2. It intervenes in cease of error of law3. Its scope does not cover casesinvolving ‘lack of jurisdiction’4. It tends to act when administration isguilty of misfeasancea. 1 and 3b. 1,2 and 3c. 1,2 and 4d. 2,3 and 471. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The primary objective ofjudicial control is the protection of right ofcitizens against arbitrary exercise ofauthority by officials.Reason (R): In a bureaucratic systemofficial function according to theprovisions of the authority vested in them.In the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true but R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is notcorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true72. Which of the following institutions havebeen set up by Government of India tocheck misconduct, malpractices corruptionand misdemeanor on the part of publicservants?1. Central vigilance commission2. Lokpal3. Special police establishment4. Central bureau of investigationa. 2 and 3b. 1 and 4c. 3 and 4d. 1,3 and 473. Which of the following are major featuresof the institutions of Lokpal and lokayuktaas recommended by the administrativereforms commissions?1. They should be demonstrablyindependent and impartial

a. The national development councilb. The finance commissionc. The administrative reformscommissiond. The proramme evaluation organization86. Which of the following is NOT true of thejoint stock limited company form oforganization?a. It requires the sanction of thelegislature and cannot be set up byexecutive actionb. It offers autonomy in administrationwith necessary freedom in financialand personel mattersc. It can associate private enterprises withthe company, thus bringing inadditional capital for investmentd. It provides for adequate control by thegovernment87. Which one of the following statements isNOT correct in regard to GovernmentCorporation?a. A government corporation is the mostimportant innovation in politicalorganization and constitutional practiceb. A corporation represents thepreference for freedom of enterprisec. All union government corporations inIndia have been established by specificacts of Parliamentd. The corporation form has not beenrecommended by the A.R.C. as thebest form of management88. The principles concerning the provisionsof the Grants –in-aid to the states out ofthe consolidate fund of India arerecommended by thea. Planning commissionb. Administrative reforms commissionc. Finance commissiond. Public accounts committee89. A major source of revenue assigned to theUnion under the scheme of distribution oftaxing powers isa. Excise duties on alcoholic liquoropium. India hemp and other narcotic

2. They should compare with highestjudicial functionary in the country3. They should be directly accountable toparliament4. Their appointments should as far aspossible be non-politicala. 1 and 4b. 2 and 4c. 1,2,3 and 4d. None74. Which of the following do NOT containequivalents/similarities and are totallydifferent?1. The Indian prime minister’s office andthe white house office2. Reservations in civil services in Indiaand the affirmative action in USA3. The UPSC in India and the meritsystem protection board in USA4. The ‘roaster’ system in India and the‘Rule of three’ in USAa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 475. Which of the following are dominanttrends in British public administrationduring the last twenty years?1. There is tighter central political controland away from participation by orconsultation with sections of the public2. There is greater and greaterdeconcentration and Decentralizationto reduce concentration of Authority atthe top3. There is a tendency towards “hivingoff” governmental function toadministrative boards local bodies andvoluntary organizations4. Government at the local level is beingincreasingly subjected to centralizedbureaucratic and ministerial controla. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 4

drugsb. Sales taxc. Corporation taxd. Professional tax90. Which of the following is/are correctlymatched?1. Duty levied by the Union but collectedand appropriated by state – Successionduty and estate duty in respect ofproperty other than agricultural land2. Taxes levied and collected by theUnion but assigned to the state –Stamp duties and duties of excise onmedicinal and toilet preparationsa. 1 onlyb. 2 onlyc. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither

91. In which one of the following kinds of apublic undertaking ministerial controls all pervasive?

107. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer

a. Government companyb. Departmental undertakingc. Government corporationd. Joint undertaking92. Which of the following are the mostimportant factors for the limited success ofPublic enterprises in India?1. Lack of autonomy2. Over-size of the plants set up3. Poor material management4. Social objectives as targets to beachieveda. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 493. Which of the following are reasons for thejoint-stock company form of organizingpublic enterprises being popular in India?1. It is easy and convenient2. There is a law readily available3. Government can give instructions4. The jurisdiction of the c & ag can belimiteda. 1 and 2b. 1,2 and 3c. 1,3 and 4d. 2,3 and 494. Which one of the following statements iscorrect?a. The separate cadre of permanentcentral secretariat officers was createdin 1948b. The central secretariat does not getfresh blood from state cadresc. The cabinet secretary assists only thecabinetd. The principle secretary to the primeministers plays the role of chiefsecretary in the central secretariat95. Which one of the following statements inNOT correct?a. The business of the cabinet secretary isto help the ministers and not to overseethemb. The cabinet secretary helps the cabinetby rendering advice on matters ofadministrationc. The cabinet secretary is a watch dog onbehalf of the Prime Ministerd. The cabinet secretary advises the civilservants informally on many matters ofadministration96. The constitution of India lays down

List IA. India audit and accounts staff trainingcollege, SimlaB. L.B.S. National academy ofadministration MussoorieC. Indian Institute of PublicAdministration, New DelhiD. Administrative staff college,HyderabadList II1. Refresher courses2. Foundational courses3. Processional courses4. Mid-career training5. Initial in service trainingA B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 2 3 4 5c. 1 2 4 5d. 5 2 4 1108. Which one of the following statements iscorrect?a. The Northcote- Trevelyan reportrelated to education in British Indiab. The problem of generalist versusspecialist in administration is peculiarto Indiac. During the British rule, generally themembers of the Indian civil servicewere deployed in administrativepositions even in specialized field suchas agriculture, policy judiciary etc.d. A generalist is of high caliber whencompared to a specialist109. The Lokayukta and Uplokayuktas act wasfirst passed ina. Maharashtrab. West Bengalc. Karnatakad. Orrissa110. Which of the following are functions towhich the scope of the discretionarypowers of the Governor is limited?1. The Appointment of the Chief Minister2. The Dismissal of the Ministry3. The Dissolution of the legislativeAssembly4. Assent to billsa. 1,2 and 3b. 1,2,3 and 4c. 1,3 and 4

(Article 78) that proposals for legislationare to be communicated to the president bythea. Prime Ministerb. Speaker of the Lok Sabha andchairman of the Rajya Sabhac. Minister for lawd. Minister for Parliamentary affairs97. According to the constitution of India, ifthe president so requires it shall be theduty of the Prime Ministers to submit forthe consideration of the council ofministers any matter on which a decisionhas been taken by a minister but which hasnot been considered by the council. Thisensuresa. Collective responsibilityb. The status of the prime minister as thefirst among the equalsc. The power of the President to nullifythe decision of the ministerd. The inherent power of the minister totake a decision independent of thecouncil of ministers98. In which of the following the president ofIndia is not bound by the advice of thecouncil of ministers?1. The choice of the Prime Minister2. The dismissal of a Government whichrefuses to quit having lost its majorityin the house of the people3. the allocation of business4. the dissolution of the house whenappeal to the electorate becomesnecessarya. 1,2 and 3b. 1,2 and 4c. 1,3 and 4d. 2,3 and 499. Given below are two statements onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The central secretariat is athin-tank an vital treasure house of vitalinformation.Reason (R): The secretariat carries out acomprehensive and detailed scrutiny ofevery issue.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?100. An Election Commissioner shall not beremoved from office except on therecommendation of thea. President.

d. 2,3 and 4111. The highest policy making body in mattersrelating to national planning is thea. Planning Commissionb. Finance Commissionc. Inter-State Councild. National Development Council112. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The secretariat andexecutive departments have separateidentities.Reason (R): Heads of executivedepartments have different designations.In the context of the above two statementswhich one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true113. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): There is no fixed tenurefor the post of Chief Secretary.Reason (R): The A.R.C. has not made anyspecificIn the context of the above two statements,which one of the following is correct?a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true114. Which one of the following is NOT afunction of the Directorate?a. Formulation of the budget of thedepartmentb. Inspection of the execution of work bythe field officersc. Rendering of technical advice to theminister/secretaryd. Coordination of inter-departmentalfunctions.115. Who among the following are among

b. Supreme Courtc. Chief Election Commissionerd. Law Minister101. Which of the following wererecommended by the Kothari Committee?1. Holding a common examination forrecruitment to the I.A.S., I.P.S andother civil services2. Holding a foundation courseexamination3. Holding a post-foundation courseexamination4. Introducing some specified languagesin addition to Hindi and English asMedia for the civil servicesexaminationa. 1 onlyb. 1 and 5c. 1,2,3 and 4d. 1,3,4 and 5102. Which one of the following statementsabout a member of the Union Publicservice commission on his ceasing to holdoffice is INCORRECT?a. He is eligible to be appointed aschairman of the U.P.S.C.b. He is ineligible to be appointed aschairman of any state PSCc. He is ineligible for employment underthe government of India.d. He is ineligible for employment underthe state governments103. Who among the following is aconstitutional authority for whose removalform office by the president a referent tothe Supreme Court is necessary?a. Supreme Court is necessary?b. Chairman and member of the UnionPublic service commissionc. Judge of the Supreme Courtd. The Chief Election Commissioner104. The constitution of India enjoins up on thegovernment to consult the Public servicecommission in disciplinary matters. Whichone of the following is an institutionwhose emergence cannot exactly bereconciled with the constitution prescribedrole of the Public Service Commissiona. The administrative reformscommissionb. The central Bureau of investigationc. The central vigilance commissiond. The law commission

those who comprise the Zila Parished?1. Chairman/Presidents of the PanchayatSamitis within the jurisdiction of thedistrict.2. MPs. MLAs and MLCs whoseconstituencies are in the district.3. Representatives of co-operativesocieties, municipalities, notified areacommittee etc.4. Health care specialists.a. 1 and 2b. 1,2 and 3c. 1,2 and 4d. 2,3 and 4116. Given below are two statements, onelabeled as Assertion (A) and the otherlabeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): The collector needs toensure provision of necessary inputs bydifferent agencies for the district.Reason (R): Panchayati Raj bodies doprovide all the inputs needed fordevelopment.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOT acorrect explanation of Ac. A is true bur R is falsed. A is false but R is true117. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. Panchayati Raj ElectionsB. Democratic DecentralizationC. Nagar PanchayatsD. Block CommitteesList II1. 74th Amendment2. 73rd Amendment3. B.R. Mehta Committee4. Intermediate level5. Ashok Mehta CommitteeA B C Da. 1 5 2 4b. 2 3 1 4c. 1 5 4 3d. 2 1 5 3118. Which of the following are the importantfeatures of 73rd constitution amendment inrespect of Panchayati Raj

105. Which one of the following is a centralServices?a. Educational servicesb. Agricultural servicesc. Overseas communication serviced. Cooperative service106. Of the following objectives which one isNOT an objective fundamental course atthe L.B.S. National Academy?a. To facilitate interchange of personnelamong the different servicesb. To develop certain basic professionaland humanistic values among theprobationersc. To propose esprit die corps among theprobationersd. To impart a basic understanding of theconstitutional socio-economic, cultureand historical frame work of publicadministration

1. Direct election of members at all levels2. Mandatory provision for holdingelections3. Direct election of the chairpersons atthe village level4. Indirect election of chairpersons at theintermediate and district levelsa. 1,2 and 3b. 2,3 and 4c. 1,2 and 4d. 1,3 and 4119. Which of the following is correct inrespect of financial powers of localgovernments in India?a. Local governments haveconstitutionally earmarked taxationpowerb. Local Governments are empowered tolevy such taxes as are permitted underthe lawc. Local Governments are empowered tolevy charges on all items within theirsphere of activities.d. Local Governments are empowered tolevy taxes with the permission of thedepartment concerned.120. The main sources of revenue of urbanlocal bodies in India are1. Taxes2. Fees and fines3. Grants4. Service chargesa. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 1,2 and 3d. 1,3 and 4

Paper : IAS Public Administration PRELIM - 1997 Question PaperTime Allowed : Two Hours Maximum Marks : 3001 . Which one of the following statements is incorrect in respect of Simon’s decisions making theory?(a) Deciding is as Important as doing(b) Decisions are, in the final analysis, composite(c) Administrative man maximizes(d) There is always a means-ends relationship2. Which of the following statements regarding decision-making are attributable to Simon?1. Divorce of ends from means is false.2. Means also entail value assumptions.3. Traditional ends-means approach is not logical.

4. Behavior alternative model is superior.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 43 . ‘Decision-making necessitates the location and control of strategic factors,’ this view isexpressed by:(a) Fayol (b) Barnard (c) Likert (d) Simon4 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A): Though the decision making process is an important variable in the organization situation, it alone is not adequate to explain the totality of the organization picture.Reason (R): Decision-making is a process involving emotional, expressive, rational and instrumental dimensions. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true5 . The concept of satisfying behavior comes close to the economic concept of :(a) Maximizing output (b) Optimum output(c) Best output. (d) Easily achievable output6 . Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. Laissez-faire -Leader 1. DeserterB. Country-Club-Leader 2. CompromiseC. Task Management Leader 3. MissionaryD. Team Management Leader 4. Executive5. AutocratA B C D A B C D(a) 1 2 3 4 (b) 1 3 5 4(c) 3 1 5 2 (d) 2 1 4 37 . Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. Trait theory 1. Exchange process between leaders and followersB. Sociometric theory 2. Personality characteristic of a leaderC. Group theory 3. Environmental factorsD. Contingency theory 4. Goals and structure of an organization5. Facts and valuesA B C D A B C D(a) 1 2 3 4 (b) 2 4 1 3(c) 3 4 5 1 (d) 3 2 5 48 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Leadership comes from a complex relationship between the leader and the led conflicts that arise between the organization and its environment. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true9 . Which one of the following theories views leadership as a manipulative function?(a) Human Relations Theory (b) Scientific Management Theory(c) Classical Theory (d) Decision Making Theory

10 . Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled asReason (R) :Assertion (A) : The function of communication is not just to get something off the mind of thetransmitter.Reason (R) : Communication must create the desired impact at the receiving end.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true11 . Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled asReason (R) :Assertion (A) : Classical theorists did not take cognizance of the needs of individuals.Reason (R) : Need theorists believe that workers are motivated by their own intrinsic needs.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true12 . Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. ERG theory 1. A.H. MaslowB. Acquired-Needs 2. Clayton AlderferTheory .C. Hierarchy of Needs 3. David C. McClellandTheoryD. Equity Theory 4. J. S. AdamsA B C D A B C D(a) 2 3 1 4 (b) 2 1 3 4(c) 4 3 1 2 (d) 4 1 3 213 . Consider the following statements about Civil Service in a developing society:1. It should act as an agent of change.2. It should have concern for social equity.3. It should have concern for vested interests.4. It should be politically neutral.Which of the above are correct ?Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1, 2 and 3(c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 414 . Which one of the following shows the correct sequence of the four basic steps in the Position Classification Plan ?(a) Job analysis, Grouping of Positions, Standardization, Position allocation(b) Standardization, Job analysis, Grouping of Positions, Position allocation(c) Grouping of Position, Job analysis, Position allocation, Standardization(d) Position allocation, Standardization, Job analysis, Grouping of Positions15 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion {A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Rank classification facilitates literal entry.Reason (R) : Rank classification facilitates transfers within the service.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true

16 . ” The most illustrious English jurists have been men who have never opened a law book till after the close of a distinguished academic career…” This statement was made in favor of(a) a test of scholastic abilities for entry into civil services(b) training civil servants for functional specialization(c) a test after training of civil servants(d) a period of probation for civil servants17 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Recruitment has been regarded as the most important function of personnel administration.Reason (R) : All other aspect of personnel administration are dependent upon right recruitment. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true18. Which of the following regarding training in civil service are true?1. It should be of a continuous nature.2. It should be for upgrading the skills.3. It should be for updating the knowledge.4. It should be delinked from promotion.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2, 3 and 419 . Which of the following can be used to ensure objectivity in assessing the suitability of candidates for promotion?1. Prescribing such criteria as qualifications and experience.2. Laying down qualities to be assessed3. Requiring reasons to be recorded for denial of promotion.4. Requiring adverse reports to be given to the employee concerned.5. Constituting multimember boards for the purpose.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1, 2, 4 and 5 (b) 1, 2, 3 and 4(c) 1, 2, 3 and 5 (d) 2, 3, 4 and 520 . According to Lopez, which of the following are the primary purposes of performance evaluation?1. Information 2. Control 3. Review. 4. Motivation 5. DevelopmentSelect the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2,3 and 4(c) 1, 4 and 5 (d) 3, 4 and 521 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Staff councils are the best device to resolve the disputes between the government and public employee.Reason (R) : Cordial relations between the employer and employees are indispensable for optimum productivity of an organization.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true22 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :

Assertion (A) : Public employees, like others, should have the right to demonstrate in order to arouse public conscience about their grievances.Reason (R) : The government as a model employer is required to provide fair conditions of service.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true23 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : The principle of ‘fair comparison’ for determination of salaries in the civil service, is NOT acceptable.Reason (R) : Public Administration has no profit motive.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not tile correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true24 . Which of the following are major considerations in salary structuring for civil service?1. Ability to pay 2. productivity 3. Adequacy 4. RationalitySelect the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 425 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Restrictions on political activities of public employees are in their own interests. Reason (R) : Neutrality of civil servants ensures that all of them are treated alike.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true26 . Which of the following are included in the principles of anonymity of civil service?1. Non-accountability of the civil service to the legislature2. Civil servants becoming professional experts3.Application of the doctrine of ministerial responsibility4. Explaining by civil servants what their departments are doingChoose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3(c) 1,2 and 3. (d) 2, 3 and 427 . Which one of the following is a common objective of the ‘Rule of Lapse’, ‘Sunset Legislation’ and ‘Zero-Based Budgeting’?(a) Economy in expenditure(b) Legislative control(c) Review and reauthorization of expenditures(d) Ensuring achievement of physical targets28 . Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. The Speaker 1.Fixes the time limit for discussion of DemandsB. The Finance Minister 2. Examines the financial operation of the executiveC. The President 3. Makes mention in the Parliament about the annual financial statementD. The C & AG 4. Participates in the formulation of Five Year PlanA B C D A B C D

(a) 1 4 3 2 (b) 4 1 2 3(c) 1 4 2 3 (c) 4 1 3 229. Given below are two statements, one labeled as R. Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Re-appropriation is an executive act.Reason (R) : Re-appropriation is permissible to meet the expenditure in a new service.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true30 . In the context of the budget, the term guillotine is used with reference to(a) Appropriation bill(b) Consolidated fund charges(c) Voting of Demands(d) Finance Bill31 . Which of the following form part of the budget in India?1. Estimated income and expenditure for the following year2. Revised figures for the preceding year3. Revised estimates for the current year4. Actual figures for the previous yearSelect the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 3 and 432 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : The Ministry of Finance is no longer the central agency to exercise control over finances.Reason (R) : Administrative ministries demand greater delegation of financial powers from the Finance Ministry for speedy implementation of development programmes.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the Correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(a) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true33 . Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. Voting on the 1. Prior consent of the demands for grants PresidentB. Budget 2. Not subject to vote of ParliamentC. Money Bill 3. Al instrument of socioeconomic changeD. Charged Expenditure 4. Enactment of Budget5. Public Accounts CommitteeA B C D A B C D(a) 4 3 1 2 (b) 3 4 2 5(c) 1 3 4 2 (d) 1 4 3 234 . In the h1dian budgetary system, pending the passage of Finance Bill in the Parliament, the provisional collection under Tax Act, 1931 empowers the government to collect taxes for a period of(a) 50 days (b) 60 days (c) 75 days (d) 90 days35 . Which of the following are included in Budgetary Control by executive?1. Allotment2. Apportionment3. Audit4. SanctionsSelect the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2,3 and 4 (b) 1,2 and 4(c) 1 and 2 (d) 3 and 436 . Which one of the following is NOT the occasion for criticizing the administration in the Lok Sabha?(a) General discussion on the budget(b) Voting on demands for grants(c) Motion of tanks to the President(d) Discussion on the finance Bill37 . Which one of the following is NOT a function of the Committee on Subordinate Legislation? (a) To evolve a systematic pattern of the terms of delegation ,(b) To improve the methods of publicity of the rules(c) To lay down rules and regulations on the table of the House(d) To achieve uniformity in rule-making procedures38. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : The Legislature exerts authority over administration through the appropriation process.Reason (R) : The gross amount of the appropriation determines the volume of official activity and an itemized appropriation act may leave little or no administrative discretion.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explaT1ation of A(b) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true39. Which of the following are tools of executive control over administration?1. Budget 2. Civil Service Code3. Audit by C & AG 4. Rule-making powerChoose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 3 and 440. The most important device of supplying power to the judiciary to invalidate a Statute in India is provided by:(a) The Directive Principles of State Policy(b) The Fundamental Rights(c) Articles 350 and 351(d) Prerogative Writs41. Under which of the following circumstances judicial intervention in administration is justified? 1. When there is abuse of discretion2. When there is honest difference of opinion3. When there is error of law4. When there is lack of jurisdictionSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 3 and 4(c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 442 . The specific purpose of the proposed institution of Lok Pal is to(a) strengthen legislative control over administration(b) supplement Judicial Control over administration(c) protect and promote insufficient administration(d) enable effective popular control over administration43 . Which of the following are emphasized by Riggs to compare administrative systems?1. Model building2. Cultural Dimension3. Ecological perspective4. Structure-functional approachSelect the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 444 . In which one of the following countries is control over the administration through questions and motions to ‘no confidence’ NOT possible ?(a) Pakistan (b) Britain(c) USA (d) France45 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Comparative Public Administration is an attempt to study administrative systems in their ecological settings.Reason (R) : Socio-economic context has a bearing on administration.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true46. The major conceptual achievement of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 in the USA is the vindication of the(a) inadequate validity of the merit principle(b) separation of managerial, political and legal aspects of personnel administration(c) defect of bipartisan nature of the erstwhile C. S. Commission(d) merits of the theory of checks and balances47. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. Northgate Trevelyan Report 1. Organization of permanent civil serviceB. The Pendleton Act 2. Training of Police PersonnelC. Hoover Commission Report 3. Civil Service Examination reformD. Satish Chandra Committee Report 4. Political activities of civil servants5. Introducting Merit System:A B C D A B C D(a) 5 4 2 3 (b) 2 3 4 1(c) 1 5 4 3 (d) 1 5 3 248. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : The Soviet bureaucracy had a subordinate relationship with the Communist Party.Reason (R) : The functions of the Soviet Government used to be controlled and directed by the Communist Party.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true49 . Which one of the following statements is correct?(a) What the Treasury does in U.K. is done.(b) What the Treasury does in U.K. is shared by three agencies in U.S.A.- The Treasury, theOffice of Personnel Management and the Merit Systems protection Board.(c) What the Treasury does in U.K. is done by the U.S. Treasury.(d) There are Civil Service Commissions in both the U.K. and the U.S.A50 . Which of the following are distinct features of the British Civil Service as compared with the French Civil Service?1. Dominance of generalist administrators.2. Anonymity of central government officers.3. Restriction on political rights of civil servants.4. Appointment of the members of the British Administrative class as Chief Executive officers

of Local Authorities.Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 4(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 451 . The term ‘Shadow Cabinet’ in Britain refers to(a) the Cabinet that is still in the process of formation(b) the Cabinet Committee that functions under the guidance of the Cabinet(c) a group of opposition party members with assigned roles(d) the team of intellectuals advising the Cabinet52 . In which one of the following countries can a citizen / get speedy justice against the wrongful acts of officials?(a) India (b) France (c) USA (d) England53 . Which of the following statements are true of Public Administration in France?1. The Prefect is now stripped off of much of his executive power and is rechristened ‘Commissioner of the Republic’2. The Prefect is now given more political and financial powers under a scheme of devolution of powers to communes.3. The regional prefects’ main role is to coordinate economic planning.4. The Mayors of local communes are independent of the state officials.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3(c) 2 and 3 (d) 2 and 454. Which of the following factors contributed to the movement for comparative studies in public administration?1. the attainment of independence by a large number of former colonial societies.2. The need to extend the scope of public administration as a discipline.3. The emphasis by the United Nations as greater interaction among its members.4. The involvement of a large number of scholars and practitioners of administration in the post-war reconstruction programmes.Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 2 and 4 (d) 3 and 455 . Which one of the following influenced the shaping of British administration in India ?(a) Fabianism (b) Utilitarianism (c) Pluralism (d) Mercantilism56 . The Central Board of Revenue has been set up by(a) the Constitution(b) the order of the Finance Minister(c) a Law of Parliament(d) a Presidential order57 . Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of Indian administration?(a) Uniformity(b) Decentralization(c) Diarchy(d) Independent Judiciary58 . The expression ‘Prime Ministerial form of government’ indicates a form of government in which (a) the Prime Minister is directly elected by the people(b) the Prime Minister heads a coalition(c) the Prime Minister is the Head of the State(d) the Prime Minister is no longer the first among equals but is dominant59 . Which of the following functions are performed by the Central Secretariat?1. Issuing proclamations of Emergency.2. Policymaking and its modification.3. Work concerning legislation.4. Exercising financial controls.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 4 (b) 3 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2, 3 and 460 . The Staff Selection Commission is(a) an ‘attached office’ under the Ministry of Personnel(b) a ’subordinate office’ of the UPSC(c) an autonomous body under the Ministry of Personnel(d) a statutory body under the UPSC61 . Which of the following statement regarding the Planning Commission is NOT true?1. It is a body consisting of only specialists.2. It has been regarded as a Super Cabinet.3. It consists of both generalists and specialist.4. It consists of nominees of the National Development Council.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 462 . One of the functions of the Planning Commission is to(a) accordance among the states(b) recommend Plan Grants for public purpose(c) supervise the implementation of deregulation(d) recommend grants-in-aid of revenue63 . Which one of the following statements is NOT correct?(a) The Planning Commission prepares the plans in consultation with Union Ministries and State Governments(b) The various central ministries and state governments draw up their own plans according to their needs irrespective of the allocations of funds(c) An effort is made through negotiations and discussions to arrive at an agreement among the central ministries and state governments on priorities for planned development.(d) The Draft of the Ave Year Plan prepared by the Planning Commission is placed before the National Development Council for its approval.64 . Which of the following are NOT subject to the detailed audit of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India?1. All Cooperative Societies.2. All Public Corporations.3. All civil expenditure.4. All defence expenditure.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 465 . The Comptroller and Auditor General of India submits three reports to the Parliament/State Legislatures. Which one of the following reports does NOT come under that category?(a) Audit Report on Finance Accounts(b) Audit Report on Appropriation Accounts(b) Audit Report on Capital Accounts(d) Audit Report on Commercial and Public Sector Enterprises.66 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Proper maintenance of accounts of the public funds and their audit by an agency independent of the executive control are essential for an efficient administration of public finances. Reason (R) : The spending authorities should produce receipts or vouchers concerning every paisa which they spend.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A

(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true67 . Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of a government company?(a) It has an audit board of its own(b) It is a body corporate(c) It is owned by the state(d) Its employees are not civil servants.68 . Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. Organized as a major sub-division 1. Public Corporationof a department of governmentB. Represents a combination of 2. Control Boardgovernment ownership and businessmanagementC. The Articles of Association are 3. Departmental Undertakingdrawn up by the government andcan be revised by itD. Devised for multi-purpose project 4. Government CompanyA B C D A B C D(a) 4 1 3 2 (b) 3 1 4 2(c) 3 2 4 1 (d) 4 2 3 169. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A): There is a feeling that the institution of All India Services needs reconsideration. Reason (R): Members of the. All India Services foster national integration, as they are recruited from different parts of the country.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A .(b) Both A and R are true but R is not ti1e correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true70. Which of the following are the features of All India Services?1. They are common to both Central and State Governments.2. They are common to all offices of the Government of India throughout the country.3. The concept of All India Service is based on Tenure System.4. The members of All India Services are representatives ‘of the Central Government.Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 correct(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 371 . Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List II(Organisation) (Function)A. Ministry of Home Affairs 1. Management of IASB. U.P.S.C. 2. Recruitment to Class III (Non-Technical) PostsC. Ministry of Personnel 3. Cadre controlling of I.P .S.D. Staff Selection commission 4. Recruitment to Class II posts5. Advising on inter-service promotionsA B C D A B C D(a) 3 5 2 1 (b) 3 5 1 2(c) 1 3 5 4 (d) 5 2 3 172 . Which of the following statements are NOT correct?1. A Member of UPSC holds office for a term of six years or until he attains the age of 65 years 2. A Member of UPSC is eligible for reappointment for the same post for a second term.3. A Member of UPSC can accept employment under Central State government after

retirement. 4. A Member of UPSC can accept employment as a member of state P.S.C. after retirement. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) l and 2 (b) 1 and 4(c) 1,.2 and 3 (d) 2, 3 and 473. Which of the following ensure functional autonomy of the UPSC?1. the Chairman and Members can be removed only on the grounds given in the Constitution.2. The expenditure of the Commission is a charge on the Consolidated Fund of India.3. The Members and Chairman are allowed to accept jobs after retirement.4. The Chairman and Members being civil servants function in a neutral manner.Select the correct using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 474 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A): For IAS probationers, “sandwich ” training method is employed.Reason (R) : Field training is useful for providing an insight into the actual administrative situation. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true75. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A) : A generalist may be defined as a public servant who does not have a special background and is easily transferable to any department.Reason (R): A generalist by virtue of his general knowledge is capable of working in any department.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are hue and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true76 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Civil servants are influenced in their work by political executives because they know the latter have support in the Cabinet.Reason (R) : Civil servants put up only proposals as are likely to be approved by the Ministers. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are hue and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true77 . Which of the following are the functions of the Chief Minister?1. To communicate to the Central Government an the decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the State.2. To instruct District Connectors to carry out and the decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the State.3. To communicate to the Governor an decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the State.4. To communicate to the Governor an decisions of the Council of Ministers regarding proposals for legislation.Select the correct using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 4(c) 2 and 3 (d) 3 and 4

78 . Which one among the following is NOT the function of the State Secretariat?(a) To assist the Minister in the formulation of policy(b) To act as a channel of communication between one Government and an other(c) To prepare drafts of legislation to be introduced in the Assembly(d) To assist the legislature in its secretarial work79 . Which of the following are the positions enjoined upon the Chief Secretary of a State?1. Secretary to the Cabinet.2. Chief Advisor to the Chief Minister.3. Chief of the Secretaries.4. Head of the Civil Service:5. Representative of the State in all legal matters.Choose the correct answer from the codes given below(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3, 4 and 580 . Which of the following statements are true?1. The territorial jurisdictions of the regional end district offices are coterminous2. The territorial jurisdictions of regional offices of different departments are not coterminous.3. The territorial jurisdiction of regional offices of the central and state governments are one and the same.4. The territorial jurisdictions of the regional and district offices are different.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 3(c) 2 and 4 (d) 3 and 481 . In which one of the following districts has the ‘Files to Field’ programme been introduced?(a) Sirmour (H.P.)(b) Ahmedabad (Gujarat)(c) Ahmednagar (Maharashtra)(d) Sambalpur (Orissa)82 . Which one of the following is NOT a function of Deputy Commissioner/District Collector?(a) Maintenance of law and order(b) Survey and Settlement(c) Trial of cases under IPC(d) Enforcing provisions of Cr. P.C.83 . Which of the following are provided for in the 73rd Constitutional Amendment?1. Elections through Chief Election Commissioner.2. Devolution of functions by State government.3. Creation of State Finance Commission.4. Setting up a three-tiered Indian Federation.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 484 . Which of the following are true regarding the I.RD.P?1. It is Uni.-dimensional in nature.2. It adopts a holistic approach.3. It calls for a high level of coordination.4. It is mainly a poverty alleviation programme.Select the correct answer using the codes given below :(a) 1,2 and 3 (b) 1,3 and 4(c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2 and 485 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled asReason (R).Assertion (A) : Multiplicity of authorities in urban areas has added to the problems of citizens.

Reason (R) : New special purpose agencies have been created for urban functions.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true86 . Which of the following cause the creation of slums in large urban centers?1. Increased economic activity in urban areas2. Per capita income being higher in metro cities.3. Increased government regulations for urban development.4. Out migration from small urban centres.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 4(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 487 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : State government are obliged to appoint a State Finance Commission under the Constitution. .Reason (R) : The quantum of money to be paid annually by the state governments to the local bodies is determined by the State Finance Commission.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true88 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : The Directorates of Local Bodies in States . supervise the working of Municipal Corporations.Reason (R) : The State governments need to exercise control over all the local bodies.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R. is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true89 . Which of the following are provided for by the 74 th Constitutional Amendment in respect of Municipal Corporations?1. Seats to be filled by direct elections on the basis of wards.2. Reservation of seats for SC/ST.3. Reservation of seats for backward classes.4. One-third reservation of seats for women.Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 4(c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 490. .Gerald Caiden has mentioned that the crucial role as assumed by public administration in contemporary society is(a) Institutionalization of Socio-economic change(b) Strengthening of roots of democracy(c) Demoralizing administration(d) Strengthening of human relations in administration91. From the Value-Fad stand point, various approaches to the study of Public Administration may be classified as(a) empirical and normative approach(b) philosophical and historical approaches

(c) legal and behavioral approaches(d) structural and ecological approaches92. Administration is politics since it must be responsive to the public interest.” This statement was made by(a) L. Urwick (b) John M. Piffner(c) Paul H. Appleby (d) L. Gulick93. Which of the following statements regarding “New Public Administration ” are true?1. It rejects that public administration which is value-free.2. It rejects politics-administration dichotomy.3. It rejects that public administration which is not properly involved in policy.4. It is more or less bureaucratic and hierarchical.Which of the above are true?Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 494. In which of the following directions does public administration move at present?1. Multi-foci in study.2. Mini-paradigms.3. New Public Administration.4. Locus and focus approach.Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 1 and 3 (d) 4 only95. Consider the following statements about the post-World War” writing in Public Administration?1. These seek to undertake cross-cultural studies.2. These seek to evolve a true science of administration based on interdisciplinary approach.3. These seek to develop appropriate methodology.4. These seek to analyze all types of social phenomena.Which of the above are true?Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 496. In the evolution of Public Administration there has been a shift in emphasis during successive periods. In this context which of the following pairs are correctly matched?1. 1887-1926…………. Crisis of Identity2. 1910-1920…………. Scientific Management3. 1920-1947………….. Human Relations4. 1948-1966………….. BehaviorismChoose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 2, 3 and 4 (b) 1, 2 and 3(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2 and 497. Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?(a) Public Administration —Collective activity organisation and mannagement of men and material (b) Development Administration —Change and Administrative Responsiveness, Rationality, Management-Worker relations .(c) Comparative Public Administration— From ideograph to nomothetic(d) New Public Administration— Relevance, values, social equity, change98. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : The principal objective of scientific management is to secure maximum prosperity for the employer, coupled with maximum prosperity for employees.Reason (R) : The philosophy of Scientific Management is that there is no inherent conflict in the interests of the employer , workers and consumers.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?

(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true99. According to Taylor, Mental Revolution is(a) substitution of war by peace and cooperation instead of strife(b) co-operation instead of strife and efficiency device(c) efficiency device and piece-rate system(d) substitution of war by peace and piece-rate system100. Which one of the following statements is incorrect respect of Taylor?(a) His view of man was too mechanistic(b) He upheld the carrot and stick approach(c) He was preoccupied with efficiency(d) He stood for creative relationship with work101. Which of the following are categories of persons’, categorized in an organisation by Max Weber?Those who1.are accustomed to obey commands.2. are personally interested in continuing domination.3. evince interest in promoting change.4. keep them in readiness to perform changing functions.Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 4102. Give the below are two statements one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R)Assertion (A) : The developing countries bureaucracy plays a dominant role.Reason (R) : Weber brought out the merits of bureaucratic system. .In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true103. The ‘gangplank’ idea is found in the works of(c) Fayol (b) Follett(c) Barnard (d) Simon104. The classical theory of organisation is known as mechanistic theory because(a) it does not explain the dynamics of organizational behavior(b) it establishes a formally declared pattern of relationship(c) it underestimates human factors and oversimplifies motivation(d) it treats organization as a closed system105. Mayo made out a case for skills that are:(a) human and interactive(b) social and adaptive(c) scientific and normative(d) technical and empirical106. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A) : Mayo’s recommendations are immensely useful not only in the industrial sector but also in ‘the administrative system of a state.Reason (R) : Human beings in all kinds of Organization have some common social needs, feelings, attitudes and desires.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A

(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true107. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I (Approaches) List II (Defining Features)A. Behavioral 1. DescriptiveB. Systems 2. EvolutionaryA. Historic 3. Interact ionalD. Institutional 4. ScientificA B C D A B C D(a) 4 3 2 1 (b) 4 3 1 2(c) 3 4 2 1 (c) 3 4 1 2108. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. Distinction between 1. Herbert A. Simonobedience and acceptanceB. Distinction between ‘economic 2. Chester Barnardman’ and ‘administrative man’C. Distinction between 3. F. W. Taylor‘charismatic’ ‘traditional’and ‘legal rational authority’D. Distinction between 4. Max Weber‘principles’ and ‘mechanicsof management’ 5. H. FayolA B C D A B C D(a) 2 1 4 3 (b) 1 3 5 2(c) 2 3 4 1 (d) 1 3 2 5109. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:List I List IIA. Top-down Theory 1. A H. MaslowB. Bottom-up Theory 2. F. W. TaylorC. Self actualization Theory 3. Norbert WienerD. Cybernetic Theory 4. C. BarnardA B C D A B C D(a) 4 2 3 1 (b) 2 4 1 3(c) 4 2 1 3 (d) 2 4 3 1110. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : In systems approach, the process and the course of action is adapted to suit the requirements of the situation.Reason (R) : The organization has a social purpose’ and is a part of the prevailing environment. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A .(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true111. Which of the following are implied by Hierarchy?1. Higher levels cannot take disciplinary action against subordinates.2. Higher levels have the freedom to carry out the operations.3. Upper levels set the goals to be pursued.4. Lower levels take action to pursue the goals.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 4

112. The scalar principle refers to as(a) classification of civil servants according to their scales of pay(b) grading of duties according to the degree of authority(c) organizing the relations between members of ‘line’ and ’staff agencies(d) governing the allocation of persons, to the different levels in the hierarchy113. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other 1abeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Unity of command means that the entire organization has only one boss and one plan of action to promote efficiency and effectiveness.Reason (R) : The concept of unity of command is proposed as substitute to the “Functional foremanship”In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true114. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) .Assertion (A) : Span of control depends on personal qualities, skills and experience.Reason (R) : Empirical studies have found that the span of control will be small if organizational units are located at different places.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true. but R- is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true115. Which one of the following is NOT a proposition in Theory X ?(a) Man wishes to avoid responsibility(b) Man has an inherent liking for work(c) Man must be coerced for working(d) Man must be threatened with punishment116. Who among the following do NOT up hold the acceptance theory of authority ?1. Taylor2. Fayol3. Barnard4. SimonSelect the correct answer from the codes given below:(a} l and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 3 and 4 (d) l and 4117. Given below are .two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Coordination can be achieved by establishing direct Personal contact with the people concernedReason (R) : Inter-personal communication facilitates quick resolution of differences.In the context of the above two statements, which one of. the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true .and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true118 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Delegation is not a process of abdication.Reason (R) : The delegate does not shirk his responsibility.In the context of the above two statements, Which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A .

(b) Both A and R are true .but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true119 . Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R) :Assertion (A) : Supervision involves inspecting the activities of the subordinates so that they work towards the goal of the organization.Reason (R) : Individuals have a tendency to work for the achievement of their own ends.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true120. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R):Assertion (A) : Division between one and Staff cannot be watertight.Reason (R) : Authority is more a matter of influence rather than of command.In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false(d) A is false but R is true


1. The Railway budget was separated fromthe Central Budget in the yeara. 1920b. 1921c. 1922d. 19232. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha has beenempowered to exercise 'Guillotine'a. After demands are discussedb. after demands are discussed and passedc. When the time allotted for budgetdiscussions is exhaustedd. when the demands are passed with acut3. Which of the following are ensured by theBudget?1. Financial and legal accountability ofthe Executive to the Legislature.2. Accountability of each subordinateauthority is Executive to the oneimmediately above in the hierarchy3. Accountability of the legislature to theJudiciary4. Accountability of government

17. The 'Navratna' policy of the Governmentof India provides the PSUs with which ofthe following?1. flexibility2. Financial autonomy3. Administrative autonomy4. Freedom for joint venture with equitywithin 5% of their net wortha. 1 and 4b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1,2 and 3d. 1, 2, 3 and 418. The Dis-investment Commission hasproposed a stock option scheme for theemployees of PSUs. which of thefollowing are its main features?1. No physical transfer of shares from thePSUs to their employee2. Management of the shares by a trustcomposed of experts3. Allotment of shares to new employees4. Sale of shares in the stock market bythe shareholding employeesa. l and 4b. 1, 2 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 419. Consider the following steps:

departments to Finance Ministry.a. l and 2b. 1,3 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 44. Which of the following Committeesconsist of representatives of both theHouses namely Lok Sabha and RajyaSabha?1. Estimate Committee2. Committee on Subordinate Legislation3. Public Accounts Committee4. Committee on Public Undertakingsa. l and 4b. 1, 2 and 35. 2, 3 and 46. 1, 2, 3 and 45. Which of the following tools of controlmay be adopted for raising a discussion inHouse on a matter of urgent publicimportancea. Censure motionb. Adjournment motionc. Calling attentiond. Cut motion6. Consider the following statements:The proposal to merge the Air-India andIndian Airlines into a single holdingcompany is designed to1. achieve flexibility and co-ordination2. increasing competitiveness3. avoid financial loss4. get rid of surplus staffOf these statementsa. 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correctb. 1 and 4 are correctc. 1, 2 and 3 are correctd. 2, 3 and 4 are correct7. A Judicial remedy whereby the Stateinquires into the legality of the claimwhich a party asserts to an office orfranchise, is better known asa. Mandamusb. Certioraric. Prohibitiond. Quo Warrant8. Which one of the following statementsabout the Planning Commission in India is

1. Closure of sick units2. Nationalization of joint public privateunits3. Introduction of MOU system4. Golden hand-shake5. National Renewal Fund The reformsteps taken by the Government of Indiaprior to its New Economic Policyregarding the public sectorundertakings includea. l and 2b. 1, 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3, 4 and 5d. 3, 4 and 520. There shall be a Council of Ministers withthe Prime Minister as the head to aid andadvice the President who shall in theexercise of his functions act in accordancewith his advice. This provision in theConstitution has been laid down by whichone of the following ConstitutionalAmendment Act?a. 41stb. 42ndc. 43rdd. 72nd21. Match List I (features of the IndianConstitution with List II (their sources)and select the correct answer:List IA. Fundamental RightsB. Directive Principles of State PolicyC. Emergency PowersD. Rule of LawList II1. Germany2. U. S. A.3. U. K.4. IrelandCode:A B C Da. 4 2 3 1b. 2 4 1 3c. 4 2 1 3d. 2 4 3 122. Which of the following statements aretrue?1. In USA, there is a legal ban strikes bypublic employees2. In India, strike by public employees is

true?a. It is a constitutional bodyb. it is a statutory bodyc. It has been created by an executiveorderd. It is quasi-judicial in character9. Which one of the following is NOT afunction of the Plan- Ding Commission ofIndia?a. Formulation of a planb. Execution of development plansc. Appraisal of plan progressd. Making recommendations on policyand administration10. Out of the various forms of publicenterprises in India, which one of thefollowing is constituted through a separatestatutory enactment?a. Departmentalb. Corporationc. Companyd. Control Board11. Which one of the following commissionsrecommended the setting up of a PublicService Commission for recruitment ofpersonnel to the Public Services in India ?a. Simon Commissionb. Lee Commissionc. Atlee Commissiond. Radcliff Commission12. Consider the following statements:The Finance Commission makesrecommendations to the President inrespect of1. the distribution of net proceeds oftaxes to be shares between the Unionand the States2. assessment of natural, capital andhuman resources3. the principles governing grants in aidto the States4. any other matter concerning financialrelations between the Union and theStatesOf these statements :a. 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correctb. 2 and 4 are correct

an offence under the Essential ServicesAct3. In UK, the National Whitely Council'sresolution bans strikes by publicemployees4. In UK, executive rules regard strikes asoffences by public employeesa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 423. Consider the following statements:The Comparative Public Administrationmethod of Rigs emphasizes a shift from1. normative to empirical2. ideograph to homothetic3. bureaucratic to non-bureaucratic4. historical to philosophical5. Of these statements the correctstatements area. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 3, 4 and 5d. 2, 4 and 524. Under their service rules, the British CivilServants are required to bea. neutral in politicsb. can be partisanc. can be partly neutral and partlypartisand. can pursue active party politics25. The credit for coining and applying theconcept of indicative planning goes toa. erstwhile USSRb. Britainc. USAd. France26. In which of the following modern states dothe civil servants enjoy the legal right totake time off from their administrativecareer duties and responsibilities in orderto contest elections and join politics for aterm?a. USAb. Britainc. Russiad. France27. Consider the following statements:The members of the erstwhile Soviet

c. 1, 3 and 4 are correctd. 1, 2 and 3 are correct13. Who allocates the business to variousMinistries and Departments in theGovernment of India ?a. President's Secretariatb. Prime Minister's Secretariatc. Parliament's Secretariatd. Cabinet Secretariat14. Which of the following are some of thefunctions of the Cabinet Secretariat ?1. To provide secretarial assistance to theCabinet2. To provide secretarial services tovarious standing committees and'adhoc committees of the Cabinet3. To assist ministers in the discharge oftheir parliamentary responsibilitiesa. 1, 2 and 3b. 1 and 2c. 1 and 3d. 2 and 315. Consider the following statements:The working of India's ONGC reveals thatGovernment (Ministry of Petroleum) hasbestowed on it1. financial freedom2. operational freedom3. freedom to take decision at the fieldmanager level4. freedom from administered prices5. freedom for personnel management .Of these statementsa. 1 alone is correctb. 1 and 2 are correctc. 2, 3, 4 and 5 are correctd. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are correct16. The economic liberalization policy of theGovernment of India has provided forwhich of the following measures for thereforms of the public enterprises ?1. Exit Policy2. Privatization of PSUs3. Providing autonomy to top profitmaking

bureaucracy1. had the right to participate in activeparty politics2. could not take part in party politics3. could criticize the policies of thegovernment4. had the right to pursue privateeconomic activitiesOf these statements :a. 1 alone is correctb. 1 and 4 are correctc. 2 and 3 are correctd. 2, 3 and 4 are correct28. The United States established the meritsystem of recruitment to the civil servicesthrougha. the Pendleton Actb. the Budget and Accounting Actc. the Civil Service Reform Actd. an executive order of the President29. Consider the following statements :The Civi1 Service Reform Act,1978 ofUnited States introduced1. performance-budgeting system2. performance bonus for members of thesenior executive service3. merit pays provision for middlemanagerial personnel4. performance appraisal system5. office of Personnel ManagementOf these statements :a. 1, 2 and 3 are correctb. 2, 3 and 4 are correctc. 2, 3 and 5 are correctd. 1, 4 and 5 are correct30. Which of the following models weredesigned by Fred Riggs for the study ofthe administrative of developing nations?1. Bureaucratic2. Decision-making3. Non-government4. Prismatic/sala / bazaar canteen5. Agreria-Industriala. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 4 and 5d. 1, 4 and 5

units4. Globalization of PSUsSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 3b. 1 and 2c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 4

31. Who among the following remained theChairman of the ComparativeAdministration Group for ten years in theUnited States?a. Woodrow Wilsonb. Herbert Simonc. Dwight Waldod. Fred Riggs32. Consider the following statements Duringthe regime of Margaret Thatcher, Britainworked towards1. strengthening the civil service2. weakening the administrative state3. strengthening the market economy4. weakening the welfare state5. privatizing the public sector unitsOf these statements :a. 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correctb. 1, 2, 4 and 5 are correctc. 1, 3 and 5 are correctd. 2, 3, 4and 5 are correct33. When there is no majority in the StateLegislature Assembly the principalconsideration governing the choice of theChief Minister by the Governor of theState is thea. ability of the person who is most likelyto command a stable , majority in theHouseb. largest political party in the LegislativeAssemblyc. the combination of several parties as aunitd. the loyalty and support of the party

46. Assertion (A) : The responsibility andauthority of each supervisor should beclearly defined in writing.Reason (R) : Responsibility should alwaysbe coupled with corresponding authority .a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true47. Assertion (A) : In every modem state theevery increasing administration hasfocused attention on the urgent need forunity in administration.Reason (R) : Integration and co-ordinationhave, therefore, become Sine-qua-non of agood administrative system today.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true48. Assertion (A) : In an organisation such anenvironment should be created thateveryone puts in his best in the work andthe result is maximum output,Reason ( R) : Supervision is to achieve coordinationamong the various units of anorganisation.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true49. Assertion (A) : It is not always easy toseparate means from ends while makingdecisions.Reason (R) : An apparent and may be only

members to their respective partyprograms and policies34. Which one of the following is a form ofurban governance found in India?a. Council Mayorb. Commissionerc. Mayor-in-Councild. Council-Manager35. Consider the following:1. Rural-Urban Relationship Committee2. The Committee of Ministers onAugmentation of Financial Resourcesof urban local bodies3. Local finance Enquirer Committee4. National Commission on UrbanizationThe correct chronological sequence isa. 2, 3, 4, 1b. 3, 2, 1, 4c. 2, 3, 1, 4d. 3, 2, 4, 136. "Local self government is and must be thebasis of any true system of democracy. Wehave got rather into the habit of thinkingdemocracy at the top and not so muchbelow. Democracy at the top may not be asuccess unless we build its foundationfrom below" This statement is attributed toa. Mahatma Gandhib. Jaiprakash Narainc. Jawaharlal Nehrud. Vinoba Bhave37. Nagar Palika Bill was first introduced inParliament during the Prime Ministershipofa. V. P. Singhb. Chandrashekharc. Rajiv Gandhid. Narasimha Rao38. The need for constitutional sanction tovillage panchayats was first felt bya. Balwant ray Mehta Committeeb. Asoka Mehta Committeec. V.K.R. Rao Committeed. L .M. Singhvi Committee39. State Finance Commission is

a means for some future end.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true50. Assertion (A) : Communication involvessomething more than will transmission ofmessage or transmission and physicalreceipt of the same.Reason (R) : Communication is theprocess through which two or morepersons exchange ideas.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true51. Assertion (A) : Leadership is a continuousprocess of influencing behaviorReason (R) : Leaders must show a genuinehuman concern for subordinates.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true52. Assertion (A) : "Grapevine" is a means ofcommunication. It stresses the operation ofsocial forces at work place.Reason (R) : Informal communicationhelps to minimize conflict in theorganization.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true53. Assertion (A) : Theory 'Y' suggests a newapproach and emphasizes the co-operativeeffort of management and employees.Reason (R) : Theory 'Y' emphasizes thatmost people have little capacity forcreativity.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

appointed bya State Government every five year todeterminea. financial resources of the state forplacing state's requirement before theUnion Governmentb. development requirements of the statefor formulating state Five year plansc. budgetary requirements of variousdepartments of the state governmentd. pattern of distribution of state's taxrevenue between the state governmentand local bodies (both rural and urban)and the pattern of grants-in-aid to localbodies40. Assertion (A) : The relation between ageneralist and a specialist is that of asenior and subordinate.Reason (R) : A specialist is required toassist the generalist in the formulation andimplementation of Public Policy.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true41. Assertion (A) : Both Public and PrivateAdministration operate in the same socialenvironment.Reason (R) : Pressure group activity ismore intense in Public than PrivateAdministration.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true42. Assertion (A) : Public Administration is anaction oriented applied social sciencebecause it is engaged in the task ofimplementing Public Policies.Reason (R) : The need to adoptmanagement science and techniques forimproving the skills of PublicAdministrators can hardly be

54. Assertion (A) : Lack of promotion systemhas a marked retroactive effect on allprocesses of personnel management.Reason (R) : Promotion system isvita1forattracting and retaining talentedpersons in public services.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true55. Assertion (A) : Though the Central Serviceofficers are not All India service officersthe nature of their task and postings makethem truly Ali-Indian character.Reason (R) : Unlike officers of All-Indiaservices (Central service officers do notwork under State governments whileworking in the States.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true56. Assertion (A) : In India the Governmentprovides for different kinds of mechanismfor the settlement of disputes with itsemployees.Reason (R) : Harmonious relationsbetween employees and the employer leadto optimum output.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true57. Assertion (A) : The estimates receivedfrom various, ministries are finallyscrutinized by the Union Finance MinistryReason (R) : The Union Finance Ministryconsists of Departments of Revenue,Expenditure, Economic Affairs, BankingFinancea. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true58. Assertion (A) : President of India is the

overemphasized.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true43. Assertion (A) : Public Administration ischaracterized by an absence of profitmotive.Reason (R) : The basic aim ofgovernmental activities is not to maximizeprofit, but to promote societal welfare.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true44. Assertion (A) : Development approach tothe study of Public Administrationemerged due to increased realisation oftheir relevance of the western concepts inunderstudying the problems of third worldnations.Reason (R) : Development approach aimsat establishing propositions aboutadministrative behavior, which transcendnational boundaries.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true45. Assertion (A) : Classical theory viewsorganisation as a formal structure ofauthority based on universal principles.Reason (R) : Classical theory views thehuman beings who run an organisation asmere cogs in the machine.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is false

Chief Executive of Government of India.Reason (R) : President of India is electedby the elected members of Parliament andelected members of state legislativeassemblies.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true59. Assertion (A) : Reservation of seats forwomen in Panchayati Raj bodies will pavethe way for their political empowerment.Reason (R) : Empowerment of women isessential for the achievement ofdemocracy and development.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true60. Assertion (A) : The Chief Minister of aState is the head of the Council ofMinisters of that State.Reason (R) : The Chief Minister isresponsible to State Legislative Assemblyand enjoys the support of a majority in theHouse.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

d. A is false but R is true

61. Which of the following pairs are correctlymatched ?1. New Public Administration……………….. Frank Marini2. Philosophy of Administration……………… L. Meriam3. Politics Administration Dichotomy…………….. W. Wilson4. Conflict resolution throughintegration………… M. P. Folletta. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 462. Which one of the following is NOT thefunction of Public Administration ?a. To establish public health programsb. To resolve problems of foreign policyc. To settle disputes between privatecompanies and labor unionsd. To obtain co-operation from the publicin implementing public policies63. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer :List I (Authors)A. Gulick & UrwickB. Dwight WaldoC. Ferrel HeadyD. WilloughbyList II (Books)1. Public Administration:A Comparative Perspective2. Principles of Public Administration3. Papers on the Science of PublicAdministration4. The Administrative StateCode:A B C Da. 4 3 1 2b. 3 4 2 1c. 3 4 1 2d. 4 3 2 164. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer :List IA. FayolB. GulickC. F. M. MarxD. DimockList II

76. Which of the following pairs of authorsand. their characterization of bureaucracyare correctly matched ?1. M. Weber...................... Most rationalform of organisation2. K. Marx......................... Bearer ofprivate interests3. R. Merton...................... causing 'goaldisplacement'4. M. Michels..................... Creates"trained incapacity"a. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 2 and 3c. l and 4d. 1, 2 and 377. Who, among the following, wasinstrumental in the evolution of theConcept of New Public Administration ?a. F. Marinib. H. George Fredricksonc. Dwight Waldod. H. A. Simon78. Which of the following components arepresent in Weber's bureaucratic model ?1. Hierarchical arrangement of offices2. Division of work3. Written rules for carrying out assignedtasks4. Social status determining publicemploymenta. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 2 and 4c. 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 379. Which of the following features ofbureaucracy can be identified with Marx?1. It is a particular closed society withinthe State2. It is an integral part of the exploitativesocial system3. It is an administrative body ofappointed officials4. What fetishism of commodities is toeconomics, bureaucracy is to politics

1. Public Administration is concernedwith the what and how of government2. Public Administration mainly has to dowith the activities of theexecutive branch3. Administration has to do withplanning, organization, command,coordination and control4. Public Administration embraces everyarea and every activityunder the jurisdiction of public policyCode:A B C Da. 3 2 1 4b. 2 3 1 4c. 3 2 4 1d. 2 3 4 165. The influence of socio psychologicalfactors on the worker's output was firstproved by:a. Mary P. Follettb. Frederick W. Taylorc. Elton Mayod. Rensis Likert66. According to Paul Appleby which of thefollowing aspects differentiate governmentadministration from its privatecounterpart?1. Breadth of scope and impact2. Public accountability3. Political character4. BureaucracyChoose the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. l, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 1,3 and 467. Which of the following statements arecorrect in respect of cameralists ?1. They did much for the training ofadministrators2. They were a group of French scholars3. The foremost among them was G.Zincke4. They combined professional posts withpublic servicea. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 1, 3 and 4c. 2 and 4d. 1 and 3

a. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 2 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 1 and 380. While conceiving an organisation chieflyas a designing process which one of thefollowing writers felt that "lack of designis illogical, cruel, wasteful and inefficient'?a. Luther Gulickb. Lyndall Urwickc. Henri Fayold. James Mooney81. Chris Argyris suggests the T grouptechnique for improving the personaleffectiveness of employees. Which one ofthe following is not part of this type ofsensitivity training ?a. Individual employees have to exposetheir behaviour and they give, receiveand get feedbackb. It provides possibilities to learn thenature of effective group functioningc. Subordinates feel happier underconditions of directive leadershipd. Psychological success, self-esteem andinter-personal competence can beincreased82. The code of conduct was maintained forgroup solidarity and informal pressure wasused to set right the erring members of thegroup during the Hawthorne experiments.It did not include one being aa. rate-busterb. 'squealer'c. 'chiseler'd. 'recluse'83. Which one of the following approachesemphasized inter- group relationships inaddition to the formal structure ?a. Historical approachb. Philosophical approachc. Legal approachd. Behavioral approach

68. Which of the following is NOT one of thethree problem are as identified by Dahl inhis "The Science of PublicAdministration" ?a. Valuesb. Personality differencesc. Policy makingd. Socio-culture variations69. Consider the following statements :New Public Administration is1. anti-positivist2. supportive of politics -administrationdichotomy3. anti-bureaucratic4. client-orientedOf these statementsa. 1, 3 and 4 are correctb. 1, 2 and 4 are correctc. 2 and 3 are correctd. 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct70. Which one of the following is the correctsequence in which the followingapproaches to the Study of PublicAdministration as a discipline evolves ?a. Classical Approach. Human RelationsApproach, Policy Approach.Behavioral Approachb. Classical Approach, Policy Approach.Behavioral Approach. HumanRelations Approachc. Classical Approach. BehavioralApproach, Human RelationsApproach, Policy Approachd. Classical Approach, Human RelationsApproach. Behavioral Approach,Policy Approach71. According to classical school, 'the Scienceof Public Administration' was based ona. absence of ethical or normative valuesb. presence of codified principles andtechniquesc. presence of scientific principles andmethods of universal applicationd. presence of empirical exact knowledge72. All persons in authority , who control thework of others, are supervisors. Which oneof the following methods of supervisionwas NOT suggested by Millet ?a. Prior approval of individual projects

84. Which one of the following statementsabout the systems approach to organizationis NOT correct ?a. It is derived from one general systemstheoryb. It studies the organisation as a whole inrelation to its environmentc. It leads to certain fundamentalprinciples of organisationd. It views the organization and itsenvironment as interdependent forinputs and resources85. Which one of the following methods canan administrator adopt in a crisis situation?a. Acting within his jurisdiction ofauthority.b. Adopting the gangplank afterinforming his immediate superiorc. Seeking the advice of his subordinatesd. Obtaining orders of the higher upsthrough proper channel86. Which of the following are correctlymatched ?1. Authority.................... It is accepted aslegitimate2. Power....................... Carrying outone's will despite resistance3. Control...................... Ability to guide4. Discretion..................Choosing among alternatives causes ofactiona. 1, 2, 3 and 4 2 and 4b. 1, 2 and 4 l and 387. Which of the following factors could placelimitations on .the authority of a superior?1. Group behaviour2. Social relationships3. Organisational norms4. Bonafide instructionsa. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 1 and 2c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 388. Which of the following have

b. Inspection of result as it leads to wasteof time and energyc. A reporting system on work progressd. Budgetary limitations upon themagnitude of operations73. According to Henri Fayol the topmanagement/higher civil service isresponsible for the performance of fiveimportant functions, namelya. planning, organising, command, coordinationand controlb. policy making, planning, management,communication and reportingc. organisation, budgeting, publicrelation, administrative reform anddelegationd. decision -making, delegation,planning, co-ordination and control74. In his search for scientific approach tomanagement, Fredrick W. Taylor said:"What constitutes a fari day's work will bea question for scientific investigation,instead of a subject to be bargained andhaggled over".In this statement, Taylor used the term "afair day's work" to ,a. Limit the working hours of labourb. Fix wages on piece-rate basisc. Save labour from exploitation bymanagementd. Eliminate work at night75. The Hawthorne experiments of Mayorevealed the importance ofa. standardization of work procedureb. informal social forces in theorganisationc. payment on group basisd. management response to workers'demands

underminedthe importance of Principle of Unity ofCommand in recent years ?1. Growing size and complexity ofgovernment2. Increasing number and influence ofcivil servants3. Manning of government positions byexperts4. Increasing number and influence ofboards, commissions and auxiliaryagenciesa. 1 and 3b. 1 and 2c. 3 and 4d. 2 and 489. The statement, "Co-ordination is theolderly arrangement of group efforts, toprovide unity of action in the pursuit of acommon purpose" is attributed toa. Willoughbyb. Urwickc. Mooneyd. White90. When the delegation goes by a climate ofunderstanding between the superior andsubordinate, it is known asa. general delegationb. specific delegationc. formal delegationd. informal delegation

91. The chief reason for delegation ofauthority from headquarter to field officesis toa. inculcate skill in the latterb. facilitate local division-makingc. decongest the headquarterd. control the field office92. Which one of the following is a feature ofthe jobcentre supervisor, according toLikert ?

106. Which one of the following is NOT anobjective of Whitley Councils ?a. Ventilation of grievances throughdiscussionsb. Providing a forum for securing cooperationbetween State and civilservantsc. Proposing legislation on issues relatingto civil servants vis- a-vis theiremploymentd. Hearing petitions filed by individual

a. He experts little pressure on thesubordinatesb. He exercises general supervisionc. He exerts heavy pressure to get thework doned. He motivates subordinates to achievehigh performance goals93. Which one of the following is NOT true ofline activity ?a. It has operational abilitiesb. It stands for thought and facilitationc. It decides the organisational goalsd. It has authority94. According to Simon and March, which ofthe following are i the limitations of theclassical theory ?1. Improper motivational assumptions2. Little attention given to the role ofcognition in task identification andclassification3. Little importance given to programmeevaluation4. Lack of sophistication in the theorya. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 1 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 395. Power to take decisions, communicatingthem to the subordinates forimplementation and thus influencingbehaviour pattern in an organisation isa. Responsibilityb. Hierarchyc. Authorityd. Unity of command96. Mc Gregor's theory 'Y' emphasizes whichof the following elements for an effectiveand successful organisation ?1. Acceptance by management of"hierarchy of human needs" conceptand making room for its fulfillment inthe work organisation.2. Enlargement of job3. Decentralization of authority4. Practice of MBOa. 1 aloneb. 1 and 2c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 497. Which of the following are the

civil servants107. A new All India service can be created bya. an amendment of the Constitutionb. an executive orderc. a resolution under Article 312 of theConstitutiond. a statute108. The mid -career Advance ProfessionalProgramme is Public Administrationpopularly known as APPP A for civilservants is organised by.a. HCM Rajasthan State Institute ofPublic Administration, Jaipurb. Administrative Staff College of India,Hyderabadc. Indian Institute of PublicAdministration, New Delhid. Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academyof Administration, Mussorie109. Which one of the following countries doesNOT have a Civil Service Commissioncharged with the responsibility forrecruitment to the higher civil service ?a. Canadab. U.S.Ac. Britaind. France110. The first Chairman of AdministrativeReforms Commission wasa. Shri K. Hanurilanthaiahb. Gulzari Lal Nandac. Morarji Desaid. V. T. Krishnamachari111. The political rights available to a civilservant in India do NOT prohibit him/herfroma. expressing a political viewb. contributing financially to a politicalpartyc. subscribing to a political movementd. Voting at national and state elections112. Consider the following Reports :1. Paul H. Appleby Report I.2. A. D. Gorwale Report3. Santhanam Committee's Report4. Administrative Reforms Commission'sReportThe correct chronological sequence ofthese reportsa. 2, 1, 4, 3b. 2, 1, 3, 4

functionsof the leader under human relationstheory?1. To facilitate co-operative goalattainment among followers2. To provide opportunities for theirpersonal growth and development3. To set up and enforce performancecriteria to meet organisational goals4. To fulfill needs of the organisationa. 1 and 3b. 1 and 2c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 498. Which of the following are the phases inthe decision making processes asconceptualized by Herbert A. Simon ?1. Intelligence2. Design3. Choice4. Implementationa. l and 4b. 1, 2 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 499. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer :List IA. Immaturity-Maturity TheoryB. Motivation-Hygiene TheoryC. Human GroupD. Theory XList II1. D. Mc Gregor2. Chris Argyris3. F. Herzberg4. George C. HomansCodeA B C Da. 3 2 1 4b. 1 3 4 1c. 2 3 1 4d. 3 2 4 1100. Which of the following are theassumptions in Theory 'X'?1. Human beings have an inherent dislikeof work2. Because of human dislike of work,people must be punished3. Human beings are committed toobjectives4. Human beings avoid responsibility

c. 1, 2, 3, 4d. 1, 2, 4, 3113. The Fifth Pay Commission of the CentralGovernment had recommendeda. retention of the existing system ofclassification of services/postsb. modification of the classification intoClass I, class II, Class III and Class IVc. giving the existing classification intoGroup A, B, C, D "a decent burial " asit served no practical purposed. introduction of the American system ofposition classification114. Consider the following statements :A budget presented in terms of functions,programmes and activities of thegovernment is known as1. line items budgeting2. programme budgeting3. performance budgetingOf these statementsa. 1 alone is correctb. 1 and 2 are correctc. 2 and 3 are correctd. 1, 2 and 3 are correct115. Consider the following statements :In India, the Comptroller and AuditorGeneral has to1. audit government expenditure2. make financial policy3. sanction grants to various departments4. see that public expenditure are inconformity with the government rulesOf these statementsa. 2, 3 and 4 are correctb. 1 and 3 are correctc. 2 and 3 are correctd. 1 and 4 are correct116. Which of the following is NOT true ofAudit in India ?a. It is a Constitutional obligationb. It looks into the question of merits ofexpenditurec. It investigates into the impropriety,wastefulness or extravagance ofexpenditured. It is governed by an executive order117. When an advance grant is made byParliament, pending the regular passage ofthe budget it is calleda. vote on creditb. token grant

a. 1, 2 and 4b. 1, 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 4101. Which one of the following is NOT afeature of Barnard's theory of formalorganization ?a. Common purposeb. Willingness to co-operatec. General incentivesd. Communication102. Valence Expectancy theory, an alternativetheory of motivation, was proposed bya. Chris Argyrisb. Victor H. Vroomc. A. H. Maslowd. Mc Gregor103. Consider the following statementsregarding Achievement - orientedleadership: The leader1. does not allow participation bysubordinates2. shows a genuine human concern forsubordinates3. sets challenging goals for subordinates4. asks for and uses suggestions fromsubordinatesOf these statementsa. 1 and 2 are correctb. 1, 2 and 3 are correctc. 3 and 4 are correctd. 2 and 4 are correct104. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Masterman CommitteeB. Assheton CommitteeC. Satish Chandra CommitteeD. Fulton CommitteeList II1. Recruitment2. Political Activities3. Training4. ProfessionalismCode:A B C Da. 2 3 4 1b. 2 3 1 4c. 3 2 1 4d. 3 2 4 1105. In India, rules governing conditions

c. vote on accountd. supplementary grant118. What is the correct sequence of the stagesof the enactment of the budget in India ?a. Passing of finance bill, appropriationbill, voting of demand for grants,general discussionb. General discussion, appropriation bill,voting of demands of grants, financebillc. General discussion, voting of demandsfor grants, appropriation bill, financebilld. Finance bill, voting of demands forgrants, general discussion,appropriation bill119. Consider the following statements :The Finance Ministry is given tremendouscontrol over the estimates of otherMinistries because1. usually a Cabinet Minister is in chargeof it2. it is not a spending Ministry3. it is responsible for the conduct of allthe financial transactions of theGovernment as a whole4. no other ministry can spend without itssanctionOf these statementsa. 1, 2 and 3 are correctb. 2, 3 and 4 are correctc. 1, 3 and 4 are correctd. 1, 2 and 4 are correct120. 'Performance Budgeting' was introduced inIndia, on the recommendations ofa. Gorwala Reportb. Sanathanam Committeec. Administrative Reforms Commission

d. Paul H. Appleby Report

ofservice should NOT be made in violationofa. Articles 14, 15, 16 and 311 of theConstitutionb. Articles 14, 310 and 311 of theConstitutionc. Articles 15, 16, 310 and 311 of theConstitutiond. Articles 14, 15, 16, 310 and 311 of theConstitution

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1. Which of the following are major sourcesof revenue of urban local bodies ?1. Property tax2. Octroi3. Sales tax4. Tax on vehiclesa. 1 and 2b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 42. Match List I with List II and-select thecorrect answerList IA. Concept of circular human behaviourB. ManagerialC. Organizational MoraleD. Hierarchy of needsList II1. Blake and Mouton2. D. McGregor3. M. P Follet4. A. Maslow5. C. BarnardCode:A B C Da. 1 3 2 4b. 2 4 5 1c. 3 1 5 4d. 2 3 1 43. Which one of the following is NOT a roleof civil servants in developing societies ?a. To actively advise the politicalexecutivesb. To increasingly redress peoplegrievancesc. To participate in formulation of publicpolicies

16. Which one of the following is NOT afeature of the Ombudsman institution ?a. Being independent of the Executiveand Legislatureb. The authority to criticise allgovernmental agenciesc. The practices being similar in all thecountriesd. Being recommendatory in nature,17. Which of the following statements arecorrect ?To exercise effective control overadministration, the citizen is required tohave1. high level of education.2. high degree of political consciousness.3. the opportunity to participate.4. some knowledge of the administrativesystem.a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 418. Which one of the following is NOTapplicable regarding the purpose of CutMotion ?a. Raising questions of urgent publicimportanceb. Drawing attention to any lapse on partof administrationc. Drawing attention to specific problemsd. Concentration discussion on someconcrete points19. Which one of the following is NOT ameasure of control exercised by theLegislature over Administration ?

d. To restrain elected representative fromusurping roles which are not theirs4. Which of the following are the purposes ofposition classification ?1. To delineate authority.2. To establish chain of command.3. To provide leadership.4. To ensure equal status to all.a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 45. Which one of the following agencies isresponsible for both recruitment andtraining of civil servants for theadministrative class ?a. Woodrow Wilson School of Public andInternational Affairs, U.S.A.b. Ecole National d' Administration,Francec. Civil Service College, U.K.d. Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academyof Administration, India6. The Chairman of the Public AccountsCommittee of the Parliament is appointedby thea. Speaker of Lok Sabhab. Prime Minister of Indiac. President of Indiad. Chairman of Rajya Sabha7. The principle of anonymity flows directlyfrom the doctrine ofa. legal responsibilityb. collective responsibilityc. ministerial responsibilityd. professional responsibility8. Which of the following are implied in theanonymity of civil servants ?1. They cannot ask a member to speak upon their behalf in Parliament.2. They cannot express their views to thePress.3. Their decisions have to becountersigned by the Ministersconcerned.

a. Asking questionsb. Committee systemc. Review of decisiond. No confidence motion20. Which one of the writs is issued by anappropriate judicial authority body to freea person who has been illegally detained ?a. Quo-warrantob. Mandamusc. Certiorarid. Habeas Corpus21. Which one of the following is true ofAppropriation Act?a. It is the demand for grants approved bythe Parliamentb. It applies to approval of the budget ofthe Parliamentc. Authorization by the Parliament forWithdrawal of money from theconsolidated fundd. Authorization by the Parliament forwithdrawal of money from thecontingency fund22. In the U.S.A., the Independent RegulatoryCommission types of organisations aswidely used primarily toa. escape the pervasive influence of partypolitics in administrationb. eradicate corruption in administrationc. provide better services to the peopled. off-load the burden of the governmentdepartments23. Which of the following statements arecorrect ?Members of the British Civil Service are1. selected on the basis of general mentalability.2. recruited at an early age.3. non-interchangeable between publicand private sectors.4. directly responsible to the Parliament.a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 3 and 4

4. They keep away from Committees ofEnquiry.a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 49. In which of the following does PositionClassification facilitate personnelAdministration ?1. Recruitment2. Promotion3. Training4. Separationa. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 410. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I(Services)A. Indian Foreign ServiceB. B. Indian Police ServiceC. C. Railway ServiceD. D. Income Tax ServiceList II(Place of Training establishment)1. Vadodra (Baroda)2. New Delhi3. Hyderabad4. Nagpur5. Mount AbuCode:A B C Da. 2 3 4 1b. 2 3 1 4c. 3 5 1 4d. 3 5 4 111. Which one of the following DOES NOTform a part of the budget ?a. Review of public finance of theprevious yearb. Estimates of receipts and expenditureof the current yearc. The actual receipts and expenditure ofthe previous three yearsd. Proposals for meeting the requirementsof the following requirements12. The demands for Supplementary

24. Which one of the following statements isNOT correct?a. The President of France has the powerto dissolve the Parliamentb. Before dissolving the Parliament, thePresident of France is required toconsult the Presidents of the twochambers of Parliament and PrimeMinisterc. While dissolving Parliament, Presidentof France is required to follow theadvice of Prime Minister & Presidentsof two chambersd. The President of France cannotdissolve the Parliament more than oncein twelve months25. The administrative system of France iscalled 'classic' becausea. France adopted different administrativeorientationsb. French bureaucracy conforms mostclosely to the Weber Ian modelc. Administrative change in France hasbeen abrupt, drastic and frequentd. France has had remarkableadministrative and bureaucraticcontinuity26. Which one of the following is NOT correctregarding the structural features of Sovietbureaucracy ?a. Hierarchical structureb. Division of labourc. Lack of political commitmentd. Use of regulations27. Lenin did NOT develop which one of thefollowing as the basic principle ofadministration ?a. Democratic centralismb. Democratic decentralizationc. Objectivity and concretenessd. Effectiveness28. Which one of the following does NOTrepresent a distinctive feature of theAmerican Presidential Cabinet ?a. Political homogeneityb. Collective responsibilityc. Primacy of the President

Grantsmust be presented to and passed by theHousea. before the end of the respectivefinancial yearb. before the budget of the following yearis passedc. after the withdrawal of money fromConsolidated Fundd. after the submission of report ofC.A.G.13. While discussing a budget, the LegislatureCANNOTa. give assent to the demandb. reduce the demandc. refuse the demandd. increase the demand14. The Speaker is the ex-officio Chairman ofthea. Rules Committeeb. Committee on privilegesc. Committee on public undertakingsd. Committee on government assurances15. Which one of the following is NOT relatedto Adjournment Motion ?a. The matter is framed in general termsb. The matter is urgentc. The matter is of general public interestd. The matter does not raise a question ofprivilege

d. Lack of agenda29. Which one of the following is NOT true ofIndependent Regulatory Commissions ofAmerica?a. Headless institutionsb. Fourth organ of the governmentc. Islands of autonomyd. Regulatory institutions30. Which one of the following is NOT true ofBritish administration ?a. It is a product of evolutionb. It is run by a politically committedbureaucracyc. It is unitary in characterd. It is based on the common law of theland

31. Which one of the following was the mainfeature of Govt. of India Act 1919 ?a. Dyarchy in Centreb. Provincial Autonomyc. Dyarchy in Provincesd. Communal Representation32. The `Tenure System' in the CentralServices was started bya. Lord Macaulayb. Lord Curzonc. Lord Ripond. Sardar Patel

46. The initial idea of recruitment on meritprinciple can be traced to thea. Lee Commissionb. Macaulay Committeec. Islington Commissiond. Maxwell Committee47. Which of the following are the functionsof the Union Public Service Commission ?1. To conduct examinations forrecruitment to the services of theUnion.

33. Administrative Tribunals in IndiaCANNOT undermine the rule of lawbecause theya. dispense quick and cheap justiceb. are manned by senior bureaucratsc. devise their own flexible proceduresd. are regulated by Acts of Parliament34. The quotation, "The new IndianConstitution establishes, indeed, a systemof government which is at the mostquasifederal almost revolutionary incharacter, a unitary State with subsidiaryfederal features, rather than the federalstate with unitary features" is attributed toa. I. Jenningsb. D.D. Basuc. K.C. Wheared. H. J. Laski35. The creation of the office of the Lok Palwas first recommended by thea. National Police Commissionb. States Reorganization Commissionc. Administrative Reforms Commissiond. Inter-State Council36. Which one of the following is correct interms of the Constitution of India ?a. The Prime Minister decides theallocation of portfolios among theministersb. When the Prime Minister decidesresigns, the Council of Ministers getsdissolvedc. All the principal policy announcementsof the government are made by thePrime Ministerd. It shall be the duty of Prime Ministerto communicate to the President alldecisions of the Council of Ministersrelating to the administration of theaffairs of the union37. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. Central SecretariatB. Cabinet SecretariatC. Planning CommissionD. Finance Commission

2. To advise on matters referred to themby the President or the Governor.3. To advise on all disciplinary mattersaffecting a government servant.4. To advise on the principles to befollowed in respect of promotions andtransfers.a. 1 and 2b. 1, 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 448. The L.B.S. National Academy ofAdministration providesa. in-service and post-selection trainingto a select group of Governmentofficersb. structured post-selection training to aselect group of Govt. officersc. structured training to all Govt. officersd. pre-entry training to all Govt. officers49. When the problem of corruption in publicservices assumed serious dimensions, theGovernment of India appointed a highpower committee under the chairmanshipof1. Ananthaswamy Ayyangar2. P V Subbaiah3. K. Santhanam4. K. Hanumanthya50. Which of the following statements arecorrect ?In democracy, a civil servant must becommitted to the1. goal of the Constitution2. common good3. ruling party's ideology4. execution of public policya. 1, 3 and 4b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 1, 2 and 451. Which of the following statements arecorrect ?In a Parliamentary democracy,bureaucracy can become enormouslypowerful because of

List II1. Principles governing grants-in-aid2. Formulation of policies3. Coordination of activities of variousministries4. Allocation of resourcesCode:A B C Da. 3 2 1 4b. 2 3 1 4c. 2 3 4 1d. 3 2 4 138. Which of the following functions are NOTperformed by the Central Secretariat?1. Direction, supervision and control.2. Perspective planning.3. Overseeing governmental decisions.4. Secretarial assistance to theParliament.a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 3 and 439. Which of the following are the difficultiesin lateral communication ?1. Lack of cooperative relationshipamong several officials.2. Organisation of specialist services inthe establishment.3. Rivalry among organisation units.4. Superior's reluctance to listen to thesubordinates.5. Physical separation of different units.Select the correct answer using the codesgiven belowa. 1, 3 and 4b. 1, 2, 4 and 5c. 1, 2, 3 and 5d. 2, 3, 4 and 540. When the delegation goes by a climate ofunderstanding between the superior andthe subordinate, it is known asa. informal delegationb. specific delegationc. formal delegationd. general delegation41. The NDC was set up as pera. the Government of India Act, 1935b. the recommendations of the Finance

1. limitations of Parliamentary controls.2. principle of ministerial responsibility.3. judicial activism.4. lack of popular initiative.a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 452. Consider the following statementsThe Governor of the State in India has thepower to appoint1. Judges of the High Court2. Members of the State Public ServiceCommission3. Members of the State FinanceCommission4. the Accountant General ,Which of the statements are correct ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 453. Consider the following statementsChief Secretary of a State Government is1. Principal adviser to the Chief Minister.2. Secretary to the Cabinet.3. Secretary to the Government.4. Head of Civil service.Which of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 454. In a state directorate, the mainresponsibility of the directorate is relatedtoa. policy makingb. policy implementationc. policy evaluationd. policy analysis55. In matters relating to revenueadministration, the District Collectorreports to thea. Chief Secretaryb. Secretary (Finance Department)c. Divisional Commissionerd. Secretary (Revenue Department)56. The "Lakhina (Ahmednagar) Experiment"

Commissionc. the provisions of the IndianConstitutiond. the recommendations of the PlanningCommission42. Which of the following statementsregarding the Comptroller and AuditorGeneral of India is/are true ? The Reportof Comptroller and Auditor General ofIndia1. can be considered by the joint sessionof both Houses of Parliament.2. includes examination of income andexpenditure of all public sectorundertakings.3. is placed before the Lok Sabha withthe comments of the EstimatesCommittee.4. constitutes the basis for scrutiny by thePublic Accounts Committee of theParliament. 'a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 4 alone43. Which of the following statements aboutPublic Enterprises are true ?1. Public corporation form provides forgreater autonomy in management.2. Departmental undertaking is subject toextensive legislative and executivecontrol.3. Government company gives greaterfreedom to the creator for direction andcontrol.4. State Roadways TransportCorporations are created under StateActs.a. 1, 2 and 4b. 1, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 444. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I(Name of Organisation)A. Indian RailwaysB. Central Warehousing CorporationC. State Trading Corporation

is associated witha. District Administrationb. Panchayati Raj Administrationc. Rural Development Administrationd. Tribal Development Administration57. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. 73rd Constitutional AmendmentB. 74th Constitutional AmendmentC. Balwantrai Mehta CommitteeD. L.M. Singhvi CommitteeList II1. Democratic Decentralization2. State Finance Commission3. Municipal Councils4. Constitutional status to Panchayati RajCode:A B C Da. 2 3 4 1b. 2 3 1 4c. 3 2 1 4d. 3 2 4 158. The Constitution (74th Amendment) Act,1992 provides for which of the following ?1. Municipal Committees2. Ward Committees3. Committee for District Planning4. Committee for Metropolitan PlanningSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven belowa. 1 and 3b. 2 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 459. Which of the following statements arecorrect ?Mayor-in-Council form of urban localgovernance1. ensures executive-deliberativedichotomy2. upholds the principle of collectiveresponsibility3. provides a plural political executive4. dispenses with the party systema. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4

D. Central Water and Power CommissionList II(Form of organisation)1. Public Corporation2. Government company3. BoardCode:A B C Da. 1 3 2 -b. 1 3 - 2c. 3 1 - 2d. 3 1 2 -45. The role of the Finance Commission inCentral State fiscal relations has beenundermined by thea. State Governmentsb. Zonal Councilsc. Planning Commissiond. Central government

d. 1, 2, 3 and 460. Which of the following statements arecorrect ?Village Panchayats are responsible for1. agricultural production2. rural industrial development3. maternity and child welfare4. higher vocational educationa. 1, 2 and 4b. 1 and 3c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 4

61. Assertion (A) : In welfare states, PublicAdministration touches almost all aspectsof a citizen's life.Reason (R) : The scope and importance ofPublic Administration increases withincreasing societal complexity,specialisation and differentiation.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true62. Assertion (A) : The study of publicadministration lacks cross-culturalconcepts and principles for being able tobe recognized as a science.Reason (R) : Administrative culture cannottranscend national frontiers and nationalexperiences.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not the

76. Assertion (A) : The cornerstone of a publicpersonnel system is built upon a soundrecruitment policy.Reason (R) : Open competitiveexaminations are answer to twin demandsof democracy and good administration.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true77. Assertion (A) : Government provides forvarious types of training for its employees.Reason (R) : Training enhances theefficiency of employees by improvingtheir knowledge and skills.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true78. Assertion (A) : Lok Ayuktas have beenappointed in all the States of India.Reason (R) : An independent institution

correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true63. Assertion (A) : A more rational andintegrated approach to managerialproblems is needed for increasingproductivity.Reason (R) : It was mainly to find ways toraise industrial output that Taylor came upwith his ideas on `Scientific Management".a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true64. Assertion (A) : The Human Relationstheory focuses on management as a web ofinterpersonal relationships.Reason (R) : Management andadministration involve group effort andcollective endeavors of people.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true65. Assertion (A) : The AdministrativeScience should study facts about humanbehaviour without getting involved in thequestion of values.Reason (R) : Before science can developprinciples, it must possess concepts.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true66. Assertion (A) : Behavioural Approach haslimited relevance in dealing with all

isrequired to redress grievances of peopleagainst the actions of civil servants.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true79. Assertion (A) : The salary and conditionsof service of the Comptroller and AuditorGeneral of India cannot be varied tohis/her disadvantage after he/she isappointed.Reason (R) : The office of the Comptrollerand Auditor General of India is aConstitutional office.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true80. Assertion (A) : Estimates of income andexpenditure should be on cash basis.Reason (R) : All money that Governmentdeals with during the current financial yearshould be included in estimates.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true81. Assertion (A) : The American CivilService is more specialised than BritishCivil Service.Reason (R) : In the selection of civilservants, the Britishers prefer careerstaffing while Americans preferprogramme staffing.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true82. Assertion (A) : Efficiency rating isundertaken regularly in personnelmanagement. in the U.S.A.

typesof problems in administration.Reason (R) : The complexity and varietyof human nature, motivation andbehaviour preclude attainment ofprecision.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true67. Assertion (A) : According to the systemsapproach, an organisation is a socialsystem and has to be studied in its totality.Reason (R) : A system is a comprehensiveand complex whole of a set ofinterconnected and interdependent parts.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true68. Assertion (A) : Supervision involvesoverseeing, inspecting and directing theactivities of the subordinates so that thegoals of the organisation are accomplishedproperly.Reason (R) : Individuals have a tendencyto pay greater attention to the fulfillmentof their personal goals.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true69. Assertion (A) : Staff-line relationsfrequently produce tensions and conflicts.

Reason (R) : In the U.S.A., there is greaterstress on professionalization.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true83. Assertion (A) : The Secretariat maybe saidto be the brain-centre of the administrativebody, directing and overseeing alladministrative activity.Reason (R) : The Secretariat provides theMinister with materials and expert advicefor the formulation of policies andwatches over their application once theyhave been formulated.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true84. Assertion (A) : The strength of the StateCouncil of Ministers has not beenspecified in the Constitution of India.Reason (R) : A number of pressuresoperate in the determination of the strengthof tire Ministry.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true85. Assertion (A) : In a democracy, thefunctioning of bureaucracy is conditionedby the operation of party system.Reason (R) : Where the party system isunable to produce a stable government,bureaucracy acquires a special position.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is false

Reason (R) : The line tends to beconservative about changes, yet themission of staff is precisely that ofinvestigating the need for change.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true70. Assertion (A) : Without delegatingauthority, where necessary, it would beimpossible for the head to carry on theentire tasks of the organization himself.Reason (R) : The extent of delegation ofauthority, is not related to the size anddiversity of work in an organization.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true71. Assertion (A) : Successful organisationrequires not only command and executivedirection but also sound leadership.Reason (R) : Leadership tends to beexpressed in terms of power to commandor ability to dominate.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true72. Assertion (A) : Downward as well asupward messages received by middle levelofficials are often distorted before they arepassed on.Reason (R) : Whenever such an officialreceives a message which he considersincoherent, illogical or incomplete, he triesto "make sense" out of it.

d. A is false but R is true86. Assertion (A) : The Constitution of Indianow provides a mechanism for regularflow of funds to Panchayati Rajinstitutions.Reason (R) : The Panchayati Rajinstitutions have been greatly handicappedin the performance of their assigned dutiesby paucity of funds.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true87. The term "Public" in PublicAdministration stands fora. the citizens in a democracyb. the formally constituted governmentc. any administration having its impacton everybodyd. the defining characteristic of a kind ofadministration88. The scope of conventional publicadministration has been under attack fromPublic Choice Theorists, as theya. reject the idea of welfare state andservicesb. propose restrictions on bureaucraticfunctioningc. consider the market as a more efficientprovider of goods and servicesd. view the politician as being in leaguewith the bureaucrat89. Which of the following reasons promptedWoodrow Wilson to advocate a "scienceof administration'?1. The desire to straighten the paths ofgovernment.2. The idea of making governmentbusiness less un-businesslike.3. The intention to strengthen and purifygovernment organisation.4. The need to raise a band of dutiful civilservants.a. 1 and 4b. 2 and 3

a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true73. Assertion (A) : People are induced to dotheir work in I the best possible manner ifthey are properly motivated.Reason (R) : Fear of punishment acts as amotivator but is of a negative kind.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true74. Assertion (A) : Assumptions about thenature of men enable executives todetermine motivational practices.Reason (R) : Adoption of theory 'Y'practices kills the initiative of employees.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true75. Assertion (A) : Position classification inCivil Services of developing countries is alegacy of the colonial past.Reason (R) : Rank classification in CivilServices can work only in a developedtechnological society.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is not thecorrect explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 490. The New Public Administration is a questfora. ethical values and scientific analysisb. scientific, analysis and relevancec. relevance and ethical valuesd. excellence

91. Which of the following did Herbert 106. The systems approach to

Simonemphasize ?1. Valule-fact dichotomy2. Means-ends relationship3. Composite decision-making4. Illusion of final authoritya. 1 and 2b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 1, 3 and 492. The significance of Public Administrationas a discipline lies ina. improving government functioningb. developing scientific knowledge aboutpublic administrationc. organising training programmes for thecivil servantsd. creating informal and intelligentcitizenship93. In Public Administration, which of thefollowing type of 'efficiency' have beenadvocated by Peter Self ?1. Administrative efficiency2. Policy efficiency3. Service efficiency4. Profit making efficiencya. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 494. Today, public-private distinction needs tobe understood in terms ofa. contradictory models of governanceb. application of the unique nature ofpublic administrationc. complementary of the two sectors inrespect of social managementd. the distinctive profit-driven characterof private management95. Consider the following statements : Underthe impact of neo-classical economictheory, "privatization" is now beingsuggested as new public philosophy whichis oriented towards1. down-sizing government.2. contracting out to private agencies.3. dis-investment in public enterprises.4. according supremacy to the privatesector.

administrativeanalysis has enriched our understanding ofadministrative processes by focusingmainly ona. interpersonal relations in anorganisation and human behaviourb. management's crucial role in efficientcoordinationc. open nature of organisation and itsrelationship with the environmentd. systematic analysis of organisationalstructure and functioning107. Which of the following statements areINCORRECT ?1. Organisations are structured in ahierarchical manner.2. In a hierarchy all positions are equal.3. A hierarchical structure is always ofthe pyramid shape.4. When the organisation grows bottomshrinks.a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 4108. Unity of command does NOT meana. All the units of an organisation shouldbe integrated under the authority ofone headb. The number of subordinates who canbe effectively supervised by an officerc. There should be one person and not abody of persons at the apex of anorganisation,d. An individual employer should not besubject to the orders of more thanimmediate supervisors109. The characteristic feature of the post-warperiod (19481970) in the evolution of thestudy of Public Administration has beendescribed as an era, ofa. re-discovery of principlesb. return to mother sciencec. crisis of identityd. de-emphasis of administration110. Authority should be commensurate witha. degree of coordinationb. position in the hierarchyc. degree of responsibilityd. degree of supervision

Which of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 4b. 1, 2 and 3c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 496. Which of the following were part ofrecommendations of MinnibrookConference on New Public Administration(1968)?1. Normative and empirical approachesshould be strengthened.2. Public Administration should haveindependent roots.3. Equity' should be the concern of theadministrators.4. American Public Administrationshould come out of its crisis.a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 497. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I(Stages of evolution PublicAdministration)A. Political administration separationB. Human relationsC. Science of ManagementD. Policy ScienceList II(Writers associated with the stages ofevolution)1. Woodrow Wilson2. Elton Mayo3. Harold Lasswell4. W E WilloughbyCode:A B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 2 1 4 3c. 2 1 3 4d. 1 2 4 398. Who among the following writers haveNOT contributed to the doctrine ofPolitics-administration dichotomy ?1. Max Weber2. Frank Goodnow3. Fred Riggsa. 1, 2 and 3b. 2 and 3c. 1 and 2d. 1 and 3

111. Which one of the following if NOTindicative of coordination ?a. Collective action of one person withothers 'b. Cooperation and team-work among theemployeesc. Inter-relating various parts of the workd. Integration of several parts into anorderly whole112. In which of the following situations doesthe need for coordination arise ?1. Overlap of efforts2. Duplication of efforts3. Neglect of personal interests4. Conflicts in interestsa. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 3 and 4113. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. Line agencyB. Staff agencyC. Auxiliary agencyD. Development agencyList II1. Authority of knowledge2. Authority of action3. Housekeeping4. Planning and regulationCode:A B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 2 1 3 4c. 2 1 4 3d. 1 2 4 3114. Which of the following statements aboutdecisions making are true ?1. It is a plural activity.2. It is largely based on total rationality.3. Personal values influence its process.4. It allows greater role to theadministrative person.a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 4115. Who among the following said thatleadership and authority are plural

99. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. Administrative BehavioursB. Functions of the ExecutiveC. Public Administration in a Time ofTurbulenceD. Papers on Science of PublicAdministrationList II1. Gulick and Urwick2. Dwight Waldo3. Herbert Simon4. Chester BarnardCode:A B C Da. 3 4 2 1b. 4 3 2 1c. 3 4 1 2d. 4 3 1 2100. Taylor's concept of mental revolutionsstands fora. harmony and cooperationb. cooperation, harmony and restrictedoutputc. restricted output and cooperationd. economy, cooperation and restrictedoutput101. Which one of the following pairs is NOTcorrectly matched ?a. Guardian bureaucracy Class baseb. Caste bureaucracy Aristocratic typec. Patronage bureaucracy Spoils systemd. Merit bureaucracy Career open totalent102. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList IA. Reconstruction of administrativerealities through an in depth analysisof an eventB. Study of Public Administration as isshould beC. Study of principles underlyingadministrative activitiesD. Analysis of informal networks andgroup relationships in the fieldList II1. Normative Approach2. Empirical Approach3. Philosophical Approach

becauseof involvement of many people ?a. Ordway Teadb. Chester Bernardc. Mary Parker Follettd. M. E. Dimock116. Mc Gregor's Theory Y provides for whichof the following?1. Shared responsibility.2. Imposed direction and control.3. Self direction and self control.a. 2 aloneb. 1 and 2c. 3 aloned. l and 3117. Which one of the following is NOT one ofthe types of leadership according to theconcept of Max Weber ?a. Charismaticb. Traditionalc. Bureaucraticd. Rational-Legal118. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I (Leadership)A. Personal qualities which a leader hasB. Situation in which a leader worksC. Participation of subordinates in goalsettingD. Role of leader, situation, followers andenvironment TheoryList II (Theory)1. Trait Theory2. Systems Theory3. Theory 'Y'4. SituationalCodeA B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 1 3 4 2c. 3 4 1 2d. 1 4 3 2119. Herbert Simon's model of decision makingis known asa. disjointed incrementalismb. behaviour alternativec. mixed scanningd. policy science120. Who among the following identifiedchannels of communication with

4. Case Method ApproachCode:A B C Da. 4 1 3 2b. 3 1 4 2c. 4 2 3 1d. 3 2 4 1103. Which of the following are the feature's ofClassical Theory ?1. Specialisation2. Efficiency3. Hierarchy4. Leadershipa. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 4104. Which of the following statementsregarding Behavioural approach arecorrect ?1. It is more deductive than inductive.2. It is less macro and more micro.3. It is inter-disciplinary in nature.4. It is more descriptive and lessempirical.a. 1 and 2b. 1, 2 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 3 and 4105. Which one of the following is attributed toBarnard ?a. Science of muddling throughb. Bounded rationalityc. Zone of indifferenced. Management by integration

channelsof authority ?a. Herbert Simonb. Chester Bernardc. J. D. Milletd. Ordway Tead


1. Which one of the following pairs ofauthors held the view that 'A theory ofpublic administration means in our time atheory of politics also'?a. John Gaus and Dwight Waldob. Dwight Waldo and L. D. Whitec. Dwight Waldo and Herbert A. Simond. Herbert A. Simon and L. D. White2. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Managerial Choice

16. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I(Critics of Weber)A. VeblenB. MichelsC. MaoD. DeweyList II(Points of Criticism)1. Iron law of oligarchy2. Occupational psychosis3. Trained incapacity4. Better Read than Expert

B. Organisation and InnovationC. New Patterns of ManagementD. The Bureaucratic PhenomenonList II1. Chris Argyris2. Rensis Likert3. Michel Crozier4. Frederick HerzbergCode:A B C Da. 1 4 3 2b. 1 4 2 3c. 4 1 2 3d. 4 1 3 23. Consider the following statements :Public administrationists used both 'carrot'and 'stick' to remain within PoliticalScience and underline1. public policy-making process2. prospect of developing it as purescience3. cultivation of engineering mentality4. epistemological benefits of bothPolitical Science and PublicAdministrationWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 4b. 2 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 1, 3 and 44. The policy view of Public Administrationisa. a narrow view of the scope of PublicAdministrationb. the end of Wilsonian dichotomyc. the view of Henry Fayold. the beginning of New PublicAdministration5. The view that there ought to be greateremphasis on normative concerns in PublicAdministration is held bya. Fred Riggsb. H. A. Simonc. Frank Marinid. Ferrel Heady6. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I

Code:A B C Da. 3 1 4 2b. 1 3 4 2c. 1 3 2 4d. 3 1 2 417. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Hawthorne ExperimentsB. Mental RevolutionC. Principles of OrganisationD. Ecological Approach .List II1. John Gaus2. Henry Fayol3. Roethlisberger4. F. Winslow TaylorCode:A B C Da. 4 3 1 2b. 4 3 2 1c. 3 4 1 2d. 3 4 2 118. Consider the following experiments :1. Bank Wiring Observation Room2. Relay Assembly Test Room3. Mica Splitting Test Room4. Productivity Measuring Test RoomWhich of, these experiments did Mayo'sresearch include ?a. 1 and 4b. 2 and 3c. 1, 2 and 3d. 1, 2, 3 and 419. According to Herbert A. Simon'Satisficing' refers to satisfaction, that isa. subjectiveb. good enoughc. client-orientedd. objective20. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Obtaining inputs from and sendingoutputs to the environmentB. Leading the changes in theenvironmentC. Modifying the course of action tosuit the requirements of the situationsD. Moving by the inner forceList II1. Cybernetic System2. Adaptation

(Book)A. The Administrative StateB. The Golden Book of AdministrationC. Organisation and ManagementD. BureaucracyList II(Author)1. Max Weber2. Albrow Mortin3. Dwight Waldo4. Seckler Hudson5. Lyndall F. UrwickCode:A B C Da. 3 5 4 2b. 3 5 1 4c. 1 3 4 2d. 1 3 5 47. Which of the following statementsregarding the two conferences-Minnowbrook I (1968) and MinnowbrookII(1988), is correct ?a. The former was more pragmatic andless radical in thoughtb. The former was concerned with socialequity and later was notc. Both the conferences reaffirmeddemocratic values with special focusPUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONon ethics, accountability andadministrative leadershipd. Both the conferences highlighted thedebate between normative andbehaviouralist perspectives withemphasis on epistemological questions8. Under proper conditions, the averagehuman being teams not only to accept butto seek responsibility. This view has beeneked bya. Chris Argyrisb. Frederick Herzbergc. Abraham Maslowd. Douglas McGregor9. Consider the following statements:1. The evolution of Public Administration

3. Synergic System4. Open SystemCode:A B C Da. 3 2 4 1b. 3 2 1 4c. 2 3 1 4d. 2 3 4 121. Consider the following features :1. Facilitates delegation of authority2. Provides for a channel ofcommunication3. Makes consensus possibleWhich of these features are true ofhierarchy ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 322. 'Unity of Command' does nota. mean that one subordinate will receiveonly one orderb. mean that a subordinate will have onlyone superiorc. mean that all units are put under oneheadd. result into a shrinking apex of anorganisation23. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. The numbers and range of habitualcontacts between superior andsubordinateB. Emancipation of social and individuallife from the influence of organisedreligionC. In all organisations power tends to fallin the hands of small number ofleaders, regardless of constitutionD. Assigning duties to subordinatesList II1. Delegation2. Span of Control3. Disclericalisation4. Iron Law of OligarchyCode:A B C Da. 2 3 1 4b. 3 2 4 1c. 3 2 1 4d. 2 3 4 124. The 'Acceptance' concept of authority was

as an academic discipline wasaccelerated by socio-psychologicalinsights in the thirties.2. Chester Barnard was a great classicalthinker.3. Behaviouralism was a naturalconsequence of socio-psychologicalinquests.4. New Public Administration stresses onscientific method of study.Which of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1 and 3d. 2 and 410. Consider the following developments :1. End of politics-Public Administrationdichotomy2. Questioning of subjectivity inadministrative decision making3. Critique of administrative State4. Rawl's contribution to justiceWhich of these developments led toemphasis on ethics in PublicAdministration ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2 and 411. Consider the following :1. Functional foremanship2. Unity of command3. Centralisation4. Time and motion studyWhich of these are associated withScientific Management Movement ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1 and 3d. 1 and 412. The principles of Scientific managementdeveloped by F W. Taylor DID NOTinclude ?a. scientific selection and trainingb. division of responsibilityc. esprit de corpsd. mental revolution13. Match List I with List II and select the

given bya. Lyndal Urwickb. L. D. Whitec. Henry Fayold. Chester Barnard25. The Integration of the several parts into anorderly whole to achieve the performanceof the undertaking impliesa. division of workb. coordinationc. span of controld. hierarchy26. Consider the following statements :1. Coordination and cooperation aresynonyms.2. Coordination is of the work ofsubordinates by a superior officer.3. Cooperation is inter-personalrelationship between two or moresimilar individuals or units4. Coordination and cooperation are notthe same thingWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 4c. 1 and 3d. 2, 3 and 427. Consider the following situations :1. Staff and line functions are separated2. Authority is delegated3. Units are interdependent4. Work is divided among specialistsUnder which of these situations doescoordination become necessary ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 428. Consider the following factors :1. Organisational policies, rules andregulations2. Lower level of ability of subordinates3. Hierarchical system of the organisation4. Personality of the delegatorWhich of these factors act as obstacles indelegation ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 429. Match List I with List II and select the

correct answer:List IA. Max WeberB. LaskiC. F. RiggsD. S. N. EisenstadtList II1. In developing countries bureaucracyalso performs political roles2. Bureaucracy faces similar developmentconflicts as exist in the society3. Bureaucracy is the most rational formof organisation4. Bureaucracy is a threat to democraticgovernmentCode:A B C Da. 4 3 2 1b. 3 4 1 2c. 4 3 1 2d. 3 4 2 114. Consider the following factors :1. The mode of operation2. Large-scale organisation3. A stable state and well-organisedadministration4. Growth of technologyWhich of these factors did Max Weberidentify as those which contributed to thegrowth and spread of bureaucracy inmodem times?a. 1, 2 and 4b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 1, 3 and 415. The statement, 'Bureaucracy ischaracterised by a passion for routine inadministration, the sacrifice of flexibilityto rule delay in the making of decisionsand refusal to embark upon experiments'was made bya. Lord Hewartb. R. K. Mertonc. Harold Laskid. Herbert Simon

correct answer:List IA. Estimates CommitteeB. Public Accounts CommitteeC. Committee on Subordinate LegislationD. Committee on Public UndertakingsList II1. Examination of Appropriated Accounts2. Suggestion of Economies inExpenditure3. Examination of rules made by theexecutive departments under Actspassed by the Legislature4. Review of working of Public SectorUndertakingsCodeA B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 2 1 3 4c. 3 4 1 2d. 4 1 2 330. That high performing managers arehumane to their subordinates and lowperforming managers are tough with theirsubordinates in order to achieve betterresults, came out of the experimentsconducted bya. Elton Mayob. J. M. Pfiffnerc. Rensis Likertd. Chris Argyris

31. Which one of the following statementsabout the meaning of supervision is NOTcorrect ?a. It includes direction, control andinspectionb. It includes only inspectionc. It is a process through which thesubordinates are helped about theirrequirements by their superiorsd. It stands for direction of the work ofothers with authority32. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Concerned with object of theorganisationB. Prevent the executive from takinghasty and wrong decisionsC. Experts in their area of workD. Responsible for the house-keepingList II1. Auxiliary agencies2. Technical staff agencies3. Line agencies4. Staff agencies and purchasingCodeA B C Da. 4 3 2 1b. 3 4 1 2c. 3 4 2 1d. 4 3 1 233. Consider the following statementsregarding Line and Staff agencies1. Line agencies are an 'end' inthemselves whereas Staff agencies are'means' to an end2. Line agencies issue 'orders' down theline whereas Staff agencies issueorders within their agencies3. Line and Staff agencies areaccountable to the people4. Line agencies are executive agencieswhereas Staff agencies are advisory orconsultative agenciesWhich of these statements bring out thedifference between Line and Staffagencies?a. 1, 3 and 4b. 1 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 434. Match List I with List II and select the

46. Consider the following statements:The system of Performance Appraisal ofemployees1. provides systematic judgement forpurposes of promotion, salaryincreases, transfers, demotions, etc.2. acts as a means of informing asubordinate as to how he is doing andwhere he needs to improve.3. helps in determining the training needsof individual employees4. facilitates a healthy dialogue betweenthe employer and employeesWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 1 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 447. Legislative control over administration is amatter ofa. historical accidentb. conventionc. procedural complianced. democratic faith48. Consider the following statementsregarding Public Accounts Committee1. It examines the Audit Report of theCAG2. The suggestions made by theCommittee are necessarily accepted bythe Government3. It ensures the observance of the canonsof financial propriety in all transactions4. The Committee functions in a nonpartisanmannerWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 3 and 4b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1 and 2d. 1, 2, 3 and 449. Which one of the following events is NOTconsidered to be an indication of loss ofconfidence of the lower house of theParliament ?a. Adjournment motion is carriedb. Vote of thanks on the President'saddress is not carriedc. Cut on Money Bill is passed

correct answer:List IA. Scope for bias in decision makingB. Helps to narrow down thealternativesC. Slow changes due to consensusapproachin decision makingD. Socio-economic environment of anorganisationList II1. 'Fact and Value'2. Incrementalism3. Non-programmed4. MISCode:A B C Da. 3 4 1 2b. 3 4 2 1c. 4 3 2 1d. 4 3 1 235. Which one of the following is a strategicdecision ?Decision taken bya. a bureaucrat on an application for alicenceb. the Board of Directors on theintroduction of new rules for changingthe functioning of the production unitc. the Managing Director on opening anew department in the organisationd. the Managing Director on the transferof an officer from the workshop to thehead office36. The odd one out of the following isa. Country club leadershipb. Middle road leadershipc. Laissez faire leadershipd. Team leadership37. Mr. X, an employee in an organisation,finds a notice about an increase in dearnessallowance pasted on the notice board andpasses on the information to everyone hemeets. The exact model of communicationapplied in this instance isa. cluster chainb. probability chainc. single-strand grapevined. gossip grapevine38. Which one of the following is NOT anelement of communication ?a. Consistency

d. Censure motion is passed50. Which one of the following is NOT alimitation of Judicial Control ?a. Administrative actions are of highlytechnical natureb. Judicial remedy is quite expensivec. Judicial process is time consumingd. Judiciary can by itself take cognizanceof the excess of the officials51. At present, institutions for the redressal ofcitizen's grievances in India includea. Supreme Court and the Lokpalb. Lokpal and the Lokayukta .c. Lokayukta and the Supreme Courtd. Administrative Tribunals and theLokpal52. Consider the following characteristicfeatures1. Being run by a government departmentwith a Minister at the top2. Being a corporate body created by aspecial statute of Parliament3. Being financed by annualappropriations from the Treasury4. Enjoying financial autonomy andbeing expected to be self-supportingWhich of these are the characteristicfeatures of a public corporation ?a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 453. When a company is in a position to controlthe management of another company, itautomatically becomes a/ana. private limited companyb. amalgamated companyc. joint limited companyd. holding company54. Which one of the following statementsabout Performance Budget is NOTcorrect?a. It operates with clearly definedobjectivesb. It lays emphasis on purposes ofexpenditurec. It is concerned with outputs and notinputsd. It is used for implementations ofgovernment programmes

b. Uniformityc. Rigidityd. Adequacy39. For increasing production, the ManagingDirector in a government companyintroduced health insurance with premiumcontributed by the company but this didnot lead to an increase in production.Change however came when he madefrequent visits to the workshop, reshuffledthe job-schedule of the workers andreminded them of the market forces.Whose theory of motivation has anexplanation for this change?a. Victor H. Vroomb. Frederick Herzbergc. Abraham Maslowd. David McClelland40. Which one of the following factors DOESNOT fall within the scope of thereinforcement theories of motivation ?a. Proper monetary rewardb. Proper work environmentc. Praise for the desired performanced. Reward at the moment of specificachievement41. Consider the following statementsregarding Civil Services/ Civil Servants1. The structure of the civil service isconditioned by social realities2. Civil servants perform the role of achange agent3. Public perception and self-image of thecivil service are contradictory4. Civil servants always show high regardfor democratic institutionsWhich of these statements are true of CivilServices/Civil Servants in developingsocieties ?a. 1 and 2b. 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 442. Consider the following statements:1. When rank classification is accepted,candidates are appointed to a specific'service'.2. All public employees appointed to a'service' are paid the same scale of pay3. Rank classification facilitates equalpay for equal work

55. Consider the following statements:A budget is always1. a statements of estimated income andexpenditure2. either surplus or deficit3. bound by a time frame4. performance-orientedWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 3d. 1 and 456. Which one of the following statements isnot correct ?a. The Railway budget and the demandfor grants relating to Railways arepresented to the Parliament separatelyb. Generally one demand for grant ispresented in respect of each Ministryor Departmentc. The demand for grants for theDepartment of Telecommunications ispresented to the Parliament separatelyd. The demands for grants of variousMinistries include both plan and nonplanestimates of expenditure undereach head57. Which one of the following statementsabout 'Audit' is NOT correct ?a. It adopts a fault-finding approachb. It concerns itself with financialproprietyc. It is concerned with adherence to rules,regulations and procedured. It critically examines income,expenditure and performance58. Consider the following statements:Fiscal deficit in Government budget can bereduced by1. rationalising and economisingexpenditure2. cutting down inefficiency3. improving workers' productivity4. adopting new methods of budgetmakingWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 1, 3 and 4

4. Rank classification is not based onorder of meritWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 443. Consider the following statements:The purpose of keeping a new recruit onprobation is to1. give some time to him to learn the job2. give training to him to do his job3. assess his suitability and aptitude forthe job4. provide opportunities to improve hisqualificationsWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 444. Consider the following statements:Group discussions for selection ofcandidates are advantageous as they helpin assessing a candidate's ability to1. excel other2. socialise with others3. work as a member of a group/team4. communicate effectivelyWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 445. Which one of the following is the correctsequence of formal disciplinary actionagainst a civil servant ?a. Censure-suspension-demotionwithholdingincrementb. Censure-withholding promotion andincrement reduction to a lower postsuspensionc. Suspension-censure-withholding ofpromotion and increments-reduction toa lower postd. Censure-reduction to a lower postsuspension-with holding of promotionand increments

59. Which one of the following is NOT aprimary function of the accountingsystem?a. To reveal financial conditions of theorganisationb. To protect those who handle fundsc. To prevent necessary adjustments inexpenditured. To help auditing60. Which one of the following Acts restrictsthe political activities at the State and locallevel civil servants in the USA ?a. Civil Service Act, 1883b. Ransteck Act, 1940c. First Hatch Act, 1939d. Second Hatch Act, 1940

61. Match List I with List II and select 76. Match List I (Provisions) with List II

thecorrect answer:List I(Forms of Local Govt.)A. A Weak-Mayor Council formB. Strong-Mayor Council PlanC. The Commission PlanD. The Council Manager PlanList II(Features of Local Govt.)1. Form of urban local governmentmostly found in big citiesof the USA2. Oldest form of urban local governmentn the USA3. Described as an outgrowth ofCommission Plan4. Affairs of the city managed by a smallgroup of elected membersCode:A B C Da. 2 4 1 3b. 2 1 4 3c. 3 1 4 2d. 3 4 1 262. Consider the following trends1. Legal-formal to behavioural2. Normative to empirical3. Ideographic to nomothetic4. Non-ecological to ecologicalAccording to Riggs, which of these are thethree trends prominent in comparativePublic Administration ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 463. In which one of the following countrieswas domicile qualification in recruitmentto civil services first prescribed ?a. UKb. USAc. Franced. Erstwhile USSR64. Which one of the following publiccorporations in the USA is NOTcompletely under the budgetary andadministrative control of the Executive and

(Schedules of Constitution of India) andselect the correct answer:List IA. The tribal areas in the state ofAssam, Meghalaya, Tripura andMizoramB. All-India ServicesC. Control of Schedules Areas andScheduled TribesD. Comptrollers and Auditor-General ofIndiaList II1. Second Schedule2. Fifth Schedule3. Sixth Schedule4. Seventh ScheduleCode:A B C Da. 4 3 2 1b. 3 4 1 2c. 4 3 1 2d. 3 4 2 177. New Public Administration emphasizesa. social equityb. lean governmentc. performance appraisald. management by objectives78. Consider the following functions1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinetmeetings2. Recording decisions of the Cabinet3. Supervising the implementation ofCabinet decisions4. Coordinating the work of variousministriesWhich of these are the functions of theCabinet Secretariat ?a. 1 and 2b. 1, 3 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 479. Consider the following functions1. Assisting the government in policyformulation2. Reviewing periodically the working ofthe National plan3. Recommending measures for theachievement of the aims and targets setout in the National plan4. Assessing the material, capital andhuman resources of the countryWhich of these are the functions of theNational Development Council ?

also under the detailed review of USCongress?a. Panama Canal Corporationb. Port of New York Authorityc. Tennessee Valley Authorityd. Federal Crop Insurance Corporation65. In the USA, the 'Spoils System' wasdiscarded in favour of the 'merit principle'by thea. Civil Service Reform Act, 1978b. Pendleton Act, 1883c. Hatch Act, 1939d. Civil Service Act of 185366. In 1990, Gorbachev sought constitutionalamendment in the meeting of the CentralCommittee. What was the majorrecommendation in this meeting ?a. Monopoly of the Communist Party tocontinueb. Introduction of two-party dominantsystemc. To allow multi-party political systemto functiond. To dissolve the Communist Party67. Consider the followingCommittees/Commissions appointed in thepost-Independence period to examine andreport on local government1. Committee of Ministers onAugmentation of Financial Resourcesof Urban Local Bodies2. Rural-Urban Relationship Committee3. National Commission on Urbanisation4. Local Finance Enquiry CommitteeThe correct chronological sequence inwhich these Committees/ Commissionswere set up isa. 1, 4, 3, 2b. 1, 4, 2, 3c. 4, 1, 3, 2d. 4, 1, 2, 368. Soviet Administrative and party structurewere created on the principle ofa. democratic decentralisationb. democratic centralismc. authoritarianismd. centralisation69. Under the Constitution of erstwhile

a. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. 1 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 480. Which one of the following statementsabout Comptroller and Auditor-General ofIndia is NOT correct ?a. He has no direct access to theParliament and no minister canrepresent himb. His salary and emoluments arechargeable on the Consolidated Fundof Indiac. He cannot disallow any expenditurewhich in his opinion violates theConstitutiond. He has been debarred from holdingany office of profit under the Union orState Governments after his retirement81. Which one of the following was notamong the recommendations of the SatishChandra Committee ?a. Negative marking for objective-typetestb. Common competitive examinations forall servicesc. Exemption from preliminaryexamination to those candidates whohad qualified once for interviewd. Introduction of education as anoptional subject82. Consider the following types of trainingsprogrammes1. Induction2. Pre-selection3. Refresher4. Specialized5. In-serviceThe training programmes gone through bythe IAS and IPS officers includea. 1, 2 and 5b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3, 4 and 5d. 2, 3, 4 and 583. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Appleby Report

USSR,the official policy-making authority wasvested in thea. Supreme Sovietb. Presidiumc. Bureaucracyd. Communist Party70. Which one of the following machinerieswas created in Britain in 1967 to examinecomplaints of mal-administration ?a. Ombudsmanb. Whitley Councilc. Parliamentary Commissiond. Procurator-General71. Which one of the following is an issueabout which a Governor CANNOT make arecommendation to the President ?a. Dismissal of the State Council ofMinistersb. Removal of the Judges of the HighCourtc. Dissolution of the State LegislativeAssemblyd. Declaration of breakdown of theconstitutional machinery in the State72. In which one of the following pairs ofcountries are the administrativedepartments LEAST independent ofcontrol of the executive ?a. UK and Franceb. UK and USAc. USA and Franced. France and former Soviet Union73. Which one of the following is a uniquefeature of Ecole Nationaled'Administration of France ?a. Recruiting agencyb. Recruiting-cum-training agencyc. Policy-making agencyd. Public grievance agency74. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. India Act, 1858B. Indian Council Act, 1861C. Indian Council Act, 1909D. Government of India

B. Gorwala ReportC. Assheton ReportD. Fulton ReportList II1. 19442. 19513. 19534. 1966Code:A B C Da. 3 2 1 4b. 3 2 4 1c. 2 3 4 1d. 2 3 1 484. A Joint Public Service Commission fortwo or more States can be established bya. the concerned Statesb. an Act of Parliamentc. the Union Public Service Commissiond. the Government of India85. According to which one of the followingArticles of the Constitution of India, is theGovernment bound to seek the advice ofthe UPSC ?a. Article 120b. Article 220c. Article 320d. Article 42086. Who among the following said, "There canbe no doubt that the standard ofadministration depends upon the calibre ofcivil servants who are appointed to theseposts ?a. Jawaharlal Nehrub. Dr. B.R. Ambedkarc. Sardar Vallabhbhai Pateld. Warren Hastings87. Which one of the following statements isNOT true ?a. A member of the Union Public ServiceCommission (UPSC) holds office for aterm of six years or until he or sheattains the age of 65 yearsb. The Chairperson of UPSC is noteligible for further employment underthe Government of India orGovernment of any State after

List II1. All-India Federation of Provinces andPrincely States2. Appointment of Secretary of State forIndia3. Beginning of representation andlegislative devolution4. Dyarchy in Provinces Act, 19195. Morley-Minto ReformsCodeA B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 2 3 5 4c. 3 4 5 1d. 2 3 4 175. Consider the following statementsregarding money bills:1. They originate in Lok Sabha2. They originate in Rajya Sabha3. Rajya Sabha can recommendamendments4. Both the Houses have equal powerover themWhich of these statements is/are correct ?a. 1 aloneb. 1 and 3c. 2 aloned. 4 alone

retirementc. One half of the members of the UPSCshould be persons who have heldoffice for at least 10 years either underGovernment of India or Government ofStated. The Chairperson and other members ofthe UPSC are appointed by the PrimeMinister88. Which one of the following Committeeswas appointed by the UPSC in 1974 to gointo the issue of recruitment and selectionmethods ?a. A. D. Gorwala Committeeb. D. S. Kothari Committeec. Santhanam Committeed. Joint Committee on AdministrativeReforms89. The Staff College at Vadodara impartstraining to the recruits of thea. Central Secretariat Serviceb. Railway Traffic, Transportation andAccounts Servicec. Indian Civil Accounts Serviced. Income Tax Service90. Consider the following statements:The Governor of a state1. is vested with executive power underthe Constitution of India2. is needed because of the federalstructure of government3. was to be elected according to theoriginal Draft Constitution of India4. is chosen only from among thecategories laid down in theConstitution of IndiaWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 4b. 2 and 3c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 4

91. Consider the following powers / functions1. Appointing ministers and allocatingportfolios to them2. Presiding over the meetings of theCabinet

106. Assertion (A) : Line and Staff agencies areso inextricably intermingled in practicethat many scholars and practitioners ofmanagement do not even attempt to clarify

3. Resolving conflicts between ministers4. Communicating with the GovernorThe powers/functions of the ChiefMinister of a State in India includea. 2, 3 and 4b. 1 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 1, 2, 3 and 492. The principal function of the Secretariat ofa State Government is toa. carry on day to day administration ofthe Stateb. supervise the work of field agenciesc. assist in policy formulation and itsimplementationd. manage public relations93. Consider the following statements:The Chief Secretary of a State1. works as principal advisor to the ChiefMinister2. looks after all such matters which donot fall within the jurisdiction of anyother Secretary3. works as advisor to the Governorduring the President's Rule4. works as Chairman of the ZonalCouncil by rotationWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 494. The principal function of Directorates in aState Government is toa. facilitate policy formulationb. undertake policy implementationc. promote inter-agency cooperation andcoordinationd. render auxiliary services95. Consider the following statements:As the custodian of law and order in thedistrict, the District Collector is effective ifhe1. adopts formal and informal measures2. uses provocative means3. practices good public relations4. uses a two-way communication systemWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4

a Line and Staff concept.Reason (R) : Many ministries such asFinance and Education are neither purelyLine agencies nor purely Staff agencies.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true107. Assertion (A) : Leadership qualities arenot fixed, though they are essentiallyviewed in terms of relationship betweenthe leader and the led.Reason (R) : Leadership depends upon thecapacity to control the over changingorganisational environment.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true108. Assertion (A) : The function ofcommunication is not just to send out amessage.Reason (R) : Communication must satisfythe receiver for moving towards thedesired end.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true109. Assertion (A) : Recruitment rules aregenerally framed by Government toprovide for competition and selection onmerit through written examination and/orinterviews.Reason (R) : Subjectivity prevails in thedetermination of merit.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true110. Assertion (A) : Some of the developingsocieties have realized that their country is

d. 2, 3 and 496. Which one of the following statementsabout the duties and responsibilities of theDistrict Collector holds good in everyState?a. The State Government is representedby him at the district levelb. Upward reporting by departmentalofficers is done through him.c. Handling of crisis situations is passedon by him to departmental officersd. He is the hub of all developmentactivities97. Which one of the following does not forma part of Swarna Jayanti Village Self-Employment Scheme ?a. Lifting up the families living below thepoverty line as the aimb. Rural individual poor as the focusc. Prior identification and selection ofactivitiesd. Implementation in the same manner asa project98. Consider he following statements:In the post-73rd Amendment era, there hasto be decentralisation of1. decision-making powers2. system as a whole3. judicial powers4. administrative powers5. reporting requirementsWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 2, 3 and 5d. 3, 4 and 599. Consider the following objectives1. Bringing about uniformity in thestructure of local governmentsthroughout the country2. Ensuring regular and rational flow offunds from the State's revenue3. Having properly elected Governmentsof regular intervals4. Having single unified authority f or thecity's management and developmentWhich of these did the 74th Amendment tothe Constitution of India, try to inject into

over-governed.Reason (R) : They feel that downsizing ofgovernment would be in every one'sinterest.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true111. Assertion (A) : Promotion in the civilservice is considered as a matter ofroutine.Reason (R) : Promotion can be earnedthrough competition amongst all eligiblecontenders.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true112. Assertion (A) : Developing societies needreforms in civil service fields.Reason (R) : The expenditure on trainingand development of civil servants has beenon the increase in such societies.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true113. Assertion (A) : 'Fair comparison' cannot beaccepted as a principle to pay publicemployees.Reason (R) : Public services have manydirect and indirect advantages.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true114. Assertion (A) : The rule of lapse is notessential for effective financial control.Reason (R) : The rule of lapse suffers fromweaknesses relating to planning andcontrol of expenditure.

the working of urban local bodies ?a. 1 and 2b. 1, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 4100. Consider the following statements:The pressure on the finances of urban localbodies has enormously risen during thepast several years on account of1. inelastic sources of tax revenue2. continuous rise in population size3. increase in the wages of municipalemployees4. increase in the cost of service provided5. increase in developmental needs of thecityWhich of these statements are correct ?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 5c. 1, 2, 4 and 5d. 2, 3, 4 and 5101. Assertion (A) : The difference betweenPrivate and Public Administrations isnarrowing down.Reason (R) : Private Administration allover the world is getting more and moreaccountable.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true102. Assertion (A) : New PublicAdministration emphasized that thediscipline of public administration shouldshed its positivist character.Reason (R) : Positivism is not scientific.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true103. Assertion (A) : Classical theory treatsorganisation as a closed system.Reason (R) : Classicists lackedbehavioural analysisa. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of A

a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true115. Assertion (A): Control over administrationis slowly shifting from legislature toexecutive.Reason (R) : Parliament hardly findssufficient time for detailed examinationand scrutiny of expenditure andachievements.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true116. Assertion (A) : When a specialist isrequired to do the job of a generalist, heloses both ways.Reason (R) : A specialist is a relative termdepending upon the context.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true117. Assertion (A) : The All-India Servicesviolate the federal principle of theConstitution as well as the autonomy ofStates.Reason (R) : The All-India Servicesofficers are governed by CentralGovernment rules and the StateGovernments do not have full control overthem.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true118. Assertion (A) : Relationship between thecivil servants and political executives atthe State headquarters has to be of mutualtrust, confidence and respect.Reason (R) : Civil servants start teaming

b. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true104. Assertion (A) : The quality of work in anorganisation depends to some extent on theeffectiveness of control of the superiorover the subordinates.Reason (R) : A superior cannot exercisecontrol over unlimited number of personsbecause the span of control is limited bythe span of human attention.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true105. Assertion (A) : The concepts of power andleadership have much in common andthey, more or less, mean the same thing.Reason (R) : Power indicates coercion,authority and command but a good leadercannot always rely on these instrumentsalong.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

towork with politicians right from theirinitial postings in the field.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true119. Assertion (A) : People do want to knowwhat is being done, why it being done andhow it is being done in their district.Reason (R) : The district administrationholds a different view about transparencyand accountability.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true120. Assertion (A) : Rural development as afunction of Government of India started 'asa search for an alternative to laissez faire'.Reason (R) : The efforts of MahatmaGandhi provided the necessary, impetusand momentum for the rural developmentin India.a. Both A and R are true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true


1. A leadership style in which the leaderhimself develops a plan of action andachieves the challenging goals is calleda. Instrumentalb. Supportivec. Participatived. Achievement - oriented2. Which one of the following states of theIndian Union has vested the power in the

16. In the American administrative system. thePresidential Cabinet is essentiallya. A collegial executiveb. An administrative agencyc. An advisory bodyd. A supervisory body17. Consider the following features of theCivil Service in the USA:1. Top posts are filled up by ‘insiders andouters’.

Gram Sabha to recall the members of theVillage Panchayat?a. West Bengalb. Rajasthanc. Madhya Pradeshd. Karnataka3. The basic objective of an interview is toassess, the candidate’sa. Intellectual capacityb. General knowledgec. Personal qualitiesd. Power of expression4. In which one of the following trainingmethods, do the trainees expose theiridiosyncrasies to their fellow-trainees whorub them off through mutual interactiona. Syndicate Methodb. Case - Study methodc. Lecture Methodd. T- Group Method5. Which one of the following is not a correctstatement?a. The principle of seniority givescertainty of promotion of employeesb. Greater experience is a greaterqualification for promotionc. Seniority principle helps in building upthe morale and efficiency of publicservicesd. Seniority is a matter of a fact whichcannot be denied6. Who made the following statement? “Theproblem of ethical conducts for publicofficials arises by virtue of the power andinfluence that he commands and thecommitment that he Undertakes of loyaland disinterested service to the public.”a. Woodrow Wilsonb. L. D. Whitec. Glen Stahld. Herbert. Simon7. The number of Standing ParliamentaryCommittees that exist to scrutinize thedemands for grants of various ministries is

2. Recruitment takes place at variouslevels of hierarchy.3. Partisan political activities areprohibited.4. Rank classification system is notupheld.Which of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 418. Which one of the following is not amember of the British Cabinet?a. Lord Chancellorb. Chancellor of the Exchequerc. Attorney Generald. Lord President of the Council19. Which one of the following is not correctin respect of Whitleyism of Britain?a. It has influenced the Joint ConsultativeMachinery of Indiab. It is marked by informalityc. It is designed to redress personalgrievancesd. Its staff side has links with the tradeunion movement20. Consider the following functions inrelation to the ParliamentaryCommissioner for Administration inBritain He can1. Investigate complains from the public2. Redress public grievances3. Recommend remedial measures4. Ask for information and papers fromdepartmentsWhich of these are correct?a. 1,2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 421. Which one of the following statementsabout design-state in decision-makingprocess is correct?a. Inventing, developing and analyzingpossible courses of actionb. Finding occasions calling for adecisionc. Selecting a particular course of actionfrom those availabled. Carrying out the decision22. According to F W. Riggs. Which one of

a. Tenb. Twelvec. Seventeend. Twenty8. A system of budgeting in which the bulkof expenditure on the on - going activitiesof. the government is left untouched, whileonly marginal adjustments are made inraising and allocating revenue isa. Zero - base budgetingb. Performance budgetingc. Incremental budgetingd. Line - item budgeting9. The economy cut-motion seeks to reducethe proposed expenditure of a demand forgrant bya. Rupees one hundredb. Rupee onec. A specified amountd. An unspecified amount10. Under the scheme of Departmentalizationof Accounts that began in 1976, whoamongst the following is the chiefaccounting authority for all transactions ofa Ministry and its subordinate offices?a. Comptroller and Auditor General ofIndiab. Secretary of the Ministry concernedc. Finance Ministryd. Controller of Accounts11. The Estimates Committee of the LokSabhaa. Prepares estimates of expenditure ofCentral Governmentb. Examines the accounts of Departmentsof Government of Indiac. Prevents unauthorized collection oftaxesd. Suggests economies to be made in theCentral administrationPUBLIC ADMINISTRATION12. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I

the following shifts does not denote thetrends in comparative publicAdministration?a. From normative to empiricalorientationb. From ideographic to no moth ticorientationc. From non-ecological to ecologicalorientationd. From formal to informal orientation23. In Japan, small-city administration isheaded bya. Centrally-appointed officialb. Regionally-appointed officialc. Mayor elected by the local assemblyd. Mayor elected by the local people24. Which one of the following Acts laid thefoundation of the British Administration inIndia?a. Regulating Act, 1773b. Pitt’s India Act, 1784c. Indian Councils Act. 1861d. Indian Councils Act, 189225. Which one of the following statements isnot correct about the Advocate General ofthe State?a. The Advocate General holds officeduring the pleasure of the Governorb. The Advocate General of the State isappointed by the Governorc. The Advocate General advises theState Government on legal mattersd. The Advocate General cannot take partin the proceedings in the StateLegislature26. Consider the following:The President of India cannot be a dictator,because1. He can be impeached for violation ofConstitution.2. The ordinances issued by him requirethe approval of the Parliament.3. The proclamation of Emergencyrequires Parliament’s approval.4. He has to act on the advice of Councilof Ministers.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2

A. Habeas CorpusB. MandamusC. CertiorariD. Quo WarrantoList II1. What warrant or authority2. Certified or to be made certain3. Command to perform public duty4. Produce the body of a personA B C Da. 4 3 2 1b. 3 4 2 1c. 4 3 1 2d. 3 4 1 213. Consider the following :In realizing social justice. Public InterestLitigation (PIL) is used as an effective toolbecause it makes the judicial process1. Less expensive2. Expeditious3. Humane and judicious4. CumbersomeWhich of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 414. Consider the following:Right to information is necessary in Indiabecause it1. Increases people’s participation inadministration.2. Makes administration moreaccountable to people.3. Makes administration more innovative.4. Makes people aware of administrativedecision making.Which of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 1, 3 and 415. Which one of the following pairs is notcorrectly matched?a. Britain : Merit Protection Boardb. India : Appointments Committee onthe Cabinetc. Japan : National Personnel Authorityd. USA : Office of Budget and Personnel

b. 2, 3 and 4c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 427. President of India is not empowered toproclaima. Emergency arising out of war, externalaggression or armed rebellionb. Emergency due to breakdown ofconstitutional machinery in statesc. Financial emergency in the State ofJammu and Kashmird. Emergency arising out of threat tofinancial stability28. Which one of the following is not correctin relation to the Council of Ministers?a. It is recognized by the Constitutionb. Number of its members is not specifiedin Constitutionc. Its working is as per the provisions inthe Constitutiond. Its members and their ranks aredecided by the Prime Minister29. The Programme Evaluation Organizationis an integral part of thea. National Development Councilb. Central Secretariatc. Department of Public Enterprisesd. Planning Commission30. Which one of the following does not fallwithin the scope of the Committees onPublic Undertakings?a. Examination of the reports andaccounts of such public undertakingsas have been specifically allotted to thecommitteeb. Matters of major government policy asdistinct from business or commercialfunctions of the public undertakingsc. Examination of the reports of theComptroller and Auditor Generald. Examination of the autonomy and

efficiency of the public undertakings

Management

31. Which one of the following forms ofpublic enterprises in India, is constitutedthrough a separate statutory enactment?a. A control boardb. A joint-stock companyc. A departmental undertakingd. A public corporation32. Consider the following statements:The Finance Commission of India differsfrom the Planning Commission because1. The former is a Constitutional bodyand latter a Cabinet creation2. The former determines the principlesof allocation of grants-in - aid to theStates and the latter allocates funds forthe Central and the State Governments.3. The former emphasizes the distinctionbetween Plan and Non-planexpenditure and the latter maintains it.4. The formers report is submitted to theUnion finance Minister and the latter’sto the Cabinet.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 3 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 433. Consider the following in relation to thePrime Ministers Office1. It assists the Prime Minister as thehead of the Cabinet.2. It co-ordinates the activities ofGovernment departments.3. It keeps liaison with StateGovernments on matters of PrimeMinisters interest.4. It helps the Prime Minister to performhis functions as the head of theGovernment.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 3b. 2 and 4c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 434. The need for introducing functionalspecialization in the I.A.S. wasrecommended bya. Appleby Reportb. Satish Chandra Committee

46. ,Jawahar Gram Samridhi Yojana (JGSY)is implemented entirely at the level ofa. District Panchayatb. Intermediate Panchayatc. Village Panchayatd. Nagar Panchayat47. In the context of grass root democracy.people’s participation signifies citizens1. Contesting elections to Local Self-Government institutions,2. Attending meetings of political parties.3. Aggregating and articulating publicdemands through public discussions.4. Making decisions in local bodies.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 1, 2 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1. 2, 3 and 448. Which one of the following functions isnot performed by District Collector?a. Maintenance of law and orderb. Collection of Land Revenuec. Dispensation of Justiced. Social Welfare49. In which one of the following Schedules ofthe Constitution of India is Urban LocalSelf Government mentioned?a. Seventhb. Eighthc. Eleventhd. Twelfth50. According to Herbert Simon, if a decisionis directed towards individual’s goal, it isa. Organizationally rationalb. Personally rationalc. Objectively rationald. Subjectively rational51. Consider the following with respect to therevolutionary features of the 73rdConstitutional Amendment :1. Bestowal of Constitutional status onPanchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs).2. Mandatory elections to PRIs.

c. Administrative Reforms Commissiond. Kothari Committee35. Which one of the following is not afunction of the Election Commission?a. To superintend, direct and controlelections to the office of the Presidentb. To select candidates for electionc. To recognize and derecognize politicalpartiesd. To prepare electoral rolls36. Which one of the following is the functionof the Finance Commission?a. Preparation of the Central Budgetb. Assessing income tax proceedsc. Determining the principles governinggrants - in - aid to Statesd. Exercising control over Governmentexpenditure37. Which one of the following is not acharacteristic of departmentally-managedpublic undertaking in India?a. It is financed by annual appropriationfrom the treasuryb. Its permanent staff consists of civilservantsc. It is created by an executive order ofthe Governmentd. The price of products and services ofthe enterprise are determined by themarket forces38. In terms of Constitutional status, the UnionPublic Service Commission isa. An Advisory Boardb. A Grievance Redressal Bodyc. A body in charge of directingrecruitment at State leveld. A body which supervises training ofcivil servants39. Consider the following statements:The Administrative Reforms Commissionrecommended1. Introduction of performance budgetingsystem.2. Departmentalization of accounts.3. Zero-based budgeting system.4. The need to recruit and post specialistsin policy making functions.Which of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4

3. Introduction of third tier ofGovernment with powers in ruralIndia.4. 33% reservation of seats andchairpersonships for women in thePanchayats at each level.Which of these are correct ?a. 1 and 4b. 1,2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1,2,3 and 452. Consider the following statements:President’s Rule in a State can beproclaimed if1. There is constitutional breakdown in aState.2. The Governor sends a report to thePresident to that effect.3. The Governor of a State fails toperform his constitutional functions.4. The State Administration fails tofunction in accordance with theprovisions of the Constitution.Which of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 2 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 3 and 453. Consider the following in relation toimpacts of the policy of economicliberalization on public sectorundertakings1. Disinvestment of equity shares inPSUs.2. Allowing full (100% Governmentownership in core sector PSUs.3. Deregulation, deli censing and dequotasystem.4. Full convertibility of the Rupee in thecurrent account.Which of these are correct ?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1,2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 454. Which one of the following statementsrelating to the power of Judicial Review inIndia is correct?a. Supreme Court can take up matters forjudicial review On its own

c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2. 3 and 440. The Governor of a State in his role asAdministrator of an adjoining UnionTerritory exercises his functions, as suchindependently ofa. The President of Indiab. The State Council of Ministersc. The Prime Ministerd. The Union Home Minister41. Which one of the following is not thefunction of the State Secretariat?a. Co - ordination and cross - clearancebetween the administrativedepartments in the Secretariat.b. Taking policy decisions onadministrative departments proposalsc. Framing proposals for legislativeenactments on the basis of policydecisions of the Heads of Directoratesd. Functioning as the main channel ofcommunication between the Centraland other State Governments42. Consider the following:Chief Secretary to the State Government isalso1. Secretary to the Chief Minister.2. Head of the Civil Services in the State.3. Secretary to the State Cabinet.4. Advisor to the Governor.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 3d. 2 and 443. After Independence, the role of the DistrictCollector has undergone a substantialchange due toa. Rise of political consciousnessb. Democratic decentralizationc. Role of mass mediad. Public interest litigations44. Ashok Mehta Committee (1977),recommended for the establishment ofa. Mandal Panchayatb. Nagar Panchayatc. Panchayat Samitid. Gram Panchayat45. Which one of the following Committees /Commissions recommended forintegration of Union, State and Local

b. Supreme Court can be directlyapproached for judicial review oflegislative decisionsc. Supreme Court can review its ownjudgments in the light of newdevelopmentsd. Supreme Court can ask Lower courtsto submit a case for its judicial review55. Assertion (A): Hierarchy brings rigidityand affects human relationships inadministrationReason (R): Hierarchy is a built - in -device to achieve coherence in theorganization.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true56. Assertion (A): Narrowing of the span ofcontrol, has undesirable effect ofhampering communication by decreasingthe number of organizational levels.Reason (R): Span of control determinespermutations and combinations ofrelationships requiring the attention of thesuperiors.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true57. Assertion (A): Fredrick Taylor’s conceptof “functional foremanship” is regarded asunworkable in traditional administration.Reason (R): In functional supervision,authority of the expert is brought to bearfully upon the operator.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true58. Assertion (A): Weber’s ideas of

Finances?a. Taxation Enquiry Commissionb. Local Finance Enquiry Committeec. Rural - Urban Relationship Committeed. Rural - Urban Relationship Committee

‘impersonal detachment’ and ‘esprit decorps’ are incompatible.Reason (R): Reason (R) ‘Esprit de corps’can emerge if the relationship in theorganization is dictated by formality andimpersonality.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true59. Assertion (A): Henri Fayol identified fiveelements as the primary functions ofmanagement activity.Reason (R): According to him, knowledgeof administration. Rather than technicalknowledge. Is needed at higher levels ofan organization.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true60. Assertion (A): To be truly effective, Urwick felt that command must represent acommon objective.Reason (R): Effectiveness dependsprimarily upon the spirit that emanatesfrom the commander’s personality.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

61. Assertion (A): Whenever Governmentseeks to replace an Ordinance by a Bill, astatement explaining the circumstanceswhich necessitated promulgation ofOrdinance must accompany the Bill.Reason (R): President shall have thepower to legislate on any subject through

76. Assertion (A): Responsive Governmentwould require complete decentralization ofdelivery of services through fullyempowered elected Local Governmentbodies consistent with the spirit of the 73rdand 74th Constitutional Amendments.Reason (R): State Governments arerequired to take steps to strengthen the

an Ordinance which is co-extensive withthe legislative powers of Parliament.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true62. Assertion (A): In his AdministrativeTheory, Herbert Simon followed positivistapproach.Reason (R): It is based on the assumptionthat Administration can be reduced to ascience by considering facts and notdealing with values.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true63. Assertion (A): Effective and successfulleadership depends on formal and rightrules.Reason (R): It is circular response andsituations/circumstances which are crucialfor modern day administrative leadership.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true64. Assertion (A): Unintelligiblecommunications are difficult to understandand consequently have no authority.Reason (R): Orders issued in generalterms ‘face problems at the time of theirimplementation as most of the time isspend in interpretation and applicability ofsuch orders to concrete situations.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of A

financial and administrative capacity of thelocal bodies and vest them with adequateresources and powers.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true77. Match List I (Authors) with List II (Books)and select the correct answerList IA. WilloughbyB. GoodnowC. Gulick and UrckD. StillmanList II1. Papers on the Science ofAdministration2. Public Administration Concepts andCases3. Politics and Administration4. Principles of Public AdministrationA B C Da. 4 3 1 2b. 3 4 2 1c. 4 3 2 1d. 3 4 1 278. The claim that Public Administration is ascience, was challenged bya. Ferrel Headyb. Robert Dahic. James G. Marchd. Samuel Huntington79. Comparative Public Administration doesnot upholda. Cross-cultural administrationb. Theory-building in administrationc. Adoption of normative approaches toadministrationd. Practical application of knowledge toadministration80. Which one of the following is not correctabout the emergence of New PublicAdministration?a. It emerged out of Minnow brookConference 1968b. It was the outcome of Honey Report

c. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true65. Assertion (A): Advocates of promotion byseniority assume that length of service is aguarantee that one should get promotionReason (R): Senior one is qualified forhandling the work of an advanced position.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true66. Assertion (A): There is no inherent clashin Public Administration been politicalcontrol and administrative autonomy.Reason (R): The administrator needsautonomy and discretion in much the sameway as the politician needs control andinterventiona. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true67. Assertion (A): Seniority based promotionis upheld in the Japanese Civil Service.Reason (R): A Japanese civil servantcontinues in the same ministry all his life.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true68. Assertion (A): The impeachment of thePresident is a quasi-judicial procedure inParliament.Reason (R): Either House of Parliamenthas to prefer a charge of violation of theConstitution before the other House which

c. It emerged from Waldo’s book ‘PublicAdministration in a Time ofTurbulence”d. It was the outcome of the problems ofComparative ‘arid DevelopmentAdministration81. Match List I with List Ii and select thecorrect answerList I (Scholars)A. Vincent OstromB. J. HabermassC. A. EtzioniD. G. FededcksonList II (Fields of work)1. Organizations2. New Public Administration3. Public Choice School4. Critical Theory5. New Public ManagementA B C Da. 3 4 2 5b. 4 3 1 2c. 3 4 1 2d. 4 3 2 582. 82. Consider the following statements:New thrust areas for analysis ofComparative Public Administration in thecontext of globalization and liberalizationmay consist of1. Study on citizen charter.2. Disinvestment of public sectorundertakings.3. Debureaucratization.4. Community-based organizations.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 1,2 and 3d. 1,2,3 and 483. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I (Approach)A. BureaucraticB. BehaviouralC. General SystemD. EcologicalList II (Characteristics)1. Agrarian -Transitia – industrial

may investigate and resolve to remove thePresident by not less than 2/2 rd of thetotal membership of the House.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true69. Assertion (A): The Cabinet Committeeshave no authority to give binding decisionson matters assigned to them.Reason (R): Reason (R) : Any decision ofa Cabinet Committee may be revised bythe Cabinet.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true70. Assertion (A): The “tenure system” isessentially an institutionalization of theneed for change at higher levels in the civilservice.Reason (R): The “tenure system” does notfill in well in a federal polity.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true71. Assertion (A): Public Corporationsemerged in order to s1oulder the economicand financial responsibility of the Stateparticularly after the Second World War.Reason (R): The expanding activities ofthe state required a new type oforganization.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of A

2. Administrative system as a subsystemof the society3. Analysis of human behavior inAdministrative settings4. Legal - Rational AuthorityA B C Da. 4 3 1 2b. 3 4 1 2c. 3 4 2 1d. 4 3 2 184. Which one of he following statements isnot correct in respect of the public choicetheory?a. It is a critique of the bureaucraticmodel of administrationb. It believes in the politicsadministrationdichotomy viewc. It supports institutional pluralism in heprovision of public servicesd. It is sympathetic to market forces85. Which one of the following is nothighlighted in the state verus marketdebate?a. Private Sector Domination inManagementb. Organizational Flexibilityc. Bureaucratic Dominationd. Establishment of Regulatory Authority86. Which one of the following statements isnot correct in respect of New PublicManagement?a. It has market orientationb. It upholds public interestc. It advocates managerial autonomyd. It focuses on performance - appraisal87. Which one of the following is not correctabout the role of civil servants indeveloping countries?a. Planning and implementingdevelopment programmesb. Monitoring and evaluatingdevelopment schemes/projectsc. Formulating development policiesd. Working towards socio - economicdevelopment and nation - building88. According to M. P Follett.

c. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true72. Assertion (A): Riggs holds that thedegrees of differentiation are potentiallyquantifiable on a diffraction scale.Reason (R): The ecological models enableus to make functional comparisons ofimpressionable categories.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true73. Assertion (A): “Public Policy is not anindependent variable and human historyshows little evidence of systematiclearning from policy experience.”Reason (R): “The Public Policy analystsdo not have availability of the kind of datarequired to estimate costs and benefits.”a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true74. Assertion (A): Generalists play animportant role in the policy function of theGovernment.Reason (R): A large number of the topposts in the Union and State Governmentsare manned by the specialists.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true75. Assertion (A): Much of the time of theHead of Department could be saved byadequate. Clear and proper financial andadministrative delegation to him.Reason (R): The Head of the

coordinationimplies harmonious ordering of partsbecause coordination isa. By indirect contactb. The reciprocal relations of all factorsin a situationc. In the last stages of implementationd. An inconsistent process89. Which one of the following is not thecharacteristic of a Prismatic Society?a. Polynorrnativismb. Overlappingc. Institutionalizationd. Elite domination90. Deficit financing is resorted to by theGovernmenta. To increase the budget allocation fordifferent ministriesb. To meet the gap between the revenueand expenditure budgetsc. To increase government expenditureon specific itemsd. To pay the salaries of governmentemployees

Departmenthas to devote much of his time sending upcases for financial sanction andadministrative approval.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

91. Consider the following aspects oforganizations:1. Integration of several parts into anorderly whole.2. Geographical dispersion of modernorganization.3. Enormous growth in size & personnelof Public Administration.4. Harmonious combination of agents andfunctions to achieve a desired goal.Which of these are treated as hindrances tocoordination?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 3 and 192. Consider the following statements:The extent of delegation depends upon1. Nature of the problem.2. Circumstances prevalent.3. Responsibilities involved.4. Organizational history.Which of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2. 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1. 2, 3 and 493. In order to ensure RepresentativeBureaucracy. Government of India hasprovided for the following facilities towomen1. Reservation of 33% jobs in CivilServices.2. Equal pay for equal work.3. Maternity leave.4. Housing / Children educationallowances.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2

106. Which one of the following has theauthority to constitute an area into amunicipality or a municipal corporation ora panchayat?a. Central Governmentb. Divisional Commissionerc. District Collectord. State Government107. Which one of the following statementsdenotes the Human Relations Approach?a. Emphasizing the formal organizationstructureb. Considering workers as cogs in themachinec. Emphasizing informal organizationamong workersd. Authoritarian style of supervision108. Consider the following statements:The ‘great illumination’ experiment led tothe discovery, that for higher productivityof an organization1. Relations between workers andsupervisors are important2. Relations between the workers areimportant.3. Working conditions are important.4. Social security is important.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 1, 2 and 3c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 4109. According to Herbert Simon’s DecisionMaking Theory. the decision makersa. Know all the alternativesb. Know the utilities or values of allalternativesc. Have an ordered preference among all

b. 2 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1. 2. 3 and 494. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Line agencyB. Personal staffC. Specialized staffD. General staffList II1. Collection of data and its analysis2. Looking after personnel administration3. Maintenance of diary of differentengagements of line officials4. Functions directly contributing to goalachievementA B C Da. 4 3 1 2b. 3 4 2 1c. 4 3 2 1d. 3 4 1 295. The estimates of expenditure from theConsolidated Fund of India included in thebudget and required to be voted by the LokSabha are submitted in the form ofa. Charged Expenditureb. Capital Budgetc. Demands for Grantsd. Revenue Budget96. The concept of ‘Mental Revolution’coined by F W. Taylor focuses ona. Collective attitudinal changes amongstthe employees of an organizationtowards revolutionary structuresb. Understanding and sharing ofresponsibilities and functions betweenworkers and management forachieving high production, profits,wages and low pricesc. Social revolution in an organization forbringing about changes in the psycheof the workersd. Changes in attitudes, perspective andvision amongst the managementpersonnel towards evolving humanrelationreforms in an organization

alternativesd. Choose a course of action which issatisfying110. The concept of system, as propounded byTalcott Parsons, does not involve the studyofa. The parts of a systemb. Interactions among sub-systemsc. Interactions between the system and itsenvironmentd. Politics - administration dichotomy111. Which one of the following statementscorrectly defines the term PrismaticSociety?a. The concept is primarily concernedwith socio-administrative changeb. A high degree of formalism,overlapping and heterogeneityc. It is related to goal and action-orientedadministrative systemsd. It refers to the administrative system ofdeveloped nations112. Which one of the following statements isnot correct about behavioral approach?a. It emphasizes the study of how peoplebehave in organizationsb. It is descriptive rather than prescriptivein naturec. It views organizations as a socialsystemd. It implies economic incentives asmotivators113. Which one of the following is not a part ofthe systems approach?a. Emphasis on total view of theorganizationb. Input-conversion-output processc. ‘One-best-way of structuringorganizationsd. Concept of boundary114. Which of the following Committees /Commissions recommended theestablishment of Lokpal at the Centrallevel ?a. Baiwant Rai Mehta Committeeb. Administrative Reforms Commission

97. Consider the following statements:Weber used the Greek work ‘charisma’ tomean1. Inherited qualities2. Supematura qualities3. Superhuman qualities4. Exceptional qualitiesWhich of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 498. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer :List I (Concepts)A. Constructive conflictB. Social OrganizationC. Functions of the ExecutiveD. The Administrative ManList II (Thinkers)1. Herbert Simon2. Elton Mayo3. Mary Parker Follett4. Chester BernardA B C Da. 2 3 4 1b. 3 2 4 1c. 2 3 1 4d. 3 2 1 499. In which article of our constitution, is theFinance commission dealt with?a. Article 280b. Article 380c. Article 281d. Article 381100. The chairman of Public Accountscommittee is appointed by thea. President of Indiab. Speaker of Lok Sabhac. Prime Minister of Indiad. Minister for Parliamentary Affairs101. The Question asked orally after theQuestion Hour in the House is calleda. Supplementary questionb. Short-notice questionc. Starred questiond. Un starred question102. Consider the following statements:The acceptance of a communication asauthoritative by individuals inorganizations depends upon1. Zone of indifference to the nature of

c. Committee on Lok Adalatsd. Citizens Redressal Commission115. Consider the following statements:1. The effectiveness of control mainlydepends on the acceptance by thesubordinates.2. Control may stifle the initiative onpersonal responsibility, but this can befixed in all cases.3. Control is an expensive processinvolving a lot of time & effect.4. Control helps in improving theperformance of subordinates.Which of these are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 4116. Which one of the following is notconsidered as part of the Civil Society?a. Non-Movement Organizationsb. Caste – associationsc. Legislatured. Family117. Which one of the following statementsabout the feature of downward -communication is not correct?a. It represents the flow of informationfrom top level to lower levelsb. It represents the flow of informationbetween different levelsc. It communicate policies and orders tothe subordinatesd. It is used to get things done throughthe subordinates118. Which one of the following is not includedin hygiene factors as defined by FHertzberg?a. Pay and job-securityb. Working conditionsc. Advancement & growthd. Inter-personal relations119. Consider the following ‘hierarchy ofneeds’:1. Safety needs2. Esteem needs3. Social needs4. Self- actualization needs5. Physiological needsAccording to Maslow. Their correctsequence isa. 3,4,2,5,1

authority.2. Its clarity for purposes ofunderstanding.3. Its incompatibility with personalinterests.4. Its inconsistency with organizationalpurpose.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 4103. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?a. Henri Fayol was an ardent advocate ofprinciple of unity of commandb. F W. Taylor rejected the principle ofunity of commandc. Under unity of command, an employeereceives orders from more than onesuperior officerd. Under unity of command, an employeeof an organization should report to onesuperior104. The purpose of adjournment motion is toa. Propose a reduction in the budgetb. Seek the approval of the house on aproposalc. Draw the attention of the house to amatter of urgent public importanced. Seek the leave of the house tointroduce a government bill105. Which one of the following is the mosteffective instrument of the ‘ExecutiveControl over administration?a. Civil Service Codeb. Communicationc. Power of appointment and removald. Rule - making power

b. 5,1,3,2,4c. 5,4,2,1,3d. 3,2,1,5,4120. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I (Concepts)A. Intentional wordsB. Ideological barrierC. Tyranny of wordsD. Shop TalkList II (Authors)1. Simon2. Millet3. Terry4. PfeifferA B C Da. 3 4 1 2b. 1 4 3 2c. 3 4 2 1

d. 2 4 3 1


1. Maslow’s theory proposed thata. Money could motivate behavior in allsituationsb. Self -actualization is a lower-levelneedc. A satisfied need is a motivator

15. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?a. The Railway Budget and the Demandfor Grants relating to Railways arepresented to the Parliament separatelyb. Generally one Demand for Grant is

d. Lower-level needs must be satisfiedbefore higher-order needs2. Consider the following statements:The two-factor theory of motivation1. Is given by Herbert Simon and JamesMarch.2. Is given by Herzberg, Mouser andSnyder man.3. Deals with achievement, recognition,responsibility, work and advancement.4. Is concerned with job satisfaction,working conditions, interpersonalrelations, policy and administrationand supervision.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 43. The State Government’s administrativecontrol over municipalities does notinclude powera. Of inspectionb. Of approving bye-laws and rulesc. To decide over-borrowingsd. Of dissolution and super session4. Ther merit principle of recruitment wasfirst recommended bya. Northcote -Trevelyan Committeeb. Aitcheson Commissionc. Islington Commissiond. Lee Commission5. Ministerial cabinet in the Frenchadministrative system isa. An instrument of administrativesupervisionb. A committee of the council ofministersc. A coordinating organ at the head of aministryd. A link between the ministry and thepublic6. Which one of the following statements isnot correct about the training of personnel?a. It is an investment in human resourcedevelopmentb. It is a tool of improving efficiency ofpersonnelc. It is to maintain the morale of thepersonnel

presented in respect of each ministryor departmentc. The Demand for Grants for theDepartment of Telecommunications ispresented to the Parliament separatelyd. The Demand for Grants of variousministries include both plan and nonplanestimates of expenditure undereach Head 16. Consider the following audits:1. Propriety Audit2. Audit against provision of funds3. Audit of stocks and stores4. Audit of public undertakingsWhich of these constitute audit ofexpenditure?a. Only lb. 2,3 and 4c. 3 and 4d. l and 217. Which one of the following is not aprimary function of the accountingsystem?a. To reveal financial health of theorganizationb. To protect those who handle fundsc. To prevent unnecessary adjustments inexpenditured. To help auditing18. Consider the following statements:The Administrative Tribunals areadvantageous because these are1. Cost-effective2. Easily accessible3. Time-effective4. Free from rigid rules and proceduresWhich of these are correct?a. Only 1b. 1 and 2c. 1,2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 419. Lokayukta submits his report to thea. Chief Minister of the Stateb. Chief Justice of the State High Courtc. Governor of the Stated. Speaker of State Legislative Assembly20. Which one of the following governmentshave enacted Right to Information Act inthe year 2001 (w.e.f. October 2, 2001)?a. Government of Andhra Pradeshb. Government of Himachal Pradeshc. Government of National CapitalTerritory of Delhid. Government of Tamil Nadu

d. Training can be formal only7. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I : (Objective)A. To acquire administrative skillsthrough practiceB. To introduce an appointee to the basicconcepts of his job, new workenvironment, organization and its goalC. To prepare a prospective employee forpublic serviceD. To stimulate the employees to makethem efficientList II : (Training)1. In-service2. Informal3. Orientation4. Pre-entryA B C Da. 4 1 2 3b. 2 3 4 1c. 4 3 2 1d. 2 1 4 38. The system of Efficiency Rating forscientifically assessing the performance ofpublic officials for promotion, firstoriginated ina. UKb. USAc. Chinad. Japan9. Consider the following statements:In all parliamentary democracies the civilservants become more powerful because of1. Principle of collective responsibility.2. Principle of ministerial responsibility.3. The practice of delegated legislation.Which of these are correct?a. l and 2b. 2 and 3PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONc. 1,2 and 3d. l and 310. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answerList I : (Fund)A. Consolidated FundB. Contingency FundC. Public AccountD. National Renewal FundList II : (Explanation)

21. Which one of the following statements isnot correct about civil societyorganizations?a. They are sovereign bodiesb. They are voluntary but non-profitmaking agenciesc. They work in close proximity withpeopled. They create awareness, educate andsensitive people on common issues andacts as catalysts of social change22. Which one of the following events is notconsidered to be an indication of loss ofconfidence of the Lower House ofParliament?a. Adjournment motion is carriedb. Vote of thanks on the President’saddress is not carriedc. Cut on money bill is passedd. Censure motion is passed23. Which one of the following writsexamines the procedures of inferior Courtsor Tribunals?a. Quo warrantob. Mandamusc. Prohibitiond. Certiorari24. Consider the following recommendations:1. Setting up of a Civil Service College2. Unified Grading System3. Setting up of a Civil ServiceDepartment4. Greater specialization foradministratorsWhich of these recommendations weremade by Fulton Committee?a. Only 1b. 1 and 2c. 2 and 3d. 1, 2, 3 and 425. Which one of the following committeesdealt with political activities of CivilServants in Britain?a. Northcote -Trevelyan Committeeb. Assheton Committeec. Masterman Committeed. Plowden Committee26. In the Union Kingdom, the ParliamentaryCommissioner does not enjoy the power toa. Look into the general complaintsarising out of a policy decision of theGovernmentb. Look into complaints of alleged maladministration

1. Unforeseen expenditure2. Safety net to workers in sickenterprises and to finance their training3. Receipts through PF, small savings andother deposits4. All revenue receipts, loans raised andrecovery of loansA B C Da. 2 3 1 4b. 2 1 3 4c. 4 3 1 2d. 4 1 3 211. The process of transferring funds from onebudget Head to another of the samedepartment, where there is need for moreexpenditure, is calleda. Re-allocationb. Transferc. Vote on creditd. Re-appropriation12. Consider the following statements:The Comptroller and Auditor-General ofIndia1. Audits all expenditures from therevenues of the Union and the States.2. Ensures that total withdrawals by theUnion Government do not exceed theamounts approved by the Parliament.3. Can comment on correctness orotherwise of financial transactions ofthe Union and the States.4. Point out cases of non-compliance ofrules and regulations in expenditure.Which of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 413. Consider the following statements:A budget is always1. A statement of estimated income andexpenditure.2. Either surplus or deficit.3. Bounded by a time frame.4. Performance oriented.Which of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 414. Match List I with List II and select the

c. Investigate the work of theGovernment departments, executiveagencies and other bodiesd. Report to the Parliament, from time totime, on the work done by him27. The document published by the BritishGovernment in 1991 with the objective ofraising the standards of public serviceswas entitleda. Civic Declarationb. Civil Rights Charterc. Citizen’s Charterd. White Paper on Equal Opportunities28. Which one of the following statements isnot correct in relation to AdministrativeCourts in the United Kingdom?a. Statutes, Common Law and Equity aresources of administrative lawsb. The Administrative Courts developedon ad hoc basisc. The Franks Commit-tee, 1955 wasappointed to study the working of theAdministrative Courtsd. The Franks Committee recommendedthat the Chairman of theAdministrative Court should beappointed by the King and not by theminister29. Consider the following statements:The Office of Personnel Management inthe USA1. Is an independent agency under thePresident?2. Takes care of recruitment and trainingof federal employees.3. Have appellate responsibilities.4. Formulates basic personnel policies.Which of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 2 and 3c. 1,2 and 4d. 3 and 430. Consider the following statements:In the USA, control over financialadministration is exercised by the1. Congress2. Office of Management & Budget3. Controller General4. Department of TreasuryWhich of these are correct?a. 1,2 and 3b. 1,3 and 4c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 4

correct answerList I : (Thinker/Document)A. KautilyaB. Hoover Commission’s ReportC. L D. WhiteD. Plowder ReportList II (Abstract/Views)1. All understandings depend on finance,hence foremost authentic should bepaid to the treasury2. Every administrative act has itsfinancial implications; either creating acharge on the treasury or making acontribution to it3. Financial administration is at the coreof modem governments4. Budget is a process in which theinstruments of taxation andexpenditure are used to influence thecourse of economyA B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 1 3 2 4c. 4 3 2 1d. 4 2 3 1

31. Consider the following categories:1. The engineers2. The administrative generalists3. The technical generalists4. The scientistsWhich of these are components of HigherCivil Service in France?a. 1,2 and 3b. 1,3 and 4c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 432. Consider the following statements:Introduction of administrative reforms inFrance, in the recent past, has led to1. Simpler administrative system2. Decentralized and participativeadministrative system3. Rendering the administrative systemre-inventive and adaptive toglobal/regional developments4. Helping administrative systemestablish a superior territorialauthority/regionWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1

47. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Definition)A. Orderly synchronization of efforts to astated objectiveB. Adjustment of the parts to the productof the wholeC. Integration of the several parts into anorderly whole to achieve the purposeD. Placing many aspects of an enterpriseto proper positionsList II (Authors)1. Newman2. Terry3. Charlesworth4. Dimock and Dimock5. James MooneyA B C Da. 4 2 1 3b. 1 5 3 4c. 4 5 1 3d. 1 2 3 4

b. 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 433. Consider the following statements:Japan’s Civil Service is characterized by1. Impartiality and anonymity2. Neutrality and legality3. Politicization and patronage4. Promotion by seniority and totalquality consciousnessWhich of these are correct?a. Only 1b. 2 and 3c. 1,2 and 4d. 2,3 and 434. Who among the following describedPublic Administration as a subject matterin search of a discipline and said that therewas no single dominant analyticalparadigm in the field?a. L. D. Whiteb. W F Willoughbyc. Paul H. Applebyd. Dwight Waldo35. Consider the following statements:Public administration is different fromprivate administration for it1. Has to provide socially essential publicservices2. Has to protect and promote publicinterest3. Is subject to public accountability4. Can show differential treatment todifferent peopleWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 1 and 2c. 2,3 and 4d. 1,2and336. Consider the following statements:The imperatives of globalization for publicmanagement reforms include1. A push towards non-governmentalsector.2. Empowerment of weak and women3. Re-invention of government4. Human resource development indeveloping countriesWhich of these are correct?a. 3 and 4

48. Which one of the following is not anadvantage of centralization?a. It provides for maximum control inorganizationb. It ensures uniformity in administrationc. It enhances flexibility in theorganizationd. It prevents abuse of authority inadministration49. Consider the following statements:Centralization and decentralization have asituational relevance and depend upon1. Responsibility factor2. Stability factor3. Functional factors4. Moral factorsWhich of these are correct?a. 1,2 and 3b. 1, 2, 3 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1 and 450. Which one of the following statementsprovides evidence that shows that meaningof authority and power differs from eachother?a. Power means delegation of functionsand authority means making newpoliciesb. Power means supervision whileauthority means sanction of financesc. Power means the competence to dosomething and authority means theright to order action by othersd. Power means authorizing a personwhile authority means integrating theactivities of his subordinates51. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer :List I (Agency)A. Line agencyB. Staff agencyC. Auxiliary agencyD. Technical staff agencyList II (Job)1. Responsible for substantive purpose2. Provides means to achieve ends

b. 1 and 2c. 2 and 4d. 1 and 337. The Public Choice Model known as theparadigm of democratic administrationwas advocated bya. Vincent Ostromb. Herbert Simonc. L. D. Whited. Robert A. Dahi38. Who among the following mooted theMinnow brook Conference of 1968?a. L. D. Whiteb. Dwight Waldoc. Wamsleyd. John Ruhr39. Consider the following statements:According to F. W. Riggs, ComparativePublic Administration involves a shiftfrom1. Normative to empirical2. Non-ecological to ecological3. Idiographic to homothetic4. Inter- disciplinary to intra-disciplinaryWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. I and 2c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 440. The mercerization and privatization ofpublic administration may result ina. Quasi - socialismb. Laissez fairec. Neo - Capitalismd. Liberalized regulations41. Consider the following statements:The New Public Management perspective1. Theorizes proactive participation ofpublic-minded communities2. Emphasizes on inter-agencyadhocracies3. Does not dismiss non-publicadministrative structures as extra legal4. Concentrates on existing institutions,organizations and bureaucracies.Which of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 2 and 3

3. Suggests reforms to the system4. Facilitates the workA B C Da. 2 4 1 3b. 1 3 2 4c. 1 4 2 3d. 2 3 1 452. Which one of the following is not correctabout Scientific Management Movement?a. It was based on rationality andpredictability in workb. It emphasized on designs andprocesses of workc. It advocated close cooperation betweenworkersd. It stressed on collaboration betweenworkers and managers53. Consider the following statements:In Herbert A. Simon’s opinion, it isimpossible for an individual makingpersonal or organizational decisions, toreach highest degree of rationality because1. Individuals have incompleteknowledge of facts surrounding aproblem2. Identifying all alternative solutions fora problem is normally impossible3. The anticipated consequences ofvarious alternatives often differ fromthose that are actually realized4. Human beings are guided by emotionsin the decision making processWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 2 and 3c. 1,2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 454. Which one of the following was notemphasized by Max Weber in theIdea/type of bureaucracy?a. Impersonal order should orient theactionsb. Actions are bound by rules and normsc. Rules and norms are determined bycircumstancesd. Actions, decisions and rules arerecorded in writing

c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 342. Consider the following statements:In Public Choice Model, the organizationof public services is strongly inclinedtowards1. Small-scale rather than large-scaleenterprises in public service provision.2. Single all-purpose provider structuresof public service rather than multipleproviderstructures.3. User-charges rather than general taxfunds as the basis of funding publicservices other than pure public goods.4. Private or independent enterpriserather than public bureaucracy as theinstrument of service provision.Which of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 443. Who among the following said that “in ahierarchy, every employee tends to rise tohis level of incompetence’?a. Frederick W. Taylorb. Mary P Follettc. Peter F Druckerd. Laurence J. Peter44. Consider the following statements:Advantages of the principle of hierarchyare that it1. Enables to fix the responsibility at eachlevel2. Leads to centralized decision-makingat top level3. Provides a channel ofcommand/communication4. Binds all units into an integrated wholeWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 2 and 3c. 1,3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 445. The principle of Unity of Commandensures

55. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Criticism)A. Certain dysfunctional consequencesare produced by the legal-rationalmodelB. The internal consistency of ideal typeof bureaucracy is questionedC. The problem of goal displacement israisedD. The need for a fresh look at theconcept of rational administration isemphasizedList II (Critic)1. Philip Zelznick2. Peter Black3. Robert Merton4. Talcott ParsonsA B C Da. 1 4 3 2b. 3 2 1 4c. 3 4 1 2d. 1 2 3 456. Which one of the following principles isnot entailed in the famous acronymPOSDCORB?a. Planningb. Directingc. Budgetingd. Communicating57. Consider the following statements:The Classical theory of administrationemphasizes that1. Economic incentives are the solemotivating factors2. It views the organization as a machinemodel3. Humanistic attitude towards theemployees should be shown4. Only formal relationship is importantWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 3b. 1 and 3c. 1, 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 458. Consider the following:1. Effective leadership2. Hierarchy3. Administrative skills4. Cooperation

a. Accountabilityb. Acceptabilityc. Specializationd. Co-ordination 46. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I : (Concepts)A. Span of attentionB. Level jumpingC. Classical theory of organizationD. Functional foremanshipList II : (Thinkers)1. Henri Fayol2. F. W. Taylor3. V. A. Graicunas4. Luther GulickA B C Da. 3 4 1 2b. 3 1 4 2c. 2 1 4 3d. 2 4 1 3

According to Gulick, lack of which ofthese is/are hindrances to coordination?a. Only 1b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 2, 3 and 459. Match List I with list II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Decision making)A. Rational decision making approachB. Environmental scanningC. Contingency plansD. Sub-optimizingList II (Explanation)1. Systematic and step-by-step strategy2. Continuous search of businessenvironment for new opportunities andthreats to the organization3. Accepting less than the best possibleoutcome to avoid unintended negativeeffects on other aspects of theorganization4. Taking alternative actions if primarycourse of action is unexpectedlydisrupted or rendered inappropriateA B C Da. 1 3 4 2b. 1 2 4 3c. 4 2 1 3d. 4 3 1 260. Decision makers cannot deal with allpossible aspects and information aboutevery problem and its alternatives andtherefore choose to tackle somemeaningful subset of it. This assumption iscalleda. Satisfyingb. Rule of thumbc. Bounded rationalityd. Self reaction

61. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Views)A. Discovering the informalorganization’s effect on

74. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Officer)A. SecretaryB. Additional Secretary

output/productivityB. Disputing the concept of totalrationality in administrative behaviorC. Recommending creation of informalorganization as a means ofcommunication and cohesionD. Classifying bureaucracy intoaristocratic merit, guardian and casteList II (Thinkers)1. Herbert Simon2. Chester Barnard3. F.M. Marx4. Elton Mayo5. Max WeberA B C Da. 4 2 3 1b. 5 1 2 3c. 5 2 3 1d. 4 1 2 362. Consider the following statements:In the Systems approach1. Every problem is viewed as a complexwhole2. Linkage between different problems isconsidered3. The interaction between anorganization and its environment isemphasized4. At supervisory level, the relationshipof hourly activities and immediateproduction objectives is not the primeconsiderationWhich of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 1,2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1,3 and 463. Which of the following is not a statementof Herbert Simon?a. Decisions do not involve valuepropositionsb. Every decision is a combination of factand value propositionsc. Complete rationality in decisionmaking is not possibled. A decision is a choice between severalalternatives64. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Source of leader’s influence)A. Expert PowerB. Referent PowerC. Legitimate Power

C. Deputy SecretaryD. Under SecretaryList II (Responsibility)1. In charge of a branch of the department2. Overall in charge of the department3. In charge of a number of sections4. Shares responsibilities of the Head ofthe departmentA B C Da. 1 4 3 2b. 2 4 1 3c. 2 3 4 1d. 1 3 4 275. Which one of the following statements isnot correct about the Chief Secretary of astate?a. He is Secretary to the State Cabinetb. He is the Head of the civil services inthe Statec. He is the principal advisor to the StateChief Ministerd. He supervises the execution of Cabinetdecisions76. Consider the following statements withrespect to the legislative powers of theGovernor:1. He summons, prorogues and dissolvesthe assembly2. He adjourns the sittings of the stateassembly3. He addresses the first session of thelegislative assembly after elections4. He causes to lay the budget in theassemblyWhich of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 1 and 377. Which one of the following committeesrecommended the separation of regulatoryand development functions at the districtlevel?a. Dantwallah Committeeb. Hanumantha Rao Committeec. Kothari Committee

D. Personal PowerList II (Explanation)1. A person controlling criticalinformation for decision-making2. Resides in the individual, regardless ofthe position being filled3. Power granted by virtue of onesposition in the organization4. When a person serves as a role modelfor others to followA B C Da. 3 2 1 4b. 1 4 3 2c. 3 4 1 2d. 1 2 3 465. Who among the following tried to measurea leader’s behavior with an instrumentcalled Least Preferred Co-worker Scale(LPC)?a. Edwin Fleischmannb. Fred E. Fiedlerc. Robert R. Blake and Jane S. Moutond. E. E Harris66. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Approach)A. Michigan and ohio State studiesB. TraitC. BehavioralD. ContingencyList II (Explanation)1. Attempts to identify stable andenduring characteristics thatdifferentiate effective leaders fromnon-leaders2. A set of behavioral features displayed’by the effective leader in any group ororganizational setting3. Tries to identify behaviors thatdifferentiate leaders from non-leaders4. Suggests that a leader’s effectivenessdepends on the situationsA B C Da. 3 1 2 4b. 2 4 3 1c. 3 4 2 1d. 2 1 3 467. Consider the following statements:Encoding and decoding problems incommunication include1. Lack of common understandingbetween source and receiver2. Problems related to semantics

d. G.VK. Rao Committee78. The main responsibility of Directorate instate administration is toa. Review policiesb. Implement policiesc. Make policiesd. Evaluate policies79. Which one of the following is not the dutyof District Magistrate?a. Maintenance of law and orderb. Collection of land revenuec. Implementation of poverty alleviationprogrammesd. Conduct of local bodies elections80. Consider the following statements withrespect to the 73rd ConstitutionalAmendment: It provided1. For 27% reservations to the OtherBackward Classes2. That the chairperson of the Panchayatat intermediate/ district level shall beelected by, and from amongst theelected members thereof3. For reservation for SCs / STs4. For uniform five-year term for localbodiesWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 1 and 2c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 481. In which part of the Indian Constitution,has the provision for Panchayats beenmade?a. IXb. IVc. Illd. IX A82. In which one of the following states, isprovision relating to reservation forScheduled Castes in Panchayats under73rd Constitutional Amendment notapplicable?a. Nagalandb. Mizoramc. Meghalayad. Arunachal Pradesh83. The Recall provision to remove the elected

3. Value judgments4. Selective attentionWhich of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1, 3 and 468. Match List I with List H and select thecorrect answer:List I (Communication Network)A. WheelB. ChainC. CircleD. ChannelList II (Explanation)1. Information flows between the person,at the end of each segment arid themodal person2. Each member communicates with thepersons on both sides but with no oneelse3. Each member communicates with thepersons above and below, but not withthe individuals on each end4. All members communicate with allother membersA B C Da. 1 2 3 4b. 4 2 3 1c. 4 3 2 1d. 1 3 2 469. Which one of the following statementsabout the grapevine is not correct?a. It is much more flexible than formalchannelsb. It transmits information rapidlyc. It is a convenient way to pass on theinformation that is not to betransmitted formallyd. It gives reliable information in makingoptimal decisions70. The Articles in the Indian Constitution thatare grouped under Services under theUnion and the States area. Articles 310 to 323b. Articles 308 to 323c. Articles 306 to 323d. Articles 305 to 32371. Which of the following is not reserved bythe Governor for the consideration of thePresident?

office-bearers from the local selfgovernment institution has been executedina. Biharb. Keralac. Madhya Pradeshd. Haryana84. Consider the following statements withrespect to the Constitutional (SeventyfourthAmendment) Act, 1992 : Itprovided for1. Three-tier municipalities.2. Ward committees3. District Planning Committees4. Direct elections of chairperson of amunicipalityWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 2and3c. 1,2and3d. 2, 3 and 485. Assertion (A): The 73rd ConstitutionalAmendment Act is the culmination of theprocess of democratic decentralization.Reason (R): The state should take steps toorganize village Panchayats and endowthem with such powers and authority asmay be necessary to enable them tofunction as units of self-government.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true86. Assertion (A): Managerialism andmercerization can help publicadministration move towards an increasedvolume of public goods and services.Reason (R): Failure to implement publiclaw principles relating to contracts reducesthe accountability of the publicadministration.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of A

a. Bills affecting powers of the HighCourtsb. Bills relating to compulsoryacquisition of propertyc. Bills seeking to impose restrictions onthe inter-state traded. Bills relating to imposition of taxes onagricultural income72. Which one of the following ConstitutionalAmendments made it possible to appointone person to hold the office of theGovernor in two or more statessimultaneously?a. Constitution (Seventh Amendment)Act, 1956b. Constitution (Forty- secondAmendment) Act, 1976c. Constitution (Forty- third Amendment)Act, 1977d. Constitution (Forty- fourthAmendment) Act, 197873. Which one of the following is not correctwith respect to the powers of the Governorregarding a Bill passed by the StateLegislature?a. He may give his assent to the Billb. He may withhold the Billc. He may reserve the Bill for theconsideration of the Presidentd. He shall have no alternative but to givehis assent to the Bill

c. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true87. Assertion (A): The New PublicAdministration movement has failed totake root.Reason (R): It was a mere gust ofemotions with no clearly definedoperational underpinnings.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true88. Assertion (A): Acquisition rather thanresponsiveness is the major thrust inmarket debate.Reason (R): Market concerns and publicinterest ethics, in their ultimate aresupplementary.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true89. Assertion (A): In government offices, 0 &M units function as line agencies.Reason (R): o & M units are expected toplay advisory role.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true90. Assertion (A): It is the functions of thejudiciary to ensure that the civil servicefunctions within the limits of law.Reason (R): The judicial control over civilservice is expensive, dilatory andcomplicated.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

91. Assertion (A): Position-classification isthe foundation of modern personnel

104. Consider the following:The Prime Minister is the head of the

administration.Reason (R): Position-classification allowsrationalization in civil services.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true92. Assertion (A): Service conduct rules laystress on penalties and punishments foraberrations and departures from theunderlined ethical guidelines.Reason (R): These conduct rules speak offactors that lead to situations andbehavioral norms to be followed in casesof conflicts and decisional dilemmas.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true93. Assertion (A): In order to maintain highlevel of ethical and professional standardsin the civil services, it is not necessary toframe a code of conduct for publicofficials.Reason (R): Professional standards aredetermined by exemplary politicalleadership, sound administrative traditions,social ethics and effective disciplinarymeasures.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true94. Assertion (A): In a line-item budget onlyinput related matters are consideredwhereas in a performance budget onlyoutput related matters are givenimportance.Reason (R): Performance budgeting islinking performance levels with specificbudget amounts.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of A

1. Finance Commission2. Planning Commission3. National Development Council4. Cabinet SecretariatWhich of these is/are correct?a. 1,2 and 3b. 1,3 and 4c. 2,3 and 4d. Only 4105. Who among the following is responsiblefor the final compilation of the accounts ofthe Union Government?a. Finance Ministerb. Secretary (Finance)c. Controller General of Accountsd. Comptroller and Auditor-General 106. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Commission/Committee)A. Maxwell CommitteeB. Tottenham CommitteeC. Secretariat Procedure CommitteeD. The Lee CommissionList II (Recommendations)1. Constitution of Public ServiceCommission2. Staff Pattern of Imperial Secretariat3. Division of Ministerial Staff4. Central Staff Selection BoardA B C Da. 3 2 4 1b. 4 1 3 2c. 3 1 4 2d. 4 2 3 1107. Which one of the following wasestablished to improve administrativeefficiency of the Governmentdepartments?a. Central Statistical Organizationb. Organizations and Methods Divisionc. Ministry of Personnel, PublicGrievances and Pensiond. Ministry of Statistics and ProgrammeImplementation108. Consider the following functions:1. To prepare briefs for Cabinet meetings2. To monitor implementation of Cabinetdecisions3. To redress complaints regardingservice matters4. To keep the President and the Vice-

b. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true95. Assertion (A): Attaché System isprevalent in the Ministry of ExternalAffairs and the Ministry of Defense.Reason (R): The nature and complexity ofthe business of these ministries is beyondthe capacity of assistants and clerks.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true96. Assertion (A): Financial accountability ofthe Union Government to Parliament isensured through the reports of theComptroller and Auditor- General.Reason (R): Comptroller and Auditor-General have to submit the report to thePresident who causes it to be laid beforethe Lok Sabha.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true97. Assertion (A): The relations betweenadministrative officials and electedrepresentatives should be more cordial andof mutual trust in the interest ofdevelopment of the community.Reason (R): It is emphasized that sense ofinvolvement and of participation by thepeople is vital for the success of the FiveYear Plans.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true98. Assertion (A): The principles whichgovern the grants - in-aid of the revenuesof the States out of the Consolidated

President apprised of the majorCabinet decisionsWhich of these functions are performed bythe Cabinet Secretary?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 4109. Which one of the following bodiesregularly reviews the progress of the FiveYear Plans?a. National Development Councilb. Planning Commissionc. Cabinet Secretariatd. Union Cabinet110. In prescribing the form in which theaccounts of the Union and the States are tobe kept, the Comptroller and Auditor-General is expected to take approval of thea. Parliamentb. Legislature of the State concerned andthe Parliamentc. Finance Ministerd. The President of India111. Consider the following institutions:1. The Planning Commission2. The Supreme Court3. The Finance Commission4. Special Officer for LinguisticMinoritiesWhich of these is/are not enumerated inthe Constitution of India?a. 1 and 2b. Only 1c. Only 4d. 1 and 3112. In the post-liberalization period, theconcept of BOOT refers to thedevelopment ofa. Private sectorb. Public sectorc. Infrastructured. Import and export113. The Consolidated Fund of India is madeup ofa. The excise duty and the income taxb. the income tax and the corporate taxc. the money raised from all loansd. all revenue receipts of the

Fundof India are determined by the FinanceCommission.Reason (R): The Finance Commission is aConstitutional body to deal with financialrelations between the Union and the States.a. Both A and Rare true and R is thecorrect explanation of Ab. Both A and R are true but R is NOTthe correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true99. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Concept)A. Dyarchy in Provincial GovernmentB. Rigid centralizationC. Federal scheme of GovernmentD. Communal representationList II (Source)1. Morley-Minto Reforms, 19092. Government of India Act, 19353. Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, 19194. Indian Councils Act, 1861A B C Da. 2 1 3 4b. 2 4 3 1c. 3 1 2 4d. 3 4 2 1100. Consider the following statements:The Vice - regal system of colonial Indiaembodied the principle of1. Absolute bureaucratic rule2. Ceremonial role of the viceroy3. Constitutional autocracy4. Centralized administrationWhich of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 2, 3 and 4101. The grants made in advance by the LokSabha in respect of estimated expenditureis calleda. Token grantb. Vote on creditc. Exceptional grantd. Vote on account102. Consider the following statements:The President of India has the power toaddress both Houses of Parliament at the

Governmentof India114. Consider the following statements:The Prime Ministers Office1. Came into existence in January 19502. Was known as the Prime MinistersSecretariat till June 19773. Has no subordinate offices attached toit4. Assists the President to know about thework of the GovernmentWhich of these are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 4115. Who among the following advocated theneed for psychological tests inrecruitments of the civil services in India?a. Paul Applebyb. A. D. Gorwalac. Harry W. Blaird. V. Subramaniam116. Which one of the following Commissionsrecommended functional specialization inthe Indian Administrative Service?a. Expenditure Reforms Commissionb. Administrative Reforms commissionc. IVth Central Pay Commissiond. Vth Central• Pay Commission117. Consider the following statements:Recruitment to the Indian AdministrativeServices is made by1. Open competitive examination2. Promotion of members of State CivilServices3. Selection in special cases from amongpersons who hold gazette posts underthe State Governments and are notmembers of the State Civil Services.Which of these is/are correct?a. Only 1b. 1 and 2c. 1 and 3d. 1,2 and 3118. The Minister- Civil Servant relationship inIndia emerged as a result ofa. Government of India Act, 1935

commencement of1. The first session after the generalelections2. Each session3. The first session of each year4. The budget session each yearWhich of these are correct?a. 2 and 3b. 1 and 4c. 1 and 3d. 2 and 4103. Which one of the following is not the dutyof the Prime Minister in India?a. To communicate to the President allthe decisions of the Council ofMinistersb. To furnish to the President informationrelating to the administration of theaffairs of the Statec. To submit to the President the agendaof the Cabinet meeting for his approvald. To submit any matter for theconsideration of the Council ofMinisters, if the President so requires

b. Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, 1919c. Indian Constitution, 1950d. Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909119. Which among the following is empoweredto create more All-India Services?a. Rajya Sabhab. Union Parliamentc. Lok Sabhad. Union Cabinet120. Consider the following services:1. Overseas Communication Service2. Military Engineering Service3. Company Law Board Service4. Defense Lands and CantonmentServiceWhich of these is/are Central services?a. 3 onlyb. 2 onlyc. 2 and 4d. 1,2,3 and 4


1. A great provided by the Parliament inrespect of the estimated expenditure forthe part of the ensuring financial yearpending the regular passage of the budgetis calleda. Appropriation Accountb. Token Cutc. Vote on Accountd. Cut Motion2. The most effective instrument of theexecutive control over administration isa. Civil service codeb. Communicationc. Rule-making powerd. The charged expenditure includes3. The charged expenditure and Removala. Any sums required to satisfy anyjudgment decrees or award of anycourt of arbitral tribunalsb. Debt charges for which thegovernment of India is libel

17. Consider the following statements:The Finance Commission in India iscreated1. By the President of India on the adviceof the Union Cabinet2. Under Article 280 of the Constitutionof India3. To suggest ways and means toaugment the financial resources of theUnion and the States4. To make recommendations to thePresident defining the principles whichshould govern the grants-in-aid of therevenues of the States out of theConsolidated Fund of IndiaWhich of these statements are correct?a. 2, 3 and 4b. 1, 2 and 3c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 418. Consider the following statements:The Council of Ministers under the NDAGovernment comprises1. Cabinet Ministers2. Ministers of State

c. The salaries and allowances of certainhigh officialsd. All the above4. The primary objective of judicial control istoa. Punish the criminalsb. Resolve disputesc. Protect citizens’ rightsd. Safeguard private property5. Which one of the following is involved inthe preparation of the budget estimates?a. Finance Ministryb. Administrative Ministriesc. Planning Commissiond. All the above6. Which one of the following is not correct?Citizen& participation makesadministrative processesa. Responsiveb. Effectivec. Efficientd. Transparent7. Which one of the following is not afunction of Union Public ServiceCommission?a. Recruitment rulesb. Classification of servicesc. Disciplinary mailersd. Promotion and deputation8. The role of civil society in publicadministration is manifested in the form ofa. Pressure Groupsb. Political Partiesc. Non-governmental Organizationsd. Press9. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. Designation of the Governor Generalof Bengal as the Governor-General ofIndia and his Government as theGovernment of IndiaB. Dyarchy introduced in IndianGovernmentC. Twin features of All-India Federationand Provincial Autonomy

3. Deputy Ministers4. Parliamentary SecretariesWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1 and 2c. 1 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 419. Which one of the following is not trueabout audit?a. The audit is mostly limited toexpenditure side onlyb. Audit in India is a Union Subjectc. Audit examines the question ofpropriety of expenditured. Audit is conducted on behalf of theExecutive20. Which one of the following is not a correctstatement in relation to public corporation?a. It comes into existence as a result of anAct of Parliamentb. It is a legal body capable of suing andbeing suedc. It is subject to the budget, accounting,audit laws and procedures applicable togovernment departmentsd. It is under State ownership21. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Provisions)A. Tenure of office of persons serving theUnion or StateB. Public Service Commissions for theUnion and for StatesC. Recruitment and conditions of serviceof persons serving in the Union orStateD. Dismissal, removal, reduction in rankof persons employed in civil capacityunder the Union or StateList II (Contained in)1. Article 3152. Article 3103. Article 3124. Article 3095. Article 311A B C Da. 2 5 4 1b. 4 1 3 5

D. Control of the Government of Indiatransferred from• East India Companyto the British CrownList II1. Charter Act of 18332. Government of India Act, 18583. Government of India Act, 19194. Government of India Act, 1935A B C Da. 1 4 3 2b. 2 3 4 1c. 1 3 4 2d. 2 4 3 110. The body at the apex of the system ofadministrative courts in France isa. The Constitutional Councilb. The Economic and Social Councilc. The Council of Stated. The Court of Accounts11. Central Secretariat in the Government ofIndia comprisesa. Presidential Secretariat. Lok SabhaSecretariat and Cabinet SecretariatPUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONb. All Ministries and Departments (withSecretaries to the Government) in theGovernment of Indiac. Prime Ministers Secretariat andCabinet Secretariatd. Lok Sabha Secretariat and Rajya SabhaSecretariat12. Match List I with List If and select thecorrect answer:List I (Bodies)A. Central SecretariatB. Cabinet SecretariatC. Planning CommissionD. Finance CommissionList II (Related Activities)1. Principles governing grants-in-aid toStates2. Formulation of policies3. Coordination of activities of variousMinistries4. Allocation of resourcesA B C Da. 2 1 4 3b. 4 3 2 1c. 2 3 4 1d. 4 1 2 3

c. 2 1 4 5d. 4 5 3 122. Consider the following statements:The importance of public administration indeveloping countries has increasedbecause1. People are asking for better publicservices2. Political management is of poor quality3. Administration has lagged behind intechnological innovations4. The developmental thrusts are tooheavy for the administration to manageWhich of these are correct?a. 1 and 3b. 2 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 423. Which of the following is not correct inrespect of local government bodies?a. English local bodies are multipurposeb. American local bodies are morenonfunctionalc. In India. local bodies though elected,do not have constitutional statusd. In France, Canton was made the unit oflocal government24. Consider the following statements:The principles that differentiate publicadministration from the privateadministration are1. Principle of uniformity2. Principle of external financial control3. Principle of ministerial responsibility4. Principle of profiteering in anenterpriseSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 4b. 2 and 4c. 1, 2 and 3d. 2, 3 and 425. The ‘CLECTS’ in Prismatic Society ofRiggs area. Hereditary leaders of caste groupsb. Elected leaders of middle classc. Political leaders who could not winelectionsd. Elite groups who use traditional clout

13. Consider the foil owing statements:The Cabinet Secretariat1. Is a constitutional body2. Is a staff agency3. Works under the direction of the primeMinister4. Is a creation of the cabinetWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. l and 414. Match List I with List 11 and select thecorrect answer:List I (Function)A. Supervision of ExpenditureB. Coordination in the Central SecretariatC. Appointment of High Court JudgesD. Alternative Expenditure PolicyList II (Constitutional Authority)1. President of India2. Chief Minister3. Financial Adviser in the Ministry ofFinance4. Cabinet Secretary5. Estimate CommitteeA B C Da. 1 5 2 4b. 3 4 1 5c. 1 4 2 5d. 3 5 1 415. Consider the following statements:The Comptroller and Auditor-General ofIndia is responsible for the audit of theaccounts of1. The Union Government2. State Governments3. The Governments of Union Territories4. The urban and rural local bodiesWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 4 16. Consider the following statements:The Committee on Public Enterprises1. Is a creation .of Parliament

to win elections26. ‘There should be a science ofadministration which shall seek tostraighten the paths of government, tomake its business less un business-like, tostrength then and purify its organizations,and to crown its duties with dutifulness.’Which one of the following scholarscherished this idea?a. Frank J. Goodnowb. Peter F. Druckerc. R. H. DahId. Woodrow Wilson27. Consider the following statements:The study of formal organization1. Treats it as a skeleton2. Deals with it as a social system3. Examines behavior of its members4. Evaluates application of first principlesof administrationWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 428. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (US Offices)A. The White HouseB. Office of Policy DevelopmentC. Office of the US Trade RepresentativeD. Office of the Budget ManagementList II (Characteristic)1. It aids the President in formulation.implementation and coordination ofthe economic and domestic policy2. It covers the entire range of executivefunctions3. It assists the President in preparationand execution of the4. annual budget5. It assists the President in executingtrade agreements6. It assists in recruitment and theGovernment postsA B C Da. 3 5 1 2b. 2 1 4 3c. 3 1 4 2d. 2 5 1 329. In view of developmental orientation

2. Is a constitutional body3. Was created by the Cabinet4. Has 22 membersWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 4

ofDistrict Administration, which one of thefollowing can be regarded as the chief roleof District Collector?a. As a rulerb. As a coordinatorc. As a managerd. As a supervisor30. Which of the following are not correctlyco-related?1. Unity of command : Hierarchy2. Long chain of command : Broad spanof control3. Small chain of command : Broad spanof controlSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven belowa. 1 onlyb. 1 and 3c. 3 onlyd. 2 and 3

31. Consider the following factors:1. Nature of work2. Age of the agency3. Leadership4. Location of the organizational unitsThese factors are the determinants ofwhich one of the following?a. Delegationb. Supervisionc. Authorityd. Span of control32. Who among the following is not in favorof coordination as a separate function?a. Mooneyb. Teadc. Simond. Fayol33. Consider the following statements:Pressures for centralization throughout theadministrative system arise1. From the economic angle aboutcentralized purchasing of stores2. From the demand of public employeesfor more equality of treatment bycentralizing the personnel management3. From the skill angle which justify

47. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List IA. C. I. BernardB. D. EastonC. F RiggsD. Blake and MoutonList II1. Bazaat-Canteen model2. Managerial grid3. Systems approach4. Input-Output model5. Linking -pir modelA B C Da. 1 2 5 4b. 3 4 1 2c. 1 4 5 2d. 3 2 1 448. Which of the following is not a departmentof State Secretariat?a. Censusb. Homec. Revenued. Planning49. The US Civil Service was set up under astatute passed by the Congress in 1883,

uniform treatment to a particularspecialized work4. From the need for imposition ofcontrols by respective heads ofdepartmentsWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 1, 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 434. Consider the following:1. Granting prior approval of the projects2. Placing budgetary limitations upon themagnitude of operations3. Seeking reports on work programmeAll these techniques relate to which one ofthe following?a. Coordinationb. Delegationc. Supervisiond. Planning35. Influenced by the works of Taylor andFayol; Gullick and Urwick developed theclassical theory of organization, which isknown asa. Traditional Management Theoryb. Theory of Functionalismc. Administrative Management Theoryd. Theory of Departmentalism36. What is the correct chronological sequenceof the following events?1. Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms2. Inauguration of Provincial Autonomy3. Morley-Minto Reforms BillSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1, 2, 3b. 2, 3, 1c. 3, 2, 1d. 3, 1, 237. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Author)A. Henry FayolB. Gulick and UrwickC. Mary Parker FollettD. Mooney and ReilyList II (Contribution)1. POSDCORB2. Four principles

butwas abolished and replaced by thea. Office of Personnel Management.b. Merit System Protection Boardc. Federal Labor Relation Authorityd. Civil Service Department50. The President of India enjoys the right toissue regulations with regard to thea. Andaman and Nicobar Islandsb. Lakshadweepc. Both Andaman and Nicobar Islands,and Lakshadweepd. Neither Andaman and Nicobar Islandsnor Lakshadweep51. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Concepts)A. StructureB. FunctionsC. DysfunctionList II (Meaning)1. Unobserved consequences2. Unintended consequences3. Formal pattern of relations within aframework4. Observed objective consequence of anactionA B Ca. 3 4 2b. 4 2 1c. 4 1 3d. 3 2 452. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Books)A. Administrative Theories and PoliticsB. Public Administration and SynthesisC. Management in GovernmentD. Organizational BehaviorList II (Authors)1. Fred Luthans2. C. D. Keeling3. Peter Self4. Howard McCurdyA B C Da. 3 1 2 4b. 2 4 3 1c. 3 4 2 1d. 2 1 3 453. Consider the following statements inrelation to the Office of the Parliamentary

3. Motivation and leadership4. Fourteen principles of organizationA B C Da. 3 1 4 2b. 4 2 3 1c. 3 2 4 1d. 4 1 3 238. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Critics of Weber)A. GouldnerB. MertonC. BennisD. PresthusList II (Points of Criticism)1. Lack of flexibility2. Outmoded form3. Product of alien culture4. Internal contradictionsA B C Da. 4 1 2 3b. 3 2 1 4c. 4 2 1 3d. 3 1 2 439. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?Weberian model of bureaucracy iscriticized because it insists ona. Rigid adherence to the principle ofhierarchyb. Emphasis on maintenance of writtendocumentsc. Belief in increase of efficiency onaccount of structured. Recognition of informal organizationin formal organization40. An organization exists when the followingconditions are fulfilled :1. There are persons able to communicatewith each other2. They are willing to contribute to theaction3. They attempt to accomplish a commonpurposeWho amongst the following proposedthese conditions?a. E. Mayob. C. I. Bernardc. Max Weberd. Henry Fayol

Commission for Administration in Britain:1. Ii looks into acts of maladministration2. Citizens’ complaints must he referredto it by a Member of Parliament3. Its decisions are binding on theGovernment4. Its report is submitted to the QueenWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1 and 4d. 1, 2 and 354. What is the correct sequence of thefollowing studies?1. Michigan Studies2. Bank Wiring Room Study3. Philadelphia Studies4. Ohio State StudiesSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 3, 2, 4, 1b. 4, 1, 3, 2c. 3, 1, 4, 2d. 4, 2, 3, 155. Consider the following statements withregard to the prohibition as to the holdingof offices by members of Public ServiceCommissions on ceasing to be suchmembers:1. The Chairman of the UPSC shall beineligible for further employmenteither under the Government of Indiaor under the Government of State2. The Chairman of a State PublicService Commission shall be eligiblefor appointment as Chairman or anyother member of the UPSC or asChairman of any other State PublicService Commission, but not for anyother employment either under theGovernment of India or under theGovernment of State3. A member other than Chairman of theUPSC shall be eligible for appointmentas Chairman of the UPSC or asChairman of a State Public ServiceCommission but not for any otheremployment, either under theGovernment of India or under theGovernment of a State4. A member other than Chairman of the

41. Consider the following statements:Human behavior in terms of decisionmaking1. Is totally rational2. Is totally irrational3. Depends upon degree of satisfaction4. Depends upon degree of dissatisfactionWhich of these statements is/are correct?a. 1 onlyb. 1 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 3 and 442. Behavioral approach recognizes threemajor factors in decision-making process.These area. Legal-rational authority, values andinfluenceb. Values, facts and policiesc. Purpose, place and peopled. Goals, policies and orders43. Which one of the following is not correctabout the Hawthorne Studies?a. Results in the relay room werepractically illumination experimentb. The wage incentive in itself was not anindependent effect on the individualc. Information about employee attitudesand group dynamics was ably collectedd. Positive relationship between thecapacity to perform and actualperformance was revealed44. Which one of the experiments was carriedout as Bank Wiring Observation Roomexperiments?a. Experiments investigating therelationship between illumination andproductivityb. Experiments investigating therelationship between hours of work,rest periods and productivityc. Experiments concerned with theanalysis of employees’ attitudesd. Experiments investigating the analysisof the social organizations of workgroups45. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:

State Public Service Commission shallbe eligible for appointment asChairman or any other member ofUPSC or as Chairman of that or anyother State Public ServiceCommission, but not for any otheremployment either under theGovernment of India or under theGovernment of a StateWhich of these statements is/are correct?a. 1 onlyb. 2 and 4c. 1 and 3d. 1, 2, 3 and 456. ‘Training is the process of developingskills, habits, knowledge and attitudes inemployees in their present governmentpositions as well as preparing them forfuture government positions.’ Thisdefinition of training has been given bya. Paul Applebyb. William G. Tropeyc. Nigrod. L. D. White57. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?a. A Minister is appointed by theGovernor on the advice of the ChiefMinisterb. Before a Minister enters upon his’office, the Governor shall administer tohim the oath of office and of secrecyc. There shall be a Council of Ministerswith the Chief Minister at the head toaid and advise the Governor who shall,in the exercise of his functions, act inaccordance with such adviced. Only the Governor of Jammu andKashmir is vested with the power toimpose Governor’s rule in Jammu andKashmir58. Consider the following statements:National Development Council isconcerned with the work of1. Assessment of resources for the Plan2. Formation of National Plan3. Consideration of the National Plan4. Review of the National PlanWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1, 3 and 4b. 1, 2 and 3

List I (Hawthorne Experiments)A. Illumination ExperimentsB. Relay Assembly Test RoomExperimentsC. Bank Wiring Observation RoomExperimentsD. Interviewing ProgrammesList II (Focus)1. Fatigue2. Physical working3. Human relations4. Employee relations with supervisor &managementA B C Da. 2 1 4 3b. 2 3 4 1c. 4 1 2 3d. 4 3 2 1 46. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Characteristics of a System)A. TransformationB. Negative EntropyC. DifferentiationD. Equi-finalityList II (Explanation)1. A constant exchange of inputs andoutputs with the environment2. It suggests that the organization canreach the same point of view throughany of several routes3. It suggests that all organized formsmove towards disorganization anddemise4. Moving towards well-differentiatedspecialization of roles and functions5. A process includes work done on theinput and then internal operation of theorganizationA B C Da. 4 3 1 2b. 5 2 4 3c. 4 2 1 3d. 5 3 4 2

c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2 and 459. Which one of the following is not afunction of the Chief Secretary of a StateGovernment?a. Providing secretarial assistance to theState Cabinetb. Approval of incentives to State CivilServantsc. Acting as the policy coordinationcentred. Serving as a data bank60. Who among the following is the solerepresentative of the State Government inthe district?a. Chairman of Zila Parishadb. MP from the Districtc. Divisional Commissionerd. District Collector

61. In which one of the following States, isunified personnel system operating inmunicipal corporations?a. Andhra Pradeshb. West Bengalc. Gujaratd. Kerala

77. Assertion (A): The classification ofservices in United States of America ismore scientific than that of Great Britain.Reason (R): In America the system ofposition classification prevails as againstthat of Great Britain wherein the system ofrank classification has been adopted.a. Both A and R are individually true and

62. As per Article 243-H of 73rdConstitutional Amendment Act theLegislature of a State, may by law, providefor making grants-in-aid to the Panchayatsfroma. Contingency Fund of the. Presidentb. Contingency Fund of the Governorc. Consolidated Fund of the State’d. Consolidated Fund of India63. Consider the following statements:73rd Amendment of the Constitution hasprovided constitutional sanction for1. Building a three-tier structure ofPanchayati Raj2. Reservation of seats for women3. Withdrawal of the right ofgovernments to hold elections toPanchayats4. Taking away the right of StateGovernments to give grants toPanchayatsWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 1, 2 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1 and 464. Eleventh Schedule of the Constitutionrelating to the Panchayats containsa. 18 itemsb. 28 itemsc. 19 itemsd. 29 items65. Which one of the following is not correctfor the Local Government?a. A constitutional obligation for theVillage Panchayats to function as unitsof self-governmentb. The Constitution places the subject oflocal selfgovernment as aresponsibility of the Statesc. A constitutional obligation for theSlates to constitute FinanceCommission to ensure financialviability of Municipalitiesd. A constitutional obligation for theMunicipalities to carry out schemesrelated to public distribution system66. In which pair of Schedules of theConstitution, the functions of Panchayatsand Municipalities are incorporated?

R is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true78. Assertion (A): The morale of publicofficials is universally recognized to beone of the important factors conducive toefficiency in administration.Reason (R): It is the management’sresponsibility to appreciate thesignificance of morale, to fashion tools tomeasure it and discover ways to foster it.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true79. Assertion (A): The Finance Commissiondepends mainly on the data andinformation of the financial needs of theStates, supplied by the States themselves.Reason (R): This information and datamay not be free from the hiddenunrealities; and an attempt to secure morefinancial assistance and window dressingof the financial position of the Statescannot be ruled out.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true80. Assertion (A): It has been felt by theexperts that there is a general tendency inthe administration to lay more emphasis onmaterial and financial management whileutterly neglecting the personnel.Reason (R): Administration is notattending earnestly to the administration ofthe personnel’s who are the real agents ofdevelopment and ultimately thebeneficiary of the process of development.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true81. Assertion (A): Zero-base budgeting

a. 8th and 9thb. 9th and 10thc. 10th and 11thd. 11th and l2fth67. A new Panchayat constituted upon thedissolution of a Panchayat before theexpiration of its term shall continuea. For next five years from the date of itsfirst meeting and no longerb. For the remainder of the period forwhich the dissolved panchayat wouldhave continued had it not been sodissolvedc. Till it enjoys the pleasure of theGovernord. Till State Legislative Assembly allowsit to continue68. Consider the following with regard toimportant features of the 73rdConstitutional Amendment1. Direct elections of members at alllevels2. Mandatory provision for holdingelections3. Direct election of Chairperson at thevillage level:’4. Indirect election of the Chairperson atthe intermediate and at the districtlevelWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 1, 3 and 469. Ashok Mehta Committee report, 1978recommended Constitution ofa. Two tiers of Panchayati Rajinstitutions at the village and blocklevelsb. Two tiers of Panchayati Rajinstitutions at Mandal (group ofvillages) and district levelsc. Three tiers of Panchayati Rajinstitutions at the village, block anddistrict levelsd. Three tiers of Panchayati Rajinstitutions at the village, district andregional levels70. Which one of the following is not a featureof the Japanese Civil Service?a. No horizontal entry into top and

ensures better participation of executiveswhich leads to better communication,development of interpersonalrelationships, better learning and personneldevelopment.Reason (R): In zero-base budgeting, anysubsequent changes in the availability offunds for spending during the budgetperiod do not require earlier allocation offinance.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true82. Assertion (A): The tools of legislativecontrol over administration in aparliamentary system are different fromthose in the presidential system.Reason (R): An important feature ofdemocratic government is the legislativecontrol over administration.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true83. Assertion (A): American Civil Service inhigher ranks is specialist-oriented and notgeneralist-oriented.Reason (R): FSEE and PACEExaminations have created specialistcadres.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true84. Assertion (A): Directorates translate intoaction the policies framed by the StateSecretariat.Reason (R): They are the executive arm ofthe State Government.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

middle ranksb. There are post-retirement assignmentsc. Participatory decision-making does notfit into working of the private sectord. Social sanctions ensure responsibilityand accountability of civil servants71. Assertion (A): Provision of publicservices irrespective of citizens’satisfaction is the aim of traditional modelof Public Administration.Reason (R): The Public Choice theoristsbelieve that bureaucracy has oversuppliedpublic services.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true72. Assertion (A): The traditional approachto the principle of unity of commandassumes that each individual receivesorders from one and only one superior.Reason (R); It is not practicable. In caseof conflict of commands, the subordinatestend to obey the command of differentsuperiors.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true73. Assertion (A): The number of socialrelationships is more crucial to analyzingspan of control than merely the number ofsubordinates.Reason (R): The number of relationshipsin a span of control increases at atremendous rate.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true74. Assertion (A): Delegation is a

85. The book entitled Politics andAdministration by Frank Good nowa. Advanced Wilsonian theme furtherb. Contradicted the Wilsonian dichotomyc. Supplemented Wilson’s argumentsd. Agreed with Wilson’s thesis butoffered new arguments86. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?a. Simon believed in the concept of totalrationality in administrative behaviorb. Simon believed in neither totalrationality nor total irrationality inactual human behaviorc. Simon believed in bounded rationalityd. Simon differentiated between differenttypes of rationality87. According to Simon, an organization is astructure of decision-makers and decisionmakingis the core of administrativeaction. According to him, which of thefollowing is involved in the decisionmakingprocess?a. A complex process of many activitiesb. Surveying the organizationalenvironmentc. A series of activities involvingintelligence, design and choice in thatorder of sequenced. A choice between alternative coursesof action88. Which one of the following is not amethod for promoting participatoryleadership?a. Quality circlesb. Suggestion schemec. Work studyd. Brainstorming session89. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Definitions)A. A leader is not the President of theorganization or head of the departmentbut one who can see all-round situationand understand how to pass from onesituation to anotherB. Leadership is the activity ofinfluencing people to strive willinglyfor group objectivesC. Leadership is an influence relationshipamong leaders and followers who

processwhereby the superior assigns certain tasksand responsibilities within his control tohis subordinates.Reason (R): Thus, delegation createsauthority-responsibility relationshipbetween a superior and his subordinates.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true75. Assertion (A): March and Simon’s‘Organizations’ was as important to thebehavioral movement in PublicAdministration as Gulick’s ‘Papers on theScience of Administration.Reason (R); ‘Organizations’ was easy toread and its lessons could be easilyunderstood by the new students ofadministration.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true76. Assertion (A): Scientific managementprimarily involves a complete mentalrevolution on the part of workers andmanagement regarding their approach towork, fellow workers and daily problems.Reason (R): Under scientificmanagement, the management of anorganization takes the responsibility ofDetermining standards, planning work,organizing, controlling and devisingincentive schemes.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

intend real changes that reflect theirmutual purposesD. Political leadership is manifestly andessentially a phenomenon of powerbecause it consists of the ability of oneor few at the top to make others do anumber of things that they would notor might not have doneList II (Thinkers)1. G. R. Terry2. Mary Parker Follett3. Jean Blonde!4. James Rost5. Warren BennisA B C Da. 2 1 4 3b. 3 4 5 2c. 2 4 5 3d. 3 1 4 290. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Models)A. BureaucraticB. Socio-psychologicalC. Human relationalD. SystemsList II (Characteristics)1. Group/team aspects and needfulfillment2. Superior-subordinate relationship3. Participative decision-making4. Management by exception5. Relationship among leader,6. situation and groupA B C Da. 3 5 4 1b. 2 5 3 1c. 3 1 4 5d. 2 1 3 5

91. In the training sessions for leadershipdevelopment mentioned below, which isthe one having the least degree of direct

103. In which one of the following countries,approach to training was conditioned untilrecently by the belief in the principle of

impact on leadership development?a. Group exercise to promote mutualunderstanding so as to promote aclimate of trusted cooperationb. Group work to encourage theinvolvement of all, including the mostshy personsc. Repeated exercises in statisticalmethods, to ensure adequate skilldevelopment in the same so as topromote objectivity in decisionsd. Repeated exercises in communicationto ensure skill development inunderstanding and transacting feelingsand messages92. Identify the correct observation fromamong the following: Leadership theoriesseek toa. Provide up-to-date informationtechnology required by those inpositions of control so as to make theirgrip over the others more completeb. Provide systematic explanation on theshifting market trends so as to beproperly guided in investmentdecisions in the Public Sector Unitsc. Establish a rational framework fordefining the ends of social justice andto design appropriate systems andprocedures to ensure the same so as tohelp the emergence of good leadersfrom the down-troddend. Systematically explain the causes andpattern of influence over individualsand groups with the help of soundassumptions and empirical data93. Neo-human relation/behavioral schoolthinkers like McGregor, Argyris andRensis Likert who have conceptualizedcontrol over employees with a view tohigher performance and need-fulfillmenthave emphasized new techniques andstrategies for supervisors.Identify these techniques from those givenbelow and select the correct answer usingthe given codes:1. Exerting heavy pressure onsubordinates to get work done.2. Giving little freedom of action toemployees and not reposing trust and

training by doing and in learning frommistake?a. Franceb. Nigeriac. The USAd. The UK104. The United States of America hasdeveloped a comprehensive system of preentrytraining for administrative andmanagerial positions in the forms ofa. Apprenticeship and internshipb. T-group method and apprenticeshipc. Syndicate method and internshipd. On-the-job training and apprenticeship105. The principle of anonymity of civilservants goes witha. The principle of neutralityb. The principle of ministerialresponsibilityc. The principle of committedbureaucracyd. The principle of rational bureaucracy106. Political neutrality isa. absence of political bias in CivilServicesb. absence of extra-party activitiesc. Supporting every policy of thegovernmentd. Absence of political influences onCivil Services and loyalty to thegovernment that be107. Which of the following modes ofcorruption has not been identified by theCentral Vigilance Commission of India?a. Causing loss to Government bynegligenceb. Wong assessment of claims ofdisplaced personsc. Lavish and extravagant entertainmentof visiting officials to obtain unduefavorsd. Moral turpitude108. Identify the trend which is not visible inthe Civil Services of many countries inmodern timesa. Growth of diversification byemployment of more and moretechnical personnel and specialistsb. Continuous extension of powers of theCivil Servicec. Change in the concept of Civil Serviceneutrality

confidence in them3. Earning the confidence and trust of thesubordinates and delegating functionsand power to them4. Increasing the achievement orientationof subordinates by motivating them toaccept and work for higher goalsa. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 394. Match List I with List II in respect ofadministrative systems of the USA andselect the correct answer:List IA. Northcote-Trevelyan ReportB. Office of Management and BudgetC. Brown low CommissionD. Assheton CommitteeList II1. Government personal management2. Training of civil servants3. US Treasury4. All-round administratorA B C Da. 1 2 4 3b. 4 3 1 2c. 1 3 4 2d. 4 2 1 395. Which of the following wererecommended by the Fulton Committee?1. Generalist2. Unified grading structure3. Specialist4. ProfessionalismSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1 and 3d. 2, 3 and 496. Which of the following statements are notcorrect in respect of the French CivilService?a. Recruitment and training are combinedin the ENAb. A Corp is a basic unit of organizationof the Civil Service

d. Less emphasis on moral andprofessional standards109. The question of preference for residents ofState to the services was raised during thedebate in Constituent Assembly on theReport of thea. Committee on Fundamental Rightsb. Committee on Tribal and BackwardClassesc. Backward Classes Commissiond. Drafting Committee110. The amakudari system of Japan impliesa. Professional trainingb. Post-retirement assignmentc. Monetary compensationd. Foreign postings111. The powers of the Indian Parliament inbudgetary matters are covered in:a. Article 111 to 115b. Article 112 to 117c. Article 114 to 119d. Article 115 to 119112. Fiscal policy aims ata. Increasing exportsb. Making credit available in plenty toindustriesc. Making cheap credit available to theindustriesd. Accelerating the economic growth113. The fiscal deficit representsa. The excess of foreign exchangepayments over foreign exchangereceiptsb. The total amount of borrowed fundsrequired by the government to fullymeet its expenditurec. The excess of imports over exportsd. None of the above114. Which of the following indicates that howmuch of the government borrowings aregoing towards meeting expenses other thaninterest payments?a. Primary deficitb. Revenue deficitc. Primary revenue deficitd. Budgetary deficit115. Charged expenditure upon theConsolidated Fund of India:

c. Ecole Polytechnique does not conducttraining for the higher technical corpsd. It is elitist and very legalistic97. Match List I with List II and select thecorrect answer:List I (Theories)A. Need Priority TheoryB. Motivation-Maintenance TheoryC. Expectancy Theory of MotivationD. X and Y Theory of MotivationList II (Scholars)1. Herzberg2. Victor H. Vroom3. Maslow4. McGregor5. Lyndall and UrwickA B C Da. 3 1 2 4b. 4 2 5 3c. 3 2 5 4d. 4 1 2 398. Which one of the following is the correctorder of hierarchy of human needs?a. Security - social - biological - selfesteem – self actualizationb. Biological - security - social - selfesteem – self actualizationc. Self esteem - security - social -biological – self actualizationd. Self actualization - self esteem - social- security - biological99. Karl Marx regarded bureaucracya. As an instrument of Governmentb. As a medium of policy implementationc. As an instrument of dominant rulingclass promoting their particularinterestsd. As an instrument of the noblespromoting their interests100. Which one of the following is not correctabout the classification in relation to thecountries mentioned below?a. Position classification : United Statesof Americab. Rank classification : Indiac. Position classification : UnitedKingdomd. Rank classification : France101. United States of America discarded spoilssystem of recruitment in favor of merit

a. Is submitted to the vote of Parliamentb. Is not submitted to the vote of RajyaSabhac. Is not submittted for the sanction of thePresidentd. Is not submitted to the vote ofParliament116. Which of the following States require(s)judicial qualifications for the appointmentof Lokayukta ?1. Maharashtra2. Rajasthan3. Bihar4. Andhra PradeshSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 onlyb. 2 and 3c. 4 onlyd. 1 and 4117. Consider the following statements:Legislative accountability of a Minister isessential because1. He is the political head of thedepartment2. He cannot delegate policy-makingfunction to senior administrators in hisdepartment as it is a political function3. Administrative policy is based onpolitical direction4. Policy in the final analysis is based ona popular mandateWhich of these statements is/are correct?a. 1 onlyb. 2 and 3c. 1 and 4d. 2, 3 and 4118. ‘Audit means the process of ascertainingwhether the Administration spent or isspending its funds in accordance with theterms of the legislative instrument whichappropriated the money.’ This definitionwas given bya. Gladstoneb. Charles worthc. Francisd. Rico119. Consider the following statements:Limitations of judicial control are1. Prohibitive costs2. Time-consuming procedures3. Lack of technical expertise

principle by thea. Civil Service Act, 1884b. Civil Service Recruitment Act, 1883c. Civil Service Act, 1853d. Civil Service Act, 1883102. ‘Efficiency Records’ method fordetermining the merit is practiced ina. The USAb. Francec. The UKd. Japan

4. Limited jurisdictionWhich of these statements are correct?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 4120. ‘No tax shall be levied or collected exceptby authority of law.’ Which Article of theConstitution of India provides this?a. Article 209b. Article 215c. Article 256d. Article 265


1. Coordination requires:1. Acquisition of resources to accomplisha specific objective2. integration of resources of theorganization into a dynamic system3. Mastering the totality of the job thatneeds to be done4. Funnelling of the work done byfunctional specialists through theprojectSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 3b. 2 and 4c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 42. Which one of the following statements canbe attributed to Tead?a. Communication is a sharedunderstanding of a shared purposeb. The underlying aim of communicationis a meeting of minds on commonissuesc. Communication is the blood stream ofadministrative organizationd. The essence of communication is notinformation but understanding3. Consider the following statements:According to Chester 1. Bernard, effectivecommunication in an organization dependsupon1. definite channels of communication2. direct line of communication

15. Regarding the nature of comparativepublic administration, F W Riggsvisualized three trends. Which of thefollowing is not one of them?a. A shift from empirical to normativeorientationb. A shift from normative to empiricalorientationc. A shift from ideographic to nomotheticorientationd. A shift from non-ecological toecological orientation16. In American system a Bill approved byboth the Houses is sent to the President. Ifthe President does not respond within tendays but the Congress ends the sessionbefore ten days, then the Bill dies. This iscalled:a. The vetob. Bad legislationc. Overridden Billd. The pocket veto17. The executive office of the President ofUSA comprises which of the following?1. White House office2. Office of Budget and Management3. National Security Council4. Council of Economic AdvisorsSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 418. Which one of the following is true aboutthe American Cabinet?a. It is appointed by the President

3. authenticated substance ofcommunication4. authority behind communicationwhich of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 1, 3 and 4c. 2 and 3d. 1 and 44. Match List-I (Leadership Theories) withList-II (Scholars) and select the correctanswer using the codes given below thelists:List I (Leadership Theories)A. Ethical theoryB. Triat theoryC. Situational theoryD. Contingency theoryList II (Scholars)1. Fred Fielder2. Robert House3. Stogdill4. Keith Davis5. Amatai EtzioniCode:a. A-5 B-4 C-3 D-1b. A-1 B-3 C-2 D-5c. A-5 B-3 C-2 D-1d. A-1 B-4 C-3 D-55. According to A. Maslow, which one of thefollowing is the correct sequence of aperson’s needs (from lower to higher-orderneeds)?a. Physiological-Esteem-Safety-Social-Self-actualizationb. Physiological-Safety-Social-Esteem-Self-actualizationc. Safety-Social-Physiological-Selfactualization-Esteemd. Self-actualization-Safety-Social-Physiological-Esteem6. In the context of the two-factor theory ofmotivation propounded by Herzberg,identify correctly the satisfiers (motivationfactors) from the following groups:1. Company policy and administration,supervision, work conditions andsalary

b. It is based on the principle of collectiveresponsibilityc. It comprises politicians who areelected directly by the peopled. It is answerable to the Congress19. The idea of a permanent civil service inEngland originated in the report ofa. Northcote Trevelynb. Ridley Commissionc. Franks Committeed. Fulton Committee20. Which one of the following statements isnot correct about the Office of theParliamentary Commissioner forAdministration in the UK?a. The Office was set up on therecommendations of the WhyattReport.b. This Office investigates cases of maladministrationc. This Office receives complaintsdirectly from the peopled. This office was created in 196721. “The authority of the British Civil serviceand for that matter of experts, is one of theinfluence, not of power”-was commentedbya. Ramsay MacDonaldb. Herold Laskic. Ramsay Muird. Winston Churchill22. Which one of the following is not a groupof General Departments of theGovernment of Britain?a. The Treasuryb. The Home Officec. The Health Officed. The Scottish Office23. Consider the following statements aboutConseild’ Etat of France:1. stands at the top of the AdministrativeCourts2. advises the government on theexecutive matters3. enjoys ultimate disciplinary authorityover the civil servants4. is the managing authority of EcoleNationale d’Administration.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1 and 4d. 1 and 3

2. Relation with supervisors, subordinatesand peers.3. Personal life, status and security4. Achievement, recognition, work,responsibility, advancement andgrowthSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 onlyb. 1 and 2c. 2 and 3d. 4 only7. The theory of ‘prismatic society’ in publicadministration is based onPUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONa. The study of public services indeveloped and developing societiesb. Institutional comparison of publicadministration in developed countriesc. Structural –functional analysis ofpublic administration in developingsocietiesd. Historical studies of publicadministration in different societies8. Who of the following did not accept theprinciple of unity of command in thefunctioning of an organization?a. Henry Fayolb. Luther Gullickc. J.D. Mooneyd. F.W.Taylo9. Match List-I with List-II and select thecorrect answer using the codes givenbelow the lists:List IA. Representative bureaucraciesB. Party bureaucraciesC. Ruler-dominated bureaucraciesD. Ruling bureaucraciesList II1. Totalitarian regime2. Colonial rule3. Competitive political process4. Autocratic regimeCode:a. A-4 B-1 C-3 D-2b. A-3 B-2 C-4 D-1c. A-4 B-2 C-3 D-1d. A-3 B-1 C-4 D-210. Consider the following statements:

24. Ecole Nationale d’ Administration ofFrance is not concerned witha. Recruitmentb. Promotionc. Trainingd. Disciplinary action25. In Japan, the Monarchy is hereditary, andfinal authority to change the law ofprimogeniture rests witha. The peopleb. The parliamentc. The judiciaryd. The defence department26. Match List-I (Finance Commission ofIndia) with List-II (Chairman) and selectthe correct answer using the codes givenbelow the lists:List I(Finance Commission of India)A. First Finance CommissionB. Fourth Finance CommissionC. Sixth Finance CommissionD. D. Eighth Finance CommissionList II(Chairman)1. Shri Rajamannar2. Shri Neogi3. Shri Y.B. Chavan4. Shri Brahmananda ReddyCode:a. A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3b. A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1c. A-2 B-3 C-4 D-1d. A-4 B-1 C-2 D-327. Which of the following are the correctprinciples of the budgeting?1. Estimates should be on departmentalbasis.2. Estimates should be on revenue basis3. Budgeting should be net and not grossSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 1 onlyc. 3 onlyd. 1, 2 and 328. Which one of the following is the correctchronological order of the evolution of thegiven Office/Committees?a. Committee on Public Undertakings-Estimates Committee-Public accountsCommittee-Comptroller and AuditorGeneral of Indiab. Comptroller and Auditor General of

1. Work sampling and assessment centreare two best known performancesimulation test.2. Competent employees remaincompetent forever.3. On-the-job training methods do notdisrupt the workplace.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. 1 onlyb. 2 and 3c. 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 311. The function of the Cabinet Secretariat isa. To formulate policiesb. To implement policiesc. To act as a staff agencyd. To act as Prime Minister’s Secretariat12. Which of the following are not the trainingmethods adopted by United Kingdom forits civil servants?1. Post-entry training2. Pre-entry training3. Seminar/conference method4. Special course in administration andmanagementSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 1 and 413. Which one of the following is not a basicpremise of behaviouralism according toDavid Easton?a. Discoverable uniformities in humanbehaviourb. Value commitmentc. Inter-disciplinary focusd. Systematization14. Match List-I (Act in the AdministrativeSystem of USA) with List-II (Feature) andselect the correct answer using the codesgiven below the lists:List I(Act in the Administrative System)

India-Estimates Committee-PublicAccounts Committee-Committee onPublic Undertakingsc. Committee on Public Undertakings-Public Accounts Committee-EstimatesCommittee-Committee on PublicUndertakingsd. Comptroller and Auditor General ofIndia-Public accounts Committee-Estimates Committee-committee onPublic Undertakings29. Which of the following documents arepresented to the parliament along with theUnion Budget?1. An explanatory memorandum on thebudget2. The summary of demands for grants3. An Appropriation Bill4. A Finance BillSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 and 4d. 2 and 430. According to the Eleventh FinanceCommission of India, the horizontaldistribution of net proceeds of central taxrevenue with the States were to begoverned bya. Population, income and areab. Population, and area onlyc. Population, income, area, index ofinfrastructure and tax effortsd. Population, income, area, index ofinfrastructure, tax efforts and fiscaldiscipline

A. Taft Hartley ActB. Hatch ActC. Ramspeck ActList II(Feature)1. Right to political activities2. Right to strike3. Machinery for negotiations of disputes4. Right to organize5. Merit systema. A-1 B-5 C-3b. A-2 B-1 C-5c. A-1 B-4 C-3d. A-2 B-5 C-1


31. Which one of the following elements isignored by the classical theory?a. Formal structureb. Managerial techniquesc. Informal patternsd. Principles of organization32. “In developing States, bureaucraticadministration has been transformed intoan institution that emphasizes thesovereignty of politics rather than thesupremacy of administration”- wascommented bya. David C. Potterb. K.R. Hopec. Max Weberd. F.M. Marx33. Consider the following statements:The concept of new public management isbased on:1. adoption of private sector managementpractices in public administration.2. laying of implicit standards andmeasures of performance.3. stress on greater discipline andparsimony in resource use.4. shift to greater emphasis onprocedures.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1 and 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 4d. 1, 2 and 334. Heuristics” in the context of

46. Which one of the following does notconstitute the human relations movementof Elton Mayo?a. The first inquiryb. Hawthorne studiesc. Shop managementd. The Great illumination47. Which one of the following approachesemphasizes more on social andpsychological factors at the workplacewhich in turn determine the workers’satisfaction and organizational output?a. System approachb. Behavioural approachc. Classical approachd. Human relations approach48. Which one of the following is not asignificant feature of the Hawthorneresearch?a. Emphasis on rulesb. Informal organizationc. Human relations approachd. Man’s relations approach49. An organization system is concernedprimarily witha. Defined sets of interactionsb. A set of connected partsc. The roles that individuals playd. Interdependent parts and theirinteractions50. Match List-I (Essence) with List-II(Administration Theories) and select thecorrect answer using the codes given

decisionmakingimplya. Judgmental shortcuts in decisionmakingb. Judgment based on deep analysisc. Reviewing elaborate training methodsfor employeesd. Reviewing elaborate recruitmentmethods for employees35. Staff agency is of the nature ofa. Executive control over administrationb. Parliamentary control overadministrationc. In-built control over administrationd. Quasi-judicial control overadministration36. Match List-I (Statement) with List-II(Scholar) and select the correct answerusing the codes given below the lists:List I (Statement)A. Wherever authority is exercised,responsibility arisesB. Authority as expressed in legal terms isessentially staticC. The principle of correspondencebetween authority and responsibilityshould be appliedD. Authority depends upon thewillingness of the subordinates toaccept orders from their superiorsList II(Scholar)1. Chester I Bernard2. Henri Fayol3. F.M. Marx4. L.F. UrwickCode:a. A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3b. A-2 B-3 C-4 D-1c. A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1d. A-2 B-1 C-4 D-337. Consider the following:1. Consultation and training2. Coordination3. Fact finding and research4. PlanningAbove are the main functions of which orthe following?a. Staff agenciesb. Auxiliary agenciesc. Line agenciesd. Independent regulatory bodies38. Consider the following statements:

below the lists:List I (Essence)A. Policy decision is the expression offormal organisationB. It is the out-come of grapevineC. It is the result of social constructionD. It is the decision of peoples’representativesList II(Administration Theories)1. Classical theory2. Informal organization theory3. Post-modernism4. Democratic theoryCode:a. A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4b. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2c. A-1 B-4 C-3 D-2d. A-3 B-2 C-1 D-451. Budget Division works under thea. Department of Revenue, Ministry ofFinance, Government of Indiab. Department of Expenditure, Ministryof Finance, Government of Indiac. Department of Economic Affairs,Ministry of Finance, Government ofIndiad. Finance Commission52. Consider the following:1. Selection of proper worker for the job2. Establishing the time in which the jobis to be accomplished3. Definition of the task to beaccomplished4. Motivating the worker for a high levelperformanceThe correct sequence of the aboveactivities in which a responsible manager,under scientific management, should directthe workers isa. 3-4-2-1b. 2-1-3-4c. 3-1-2-4d. 2-4-3-153. Which among the following is/are thebasis of Herbert Simon’s decision makingtheory?1. The need to take administrative

Taylor’s principles of scientificmanagement were based on1. first-hand experimentation2. observation3. work procedure4. industrial unrestwhich of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1 and 4d. 1, 2 and 439. Which one of the following is not a featureof Max Weber’s bureaucratic theory?a. Division of work is based onfunctional specializationb. Tasks are divided into personal spheresof authorityc. Rules of conduct are applied uniformlyd. Transaction of official business mustbe recorded in writing40. Consider the following statements:Weber’s model makes bureaucracy1. rule-oriented2. value-neutral3. client-centred4. impersonalWhich of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 1, 2 and 4d. 3 and 441. Which one of the following does notconsist of the ideal characteristics ofbureaucracy as propounded by MaxWeber?a. Impersonal orderb. Monocratic typec. Hierarchyd. Informal methods42. Consider the following statements:Classical theorists were concerned with the1. structuring of authority2. principles of organization3. fatigue caused by work4. work arrangementWhich of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1 and 2b. 1, 2 and 4

principles seriously2. Preferences and social conditioning ofthe administrator3. Orders of the superiorSelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 1 onlyb. 1 and 2c. 2 onlyd. 3 only54. Which one of the following was notidentified by Robert Dahl as an issue in thescience of public administration?a. Need for normative considerationsb. Human behaviourc. Importance of machine concept oforganizationd. Sociological factors55. Consider the following statements inrelation to the human relations schoolbased on Hawthorne Studies:1. Mayo opened the door to research intosocial man.2. Work satisfaction depends largely onthe informal social pattern of theworking group3. Supervision, morale and productivityare interlinked.4. Apart from technical and economicaspects of a programme, human aspectis also importantWhich of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1 and 3b. 2 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 456. Who is responsible for the observance ofthe Rules of Business of the stategovernment in India?a. The Governorb. The Chief Ministerc. The Advocate Generald. The Chief Secretary of the StateGovernment57. For which of the following Bills, the prior

c. 2, 3 and 4d. 1, 3 and 443. Which theory makes a completedistinction between the office and theincumbent, thereby stressing the fact thatpersonal and public spheres are distinctand separate?a. Behavioural theoryb. System theoryc. Human relations theoryd. Bureaucratic theory44. Who advocated the situational theory ofleadership?a. Mary Parker Follettb. Elton Mayoc. Douglas McGregord. Chris Argyris45. According to Mary Parker Follett, a leaderis one1. who energizes his group2. to whom the total inter-relatedness isclear3. who is at the apex of the organization4. who possesses expert knowledgeSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. 1 and 2b. 3 and 4c. 1, 2 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 4

sanction of the president is required beforethey are introduced in the Parliament?a. All the money billsb. Bills concerned with the alternation ofthe boundaries of the Statesc. Both (a) and (b)d. Neither (a) nor (b)58. Which one of the following is not thefunction of the Directorates at the Statelevel in India?a. To execute policies of the governmentb. To control field agenciesc. To collect data for suggestingalternative course of actiond. To frame basic policies for governance59. In 1977, under whose chairmanship, thePanchayat Raj Committee was formed?a. Ashok Mehtab. Sardar Swaran Singhc. Balwantrai Mehtad. Madhu Dandwate60. Who among the following is hailed as thefather of local self-government in India?a. Lord Mayob. Lord Riponc. Jawaharlal Nehru

d. Mahatma Gandhi

61. Which of the following units of urbanlocal self government does not have aconstitutional foundation?a. Cantonment Boardsb. Municipal Councilsc. Municipal Corporationsd. Nagar Panchayats62. Herbert Simon’s concept of administrationis based ona. Structural-functional approachb. Logical positivismc. Systems approachd. Elite approach63. Municipal Area means the territorial areaof a Municipality as is notified by the

76. Assertion (A): Osborne and Gabler made aplea for reinventing the government at theSecond Minnowbrook Conference, 1988.Reason(R): The Second MinnowbrookConference reviewed the developmentsafter 1968 and found the growth of newpublic administration as inadequate.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true77. Assertion(A):Effective implementation of

a. Governorb. Municipal Commissionerc. Municipal Councild. Council Ministers64. Under which Article of the Constitution ofIndia, did the District Planning Committeecome into existence?a. Article 243 ZDb. Article 243 ZEc. Article 244 ZDd. Article 242 ZD65. Who consolidates the plans prepared bythe Panchayats and Municipalities in thedistrict?a. State Planning Commissionb. Public Accounts Committeec. District Planning Committeed. District Planning and DevelopmentCouncil66. Under which of the following Articles ofthe Constitution of India, the statelegislatures delegate powers and functionsto the Panchayats?a. 243 and 243 Ab. 243 A and 243 Bc. 243 G and 243 Hd. 243 D and 243 F67. 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendmentsdo not apply to which of the followingstates?a. Meghalayab. Goac. Sikkimd. Himachal Pradesh68. Match List-I (Items) with List-II (Articleof the 74th Constitutional AmendmentAct) and select the correct answer usingthe codes given below the lists:List I(Items)A. Constitution of MunicipalitiesB. Reservation of seats in MunicipalBodiesC. State Finance CommissionD. Duration of MunicipalitiesList II(Articles of the 74th Constitutional

a government project needs unity ofcommand.Reason(R): Programmes and projects ingovernment are driven by politics and notby policy.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true78. Assertion(A): The span of control varieswith the capacity of the manager and thetask.Reason(R): A manager merely supervisesthe work of his subordinates who could besix to eight.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true79. Assertion (A): Shared beliefs and informalcontacts of the top administrators are thecrucial factors in achieving a coordinatedaction.Reason(R): Scientific theorists haveexcessive belief in the values of adisciplined hierarchy.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true80. Match List-I (Author) with List-II (Book)and select the correct answer using thecodes given below the lists:List I(Author)A. Fred W. RiggsB. L.D. WhiteC. Herbert A SimonD. J.C. CharlesworthList II(Book)1. Administrative Behaviour

Amendment Act)1. 243Q2. 243T3. 243Y4. 243UCode:a. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2b. A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4c. A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4d. A-1 B-4 C-3 D-269. According to Article 243 S of theConstitution of India it is obligatory toconstitute ‘Ward Committees’ in the areaof a municipality. The population of suchmunicipality should bea. One lac or moreb. Two lacs or morec. Three lacs or mored. Five lacs or more70. “Leadership is influence over people andnot power over them”. Who among thefollowing commented this?a. Marry Parker Follettb. Chester I. Bernardc. McGregord. Rensis Likert71. Which was the first country to introducethe Right to information?a. Canadab. Japanc. Swedend. USA72. Assertion(A): The Estimate Committee ofthe British Parliament has been describedas a ‘continuous economy committee’.Reason(R): It is a means of legislativecontrol over the administrationa. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true73. Assertion(A):The system approach isbased on the concept that organizationshould be studied as a whole because thebehaviour of one part has a considerable

2. Introduction to the Study of PublicAdministration3. The Ecology of Public Administration4. Governmental AdministrationCode:a. A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3b. A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4c. A-4 B-2 C-1 D-3d. A-3 B-1 C-2 D-481. The function of public administration isthat of assuring social stability byfacilitating change. Who amongst thefollowing gave this concept about the roleof public administration?a. Paul J. Gordonb. Henri Fayolc. Brooks Adamsd. John M. Gaus82. Fred Riggs in his work Prismatic SocietyRevisited does not talk abouta. Developed societiesb. Structural functionalismc. Importance of citizen’s participationd. Need for differentiation and integration83. Public administration is different fromprivate administration ina. Productivityb. Judicious risk-takingc. Financial returnsd. Legislative approval84. Public administration is superior to privateadministration is superior to privateadministration by virtue of the fact thata. Its achievements and failures aresubject to scrutinyb. It works in accordance with welldefinedproceduresc. It has to maintain high standards ofefficiencyd. It has the primary responsibility topromote public welfare85. The three pillars of government are usuallyknown as the executive, the legislature andthe judiciary. Who amongst the followingsaid that the administration is the fourthpillar of government?

impact on the other.Reason(R): The system approach ignoresthe interactions between a system and itsenvironment.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true74. Assertion(A):Behavioural researchsuggested theory building in the area ofcomparative public administration.Reason(R): The studies in comparativepublic administration got bogged downbecause of the concept of administrativeculture.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true75. Assertion(A):Centralization implies thateverything in the organization is managedby the officials at the topReason(R): The principle of centralizationrequires that ultimate responsibilityremains at the top.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true andR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true

a. Luther Gullickb. W.F. Willoughbyc. Paul Applebyd. F.M. Marx86. Consider the following statements:An organization is1. a blend of inter-dependent parts2. a mass of people inside it3. a framework of authority andresponsibility4. a system in the service of outsiders.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1 and 2b. 2, 3 and 4c. 1, 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 487. Which one of the following is a distinctivefeature of a formal organization?a. Common rules of behaviourb. Common code of behaviourc. Common values of workersd. Common ambitions of workers88. Match List-I (Name of the Commission)with List-II (Created Under Article of theConstitution of India) and select thecorrect answer using the codes givenbelow the lists:List I(Name of the Commission)A. The Finance CommissionB. The Commission for BackwardClassesC. The Election CommissionD. The Official Language CommissionList II(Created Under Article of the Constitutionof India)1. Article 2802. Article 3403. Article 3244. Article 344Code:a. A-1 B-4 C-3 D-2b. A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4c. A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4d. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-289. Match List-I (Theories of Organization)with List-II (Orientation) and select thecorrect answer using the codes given

below the lists:List I(Theories Organization)A. Traditional theoryB. Humanistic theoryC. System theoryD. D. Situational design theoryList II(Orientation)1. Employee-centred2. Openness3. Task-centred4. Inter-connectiveCode:a. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2b. A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3c. A-3 B-1 C-4 D-2d. A-2 B-4 C-1 D-390. The term ‘Gang plank’, used by HenryFayol refers toa. Need for level jumpingb. Conformity to hierarchyc. Emphasis on formalismd. Defeat of objectives

91. “Planning has superseded the Federationand our country is functioning like aunitary system in many respects”- wasstated bya. Ashok Chandab. K. Santhanamc. Estimates Committeed. Administrative Reforms Commission92. Which one of the following is not the viewof closed model in relation to role oforganizations?a. Rationality has been the organisation’ssole prerogativeb. In an organization most men enjoywork and tend to be creativec. A rigid, hierarchical structure withheavy formalism would improve theefficiency of the organizationd. Organizational order and maintenanceof discipline comes from the top of theorganization, not out of spontaneoushuman behaviour93. Who amongst the following introduce theconcept of ‘zone of indifference’ in an

111. Match List-I (Event) with List-II (Act/Year) and select the correct answerusing the codes given below the lists:List I(Event)A. Establishment of supreme governmentat Fort William, CalcuttaB. Creation of the post of GovernorGeneral of IndiaC. Separate Secretariat for theGovernment of IndiaD. Assumption of the responsibility ofdirect administration of India by theBritish CrownList II(Act/Year)1. The Charter Act of 18332. Government of India Act, 18583. Regulatory Act, 17734. Year 1843Code:a. A-3 B-1 C-4 D-2b. A-2 B-4 C-1 D-3c. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2d. A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3112. Who recommended that the

organization?a. Herbert Simonb. Douglas McGregorc. Chester I. Bernardd. Chris Argyris94. An attached office differs from asubordinate office under the Governmentof India in thata. The former is a line agency while thelatter is a staff agencyb. The former is a permanent agencywhile the latter is temporary agencyc. The former provides technical advicewhile the latter renders routine servicesd. The former is headed by thebureaucrats while the latter is headedby the technocrats95. Which one of the following powers of theRajya Sabha is provided in theConstitution of India?a. To reject or amend a money billb. To decide whether a bill is a moneybillc. To vote for public expenditured. To delay a money bill for a period notexceeding fourteen days96. Which one of the following statementsabout the Finance Commission in India isnot correct?a. The Commission comprises aChairman and four other membersb. The Parliament is authorized todetermine by law the qualifications ofthe members of the Commissionc. All the appointments are made by thePresident of India.d. All the members have to be fromIndian Economic Service or IndianStatistical Service97. Consider the following statements:Audit in India1. Is governed by an executive order2. looks into extravagance of expenditure3. concerns with financial propriety4. is not a constitutional obligation.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1 and 2b. 3 and 4c. 2 and 4d. 2 and 398. The Central Administrative Tribunals

PlanningCommission should purely be a technicalbody?a. Sarkaria Commissionb. L.K. Jha Committeec. Chelliah Committeed. Administrative Reforms Commission113. Select the correct sequence of thefollowing amendments:1. Voting age reduced from 21 years to18 years2. Right to properly deleted from the listof Fundamental Rights3. Sikkim became a State of the IndianUnion4. Hindi version of the Constitution wasaccepted officiallySelect the correct answer using the codesgiven below:a. 3-1-4-2b. 4-2-3-1c. 3-2-4-1d. 4-1-3-2114. Which one of the following is the correctsequence of the given stages in relation tothe enactment of the budget in India?a. Voting of demands for grants-Generaldiscussion-Consideration and passingof the Appropriation Bill-Consideration and passing of theFinance Billb. General discussion-Voting of demandsfor grants-Consideration and passingof the Appropriation BillConsiderationand passing of theFinance Billc. Voting of demands for grants-Consideration and passing of theAppropriation Bill-Consideration andpassing of the Finance Bill-Generaldiscussiond. General discussion-Consideration andpassing of the Finance Bill-Consideration and passing of theAppropriation Bill-Voting of demandsfor grants115. Match List-I with List-II and select thecorrect answer using the codes givenbelow the lists:List I

wereset up on the recommendations ofa. The Ministry of Law and Justiceb. The Administrative ReformsCommissionc. The India Law Commissiond. The Sarkaria Commission99. The Comptroller and Auditor General ofIndia submits its reports to thea. Prime Ministerb. Parliamentc. Presidentd. Chief Justice of India100. The Union Public Service Commissionsubmits its annual report to thea. Parliamentb. Department of Personnel and Trainingc. Cabinet Secretaryd. President101. Immediately before 26 January, 1950, theUnion Public Service Commission wasknown asa. Public Service Commissionb. Federal public Service Commissionc. Central Public Service Commissiond. Imperial public Service Commission102. “Our aim is not to replace specialists byadministrators or vise-versa. They shouldbe complementary to one another” – wasrecommended by which one of thefollowing Reports?a. ARC report on PersonnelAdministrationb. Second Hoover Commission Reportc. Gorwala Report on PublicAdministrationd. Fulton Committee Report103. Under the provisions of the Article 217(1)of the Constitution of India, who is entitledto be consulted by the President of India inthe matter of the appointments of thejudges of the High Courts?a. The Union Minister of Law and Justiceb. The Chief Justice of the High Courtc. The Attorney General of Indiad. The Governor104. In 1953, Prime Minister Jawaharlal

A. MandamusB. Habeas CorpusC. CertiorariD. Quo-warrantoList II1. Direction to an official for theperformance of duty2. Release of an illegally detained person3. Transferring of a case from an interiorcourt to a court of higher jurisdiction4. Calling upon one to show by whatauthority does he hold or claim afranchise or officeCode:a. A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4b. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2c. A-1 B-4 C-3 D-2d. A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4116. Which one of the following committeeshad recommended people’s participationin community development programmes?a. Ashok Mehta Committeeb. Balwant Rai Mehta Committeec. Rural-urban Relationship Committeed. L.M. Singhvi Committee117. Match List-I with List-II and select thecorrect answer using the codes givenbelow the lists:List IA. Dyarchy in provincial governmentB. Rigid centralization and slowDecentralizationC. Federal scheme of governmentD. Communal representationList II1. Minto-Morley Reforms2. Government of India Act, 19353. Montague-Chelmsford Reforms4. Indian Council’s Act, 1861Code:a. A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1b. A-1 B-2 C-4 D-3c. A-3 B-2 C-4 D-1d. A-1 B-4 C-2 D-3118. Match List-I with List-II and select thecorrect answer using the codes givenbelow the lists:List I

Nehruannounced the formation of a commissionto study the reorganization of states on alinguistic basis under the chairmanship ofa. T.K. Krishnamacharib. Vallabhai Patelc. Fazal Alid. G.B. Pant105. The salaries and allowances of the councilof ministers of the state government arepaid from thea. Reserve Bank of Indiab. Treasury of the state governmentc. Contingency Fund of the stated. Consolidated Fund of the state 106. The performance budget is a statement ofa. The income of the governmentb. The difference between expenditureand income of the governmentc. Selected plans of developmentd. The entire programme of governmentalactivity107. Controller General of Accounts in Indiaworksa. Under the Ministry of financeb. Under the Comptroller and AuditorGeneral of Indiac. Under the Audit and AccountsDepartmentd. Is independent of all the above three108. The ultimate responsibility of taking dueaction on the comments of the Comptrollerand Auditor General of India vests withthea. President of Indiab. Supreme Courtc. Parliamentd. National Development Council109. “Power in a democratic society requirescontrol, and the greater the power the moreneed for control” who said this?a. Lord Actonb. W.A. Robsonc. L.D. Whited. D.R. Rowat

A. Tax levied by the Union of India andassigned to the CentreB. Tax levied by the Union of India butassigned to the StatesC. Tax levied by the State and assignedD. Tax levied by the Union of India anddistributed between the Union and theStatesList II1. Income Tax2. Land Revenue3. Estate Duty4. SurchargeCode:a. A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3b. A-2 B-3 C-4 D-1c. A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3d. A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1119. Which of the following services under theGovernment of India are termed as All-India services?a. IAS, IPS and Indian Foreign Serviceb. IAS onlyc. IPS onlyd. IAS, IPS and Indian Forests service120. Consider the following statements aboutthe functions of Cabinet Secretariat inIndia:1. It call up information from the armedforces.2. It supervises the work of thediplomatic missions.3. It prepares the agenda for cabinetmeetings.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. 1 and 2b. 2 and 3c. 3 only

d. 1 only

110. Match List-I (Training Institute) with List-II (Place) and select the correct answerusing the codes given below the lists:List I (Training Institute)A. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel NationalPolice AcademyB. Income Tax Training SchoolC. Indian Audit and Accounts ServiceTraining InstituteD. Institute of Secretariat Training andManagementList II (Place)1. Hyderabad2. Shimla3. Nagpur4. New Delhi5. Mount AbuCode:a. A-4 B-2 C-3 D-5b. A-1 B-3 C-2 D-4c. A-4 B-3 C-2 D-5d. A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4


1. Who among the following introduced theconcepts and phrases-“conflict resolution”and “the task of leadership”?a. Henri Fayolb. Elton Mayoc. Mary Parker Follettd. Chester Barnard2. Match List-I (Leadership Type) with List-II (Main Idea/Model) and select the correctanswer using the code given below thelists:List-I (Leadership Type)A. ParticipativeB. ContingencyC. BehaviouralD. SituationalList-II(Main Idea/Model)1. Vroom and Yetton’s Normative Model2. The Managerial Grid3. Likert’s Leadership Style4. Fiedler’s Least Preferred Co-worker

16. Consider the following statements:1. There is no provision in respect of theSecretariat of State Legislature in theConstitution of India.2. The Constitution of India does not listthe powers and functions of the ChiefSecretary of a State?Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 217. Consider the following statements:1. The Administrative ReformsCommission (ARC) had recommendedthat the Department of Personnel of aState should be put under the charge ofthe Chief Secretary of the State.2. Chief Secretary of a State is notinvolved in any manner in thepromotion of State Civil officers to theAll-India Services.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?

(LPC) TheoryCode:a. A-2 B-4 C-3 D-1b. A-3 B-1 C-2 D-4c. A-2 B-1 C-3 D-4d. A-3 B-4 C-2 D-13. Which of the following Departments of theGovernment of India were put under theCabinet Secretariat at the time of theircreation?1. Department of Electronics2. Department of Scientific and IndustrialResearch3. Department of PersonnelSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1 and 2b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 34. Which one of the following States has ajoint All-India Service cadre withArunachal Pradesh, Goa, and UnionTerritories?a. Sikkimb. Mizoramc. Nagalandd. Jharkhand5. Which of the following pairs is/arecorrectly matched?1. Introduction to the Study of PublicAdministration Leonard D. White2. Principles of Public AdministrationW.F. Willoughby3. The Functions of the ExecutiveHerbert A. SimonSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 2d. Only 16. Consider the following statements :1. The rationalist paradigm of publicpolicy is dominated by scholars ofpublic administration rather than bypolitical scientists.2. The incrementalist paradigm of

a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 218. Consider the following statements:1. Activities classified for line authoritydiffer in each organization.2. For small organization, all positionsmay be line positions.3. Staff authority is based on expertpower.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 2 and 34. Only 1 and 319. Consider the following statements:1. Decentralization has the sameadvantages as delegation.2. Decentralization leads to moreflexibility in an organization.3. Decentralization leads to slowerdecision making in rapidly changingenvironment.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 2 and 320. Which one of the following is not afunction of a leader in an organization?a. Motivating employeesb. Fixing the remuneration package forthe employeesc. Resolving conflictd. Selecting the most effectivecommunication channel21. Consider the following statements:1. In India, whether the expenditure ischarged on the Consolidated Fund ofIndia or it is an amount voted by thelok Sabha, no money can be issued outof the Consolidated Fund of Indiaunless the expenditure is authorized byan Appropriation Act.2. The Rajya Sabha has no power ofamending or rejecting theAppropriation Bill or the Annualfinance Bill.3. The Rajya Sabha has no further

publicpolicy making and implementation istheoretical, effectual, prescriptive andnormative.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 27. Consider the following statements:1. The Management Information System(MIS) provides decision makingassistance for unstructured problems.2. Decision Support System (DSS) isstructured around analytic decisionmodels on a specialized managementdatabase.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 2PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION8. Consider the following statements aboutopen model of organization:1. Means (or the proper way to do a job)are emphasized in the open model.2. Non-routine tasks occur in unstableconditions in the open model.3. The beginning of the open model canbe traced to Saint-Simon and AugusteComte.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 2b. 1 and 3c. 2 and 3d. 1 and 29. Which of the following are among the 14principles of management in the classicalmanagement work of Henri Fayol?1. Personnel tenure2. Unity of command3. Core competence

business with the Annual FinancialStatement beyond the generaldiscussion.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 1 and 322. Consider the following statements:1. After the demands for grants in theAnnual Financial Statement are votedby the Lok Sabha, the grants so madeas well as the expenditure charged onthe Consolidated Fund of India areincorporated in the Annual FinanceBill.2. The taxing proposals of the budget areincluded in an Appropriation Bill.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 223. Consider the following statements:1. Administrative expenses of theSupreme Court of India are not subjectto a vote in the Parliament.2. No discussion on the conduct of aJudge of the Supreme Court of Indiacan take place in Parliament exceptupon a motion for an address to thePresident of India for removal of theJudge.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 224. Which of the following pairs is/arecorrectly matched?Scholar Viewpoint1. F. Riggs: In developing countries,bureaucracy also performs politicalroles2. Harold Laski: Bureaucracy is a threatto democratic government3. S. Eisenstadt: Bureaucracy is the

4. Scalar chainSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1,2 and 3b. Only 2 and 4c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2, 3 and 410. The Wagner Act which proved to be theMagna Carta of labour was introduced inwhich country?a. United States of Americab. Great Britainc. Franced. Japan11. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?In the matrix structure of organization,there isa. Dual chain of commandb. Better communicationc. More flexibilityd. Less conflict12. Consider the following statements:1. Model synthesis of organization isbased on the fact that all organizationsmust deal with uncertainty.2. Sources of uncertainty are external aswell as internal.3. If the sources of organizationaluncertainty are internal, then theorganization will try to reduceuncertainty by decentralizing.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. Only 1 and 2b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 313. Consider the following statements:Organization development is differentfrom1. management development which isaction oriented.2. operations research which is nothuman value oriented.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?

mostrational form of organizationSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. 1 and 2b. Only 1c. Only 2d. 1 and 325. Which one of the following is not includedin “hygiene” factors in the Herzberg twofactortheory of motivation?a. Salaryb. Working conditionsc. Company’s policyd. Responsibility26. Which of the following pairs is/arecorrectly matched?1. Cybernetic Theory Norbert Weiner2. Task-Technology approach toorganizational design Joan Woodward3. Classical approach to organizationaldesign Frederick TaylorSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1 and 2b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1d. 1, 2 and 327. Consider the following statements:1. The Estimate Committee comprises 20members elected each year by the LokSabha from its elected members and 10members elected each year by theRajya Sabha from its elected members.2. The Estimate Committee has no role insuggesting the form in which theestimates shall be presented to theParliament as that is a function of theComptroller and Auditor-General ofIndia.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 228. Consider the following statements:

a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 214. Which of the following are the outcomesof organizational development?1. Improvement in interpersonal skills ofmembers2. More organic organization3. Resolution of conflict throughinteractive methodsSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 1 and 315. Who among the following is widelyregarded as the scholar whose publishedbook started getting academic recognitionfor public administration as an academicdiscipline?a. W .F. Willoughbyb. Fritz M. Marxc. Leonard D. Whited. Frank J. Goodnow

1. The Twelfth Finance Commission hasnot recommended the continuation ofFiscal Reforms Facility.2. In the Twelfth Finance CommissionReport for the period 2005-10, thegrants-in-aid recommended formaintaining public buildings is fivetimes more than that for maintainingforests.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 229. Which one among the following isresponsible for all policy issues pertainingto external aid received by theGovernment of India?a. Planning Commissionb. Department of Economic Affairs,Government of Indiac. Department of Revenue, Governmentof Indiad. Finance commission30. When the Lok Sabha makes any grant inadvances in respect of the estimatedexpenditure for a part of any financial yearpending the completion of the procedureprescribed in the Constitution of India, thisis calleda. Vote on accountb. Vote of creditc. Supplementary grantd. Additional grant

31. The Chairperson of a District PlanningCommittee forwards the development planrecommended by the Committee to whichone of the following?a. The State Governmentb. The District Development Officerc. The District Collectord. Chairperson, Zilla Parishad

46. Consider the following statements aboutmanagerial grid in the context ofleadership theories:1. It portrays a three-dimensional view ofleadership style.2. The grid shows dominating factors in aleader’s thinking in regard to gettingresults.

32. Regarding the Municipalities, who makesthe provisions with respect to thecomposition and the territorial area of aWards Committee?a. Municipal Commissionerb. District Collectorc. State Legislature by lawd. State Election Commissioner33. Who recommends to the Governor theprinciples which should govern thedistribution between the State and thePanchayats of the net proceeds of thetaxes, tolls and fees leviable by the Statewhich may be divided between them?a. Zilla Parishadb. Chief Ministerc. Finance Minister of the Stated. State Finance Commission34. Consider the following statements:1. The Constitution of India grantspersonnel immunity to the President ofIndia and the Governor of a State forofficial acts, but no such immunity isgranted to the Ministers.2. Civil proceedings may be broughtagainst the President of India or theGovernor of a State in respect of theirpersonal acts only if six months’ noticehas been delivered to them.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 235. Match List-I (Name of Local Body) withList-II (State) and select the correct answerusing the code given below the lists:List-I (Name of Local Body)A. Janpad PanchayatB. Mandal Praja ParishadC. Mandal PanchayatD. Taluka PanchayatList-II(State)1. Andhra Pradesh2. Karnataka

3. The grid does not show resultsproduced.4. The grid offers a framework forconceptualizing leadership style.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. Only 1, 2 and 3b. Only 2, 3 and 4c. Only 1 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 447. Consider the following statements:1. Control helps to monitor environmentchanges and their effects on theorganization’s progress.2. Delegation of authority in participativemanagement does not change thenature of the control process.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 248. Consider the following statements:1. The New Public Management reliesheavily on third parties of manage anddeliver government services.2. The New Public Management as adiscipline withdrew from both politicalscience and management.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 249. Consider the following statements:1. Zero-base budgeting is useful forcomparing programmes and assistingfinancial decision makers.2. Zero-base budgeting involvesallocation of resources to agenciesbased on periodic re-evaluation bythose agencies of the need for differentprogrammes.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2

3. Madhya Pradesh4. GujaratCode:a. A-4 B-2 C-1 D-3b. A-3 B-1C -2 D-4c. A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3d. A-3 B-2 C-1 D-436. Consider the following statements:1. The Council of Ministers of a State inIndia is collectively as well asindividually responsible to theLegislative Assembly of the State.2. The Governor of a State has the powerto appoint the Members of the StatePublic Service Commission as well asthe State High Court Judges.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 237. Consider the following statements:1. The minimum prescribed age for anyperson to be a member of Panchayat is25 years.2. A Panchayat reconstituted afterpremature dissolution continues onlyfor the remainder period.3. The 73rd and 74th amendments to theConstitution of India do not apply toSikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, JammuAnd Kashmir, and Delhi.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 2b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 338. The President of India may from time totime fix the number of ElectionCommissioners of the ElectionCommission of India on the basis ofa. Advice by the Chief ElectionCommissionerb. Advice by the Prime Minister’s Officec. Recommendation of the Union LawMinistryd. The law made in that respect by the

c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 250. Which one of the following statements isnot correct in respect of the rationalcomprehensive approach of decisionmakingin an organization?a. It cannot be simulated under laboratoryconditionsb. Values to be realized are usually notset out distinctlyc. Individual decision-maker cannot takea comprehensive view of the wholeproblemd. The need for speed compels decisionsto be taken on the basis of incompletedata51. Who handles the work relating to thedrafting of the Rules of Business of theUnion Government?a. Office of the Speaker of the Lok Sabhab. Cabinet Secretariatc. Prime Minister’s Officed. Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs52. Who among the following is responsiblefor evaluation and processing of proposalsrelating to the capital restructuring ofvarious Central Public SectorUndertakings of the Union Government?a. Controller General of Accountsb. Comptroller and Auditor-Generalc. Department of Industrial Policy andpromotiond. Department of Public Enterprises53. Which of the following techniques used byorganizations engaged in publicadministration are based on networkanalysis?1. Organization and Methods (O. and M.)2. PERT3. Critical Path Method4. Work StudySelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. Only 1 and 2

Parliament39. Consider the following statements:1. In the British system, the accounts areprepared by its Comptroller andAuditor-General.2. The Office of the Comptroller andAuditor-General of India issubstantially modeled upon that of theAuditor-General under theGovernment of India Act, 1935.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 240. The Comptroller and Auditor-General ofIndia has the power to audit which of thefollowing?1. All expenditure from the ContingencyFund and the Public Account of theUnion.2. All expenditure from the ContingencyFund and the Public Account of aState.3. All expenditure from the ConsolidatedFund of each Union Territory having aLegislative Assembly of its own.4. Accounts of all Governmentcompanies set up under the IndianCompanies Act.Select the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 3 and 4d. Only 1,2 and 341. In which year was the decision ofseparating accounting function from auditfunction taken by the Central Governmentfor its financial administration?a. Year 1950b. Year 1965c. Year 1976

c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 1 and 454. Consider the following statements:1. Defects in co-ordination inherent inlarge-organizations may apply to anorganization whether the organizationis bureaucratic or not.2. Chester Barnard criticized Weber forfalling to analyse the correspondenceof behaviour in organizations withorganizational blueprints.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 255. Who among the following areadministratively linked with theDepartment of Personnel and Training?1. Central Bureau of Investigation2. Union Public Service Commission3. Central Vigilance Commission.Select the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1 and 2b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 356. The competitive examination to the ICSwas for the first time held in India,consequent to thea. Indian Councils Act, 1892b. Indian Councils Act, 1909c. Government of India Act, 1919d. Government of India Act, 193557. Assertion (A): The President of Indiacauses every recommendation made by theFinance Commission under the provisionsof the Constitution of India to be laidbefore the Lok Sabha only.Reason (R): The Finance Commission is abody set up under the provisions of theConstitution of India.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of A

d. Year 200042. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?a. The main function of the PublicAccounts Committee is to examine theReport of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of Indiab. The Public Accounts Committeecomprises Members of the Lok Sabhaonlyc. A member of opposition can also beappointed as the Chairman of thePublic Accounts Committeed. A member of the Public AccountsCommittee can be re-elected for asecond term43. Consider the following statements:1. The Constitution of India classifies themembers of the Council of Ministers atthe Centre into different ranks.2. A member of one House of theParliament who has been chosen as aUnion Minister does not have the rightto vote in the House of which he is nota member.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 244. Which one of the following Articles of theConstitution of India Provides that everyperson who is a member of a defenceservice or of a civil service of the Union orof All-India Services holds the officeduring the pleasure of the President ofIndia?a. Article 310b. Article 315c. Article 323d. Article 323A45. Consider the following statements:1. The Fiscal Responsibility and BudgetManagement (FRBM) Act, 2003mandates the Union Government toeliminate the revenue deficit by theyear 2010-11.

c. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true58. Assertion (A): The principle of Cabinetresponsibility in the States differs fromthat in the Union of India.Reason (R): The Constitution of India doesnot empower the President of India toexercise any function ‘in his discretion’; itauthorizes the Governor to exercise somefunctions ‘in his direction’.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true59. Assertion (A): An Election Commissionerin the Election Commission of Indiacannot be removed from office except onthe recommendation of the Chief ElectionCommissioner.Reason (R): An Election Commissioner isappointed on the recommendation of theChief Election Commissioner.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true60. Assertion (A): The Annual FinancialStatement presented in the Lok Sabhacontains apart from the estimates ofexpenditure, ways and means to raiserevenue.Reason (R): After the Annual FinancialStatement is presented in the Lok Sabha,the Estimates Committee examines it.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is false

d. A is false but R is true

2. Under the FRBM Act, 2003 and theFRBM Rules, 2004, the UnionGovernment is under obligation not toborrow directly from the Reserve Bankof India with effect from April 1, 2008.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 2

61. Assertion (A): Behavioural approach toleadership believes that individuals trainedin appropriate leadership would be able tolead more effectively.Reason (R): Behaviours unlike traits canbe learned.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true62. Assertion (A): The District Collector inindependent India has less judicialauthority than in pre-Independence India.Reason (R): Article 50 of the Constitutionof India separates the Judiciary from theExecutive.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true63. Assertion (A): The agenda for meetings ofthe National Development Council isprepared by the Planning CommissionSecretariat.Reason (R): The Secretary of the NationalDevelopment Council is also the Secretaryof the Planning Commission.

76. Consider the following statements:1. Development of comparative approachof public administration was funded bythe American Government.2. One reason for funding thedevelopment of comparative approachof public administration was politicalinterest to arrest communication.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 277. Who among the following expressed theview that virtually all the decisions in anorganization are such that they do notmaximize, but only suffice?a. George Millerb. Herbert A. Simonc. Kurt Lewind. Abraham Maslow78. Consider the following statements:Performance budgeting is a system ofresource allocation that1. Organises the budget document byoperations and programmes.2. Links performance levels of operationsand programmes with specific budget.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 2

a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true64. Assertion (A): A bureaucrat’s capacity toadapt to changing circumstances is far lessthan that conceived by those who drew upthe organizational rules.Reason (R): In order to be perceived aseffective, the bureaucrat behavesconsistently and follows rules strictly.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true65. Assertion (A):Any legislative power of theExecutive independent of the Legislatureis unimaginable in the United States ofAmerica.Reason (R):The Doctrine of Separation ofPowers underlies the AmericanConstitution.a. Both A and R are individually true andR is the correct explanation of Ab. Both A and R are individually true butR is not the correct explanation of Ac. A is true but R is falsed. A is false but R is true66. What is a ‘Shadow Cabinet’ in the Britishsystem?a. A group of young members of theruling partyb. A group of members from theopposition party who scrutinize somefunctions of the government andpresent alternative policyc. A team of intellectuals who advise theCabinetd. A Cabinet Committee that functionsunder the guidance of the Cabinet67. Consider the following statements aboutthe features of the administrative

79. Contingency approach to leadershipfocuses on which of the following?1. Task requirements2. Peers’ expectations3. Employees’ expectations4. Organizational policies.Select the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1, 2 and 4c. Only 3 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 480. Match List-I (Early Model of Motivation)with List-II (Person) and select the correctanswer using the code given below thelists:List-I(Early Model of Motivation)A. Traditional ModelB. Human Relations ModelC. Human ResourcesList-II(Person)1. Douglas McGregor2. Frederick Taylor3. Elton MayoCode:a. A-1 B-2 C-3b. A-2 B-3 C-1c. A-1 B-3 C-2d. A-2 B-1 C-381. Consider the following statements:1. Motivation cannot be used as a tool toarrange job relationships in anorganization.2. Individuals make conscious decisionsabout their behaviour in theorganization.3. Motivation factors are related to thejob content and the rewards of workperformance.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. Only 1 and 2b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 382. Who among the following come under the

system inFrance:1. Ministers are more concerned withdirect administration in the provinces.2. Specialist personnel are found only insmall numbers in the advisory andpolicy-making roles.3. Freedom of executive action from thelegislature’s supervision increasedunder the Fifth Republic.Which of the statements given above arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 1 and 368. Consider the following statements:1. The British Civil Service developedduring the period of laissez-faire,whereas the French Civil Servicedeveloped when there was an emphasison state intervention.2. French higher education is much morecareer-oriented than the British system.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 269. Consider the following statements inrespect of the Fulton Committee appointedto review the British Civil Service:1. Civil Service Department was set upafter the recommendations of theFulton Committee.2. The Fulton Committee noticedinadequacy of contact between theservices and public.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 270. Consider the following statements:1. The Us Civil Service Commission wasestablished by the Pendleton Act.2. The Hatch Act was responsible for

jurisdiction of the Central VigilanceCommission?1. Members of All-India Services servingin connection with the affairs of theUnion and Group A officers of theCentral Government.2. Senior officers in the Public SectorUndertakings of the CentralGovernment.3. Senior officers in the Public SectorBanks.4. Senior officers in the InsuranceCompanies in the Public Sector.Select the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1b. Only 2, 3 and 4c. Only 1 and 2d. 1, 2, 3 and 483. Consider the following statements:1. The Central Vigilance Commissioncomprises a Central VigilanceCommissioner and three VigilanceCommissioners.2. The Central Vigilance Commissionbecame a multi-member Commissionwith statutory status in the year 1998after promulgation of an Ordinance bythe President of India.3. The Committee for the selection to thepost of the Director in the Directorateof Enforcement, Ministry of Finance,Government of India is chaired by theCentral Vigilance Commissioner.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 2c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 1 and 384. Consider the following Committees set upto study the structure, powers andfunctions to be assigned to Panchayati RajInstitutions:1. Santhanam Committee2. Ashok Mehta Committee3. Balwantrai Mehta Committee4. G.V.K. Rao CommitteeWhich one of the following is their

replacing the patronage system forappointing civil servants in the UnitedStates of America, by the merit system.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 271. Match List-I (Institute) with List-II (Place)and select the correct answer using thecode given below the lists:List-I (Institute)A. National Institute of SmartGovernmentB. International Institute for PopulationSciencesC. Institute of Social and EconomicChangeD. National Institute of RuralManagementList-II (Place)1. Mumbai2. Bangalore3. Gwalior4. Anand5. HyderabadCode:a. A-5 B-2 C-1 D-4b. A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3c. A-5 B-1 C-2 D-4d. A-4 B-2 C-1 D-372. Consider the following statements:1. Local government including selfgovernmentinstitutions in both urbanand rural areas is a subject under theConcurrent List of the SeventhSchedule of the Constitution of India.2. Provisions inserted in the Constitutionof India by article 243-243ZG are inthe nature of basic provisions.3. These provisions have to besupplemented by laws made by therespective State Legislatures.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1 and 2b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 3d. 1, 2 and 3

correctchronological order?a. 3-4-2-1b. 2-1-3-4c. 3-1-2-4d. 2-4-3-185. Whenever the Governor of a State has toaddress the State Legislature, who amongthe following prepares his address?a. Chief Secretary of the Stateb. Chief Minister and his Council ofMinistersc. Speaker of the Legislative Assemblyd. Governor himself86. What is the time-limit within which a non-Money Bill has to be sent to the legislatureby the Governor for reconsideration?a. 14 daysb. One monthc. Three monthsd. No time-limit is specified87. Which one of the following statementsabout the Central Board of Direct Taxes isnot correct?a. The Central Board of Taxes providesessential inputs for public and planningof direct taxes in Indiab. The Central Board of Direct Taxes isnot responsible for administration ofdirect tax lawsc. The Chairman and Members of theCentral Board of Direct Taxes areselected from the Indian RevenueService onlyd. Various functions and responsibilitiesof the Central Board of Direct Taxesare distributed amongst the Chairmanand the Members, with onlyfundamental issues reserved forcollective decision by the Board88. Which one of the following is not adefence public sector undertaking?a. Bharat Dynamic Ltd.b. Mishra Dhatu Nigam Ltd.c. Bharat Earth Movers Ltd.d. Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd.89. The Fifth Central Pay Commissionsuggested that no IAS officer should be

73. Which one of the following statements isnot correct in respect of the Union PublicService Commission?a. The Constitution of India does notspecify the number of Members of theUnion Public Service Commissionwhile it specifies the number in case ofthe Supreme Court Judgesb. As nearly as may be one-half of theMembers of the Union Public ServiceCommission must have held office forat least ten years either under theGovernment of India or under theGovernment of a State prior to theirjoining the Commissionc. On ceasing to hold office, a Member ofthe Union Public Service Commissionother than the Chairman is eligible forappointment as the Chairman iseligible for appointment as theChairman of a State Public ServiceCommissiond. Before creation of a new Group ‘A’post under the Central Government, aclearance from the Union PublicService Commission is required74. How can functions of the Union PublicService Commission be extended inrespect of the services of the Union andalso in respect of the services of any localauthority or other body corporateconstituted by law or of any publicinstitution?a. By the Presidentb. By a Resolution of the UnionGovernmentc. By an Act of Parliamentd. By the Union Home Minister75. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?Decision making in the public sector, incomparison to the private sector, involvesa. Higher levels of constraintb. More complexityc. Less consultationd. More conflict

posted as a District Collector unless he hascompleteda. 8 years of serviceb. 9 years of servicec. 10 years of serviced. 11 years of service90. Which of the following taxes belong to aState of Indian Union exclusively?1. Taxes on lands and buildings.2. Taxes on mineral rights3. Taxes on entry of goods into localareas.4. Taxes on income other thanagricultural income.Select the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1,2 and 3b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 4d. 1, 2, 3 and 4

91. Consider the following statements :1. When a State Government suspends anofficer of All-India Services, a detailedreport of the case is required to be sentto the Centre within 3 months.2. A State Government cannot stop theincrement nor withhold the promotionof an officer of All-India Serviceswithout prior permission of the CentralGovernment.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 292. Consider the following statements:1. Henri Fayol was the first to describethe five functions of management.2. Henri Fayol was a French Managementtheorist whose theories concerninghuman relations were widelyinfluential in the beginning of the 20thCentury.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 293. Which one of the following is not acomponent of expectancy model ofmotivation?a. Positive reinforcementb. Valencec. Performance-outcome equationd. Effort-performance equation94. Consider the following statements inrespect of the New Pension System for thenew entrants to the service under theCentral Government:1. The New Pension System wasoperationalises from January 1, 2004.2. The New Pension System is based on adefined contribution-twelve and a halfpercent of the salary and dearnessallowance by the employee, which ismatched by the Central Government.

104. Who among the following was in theforefront in the development of theconcept of New Public Administration?a. Herbert Simonb. F. Marinic. Dwight Waldod. H. Fredrickson105. Which of the following is/are essential todelegate authority in an organization?1. Establish feedback channels2. Others must not know that delegationhas occurred3. Delegatee’s range of discretion shouldnot be specifiedSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 3 106. Which one of the following statements isnot correct?Wider span of control is consistent withefforts of the organizations toa. Get closer to customersb. Speed up decision makingc. Reduce costd. Improve supervision107. Consider the following statements:Computer technology has made theconcept of1. authority more relevant.2. authority less relevant.3. chain of command more relevant.4. unity of command less relevant.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. 1 and 3b. Only 3c. 2 and 4d. 1 and 4108. Consider the following statements:Human diseconomies from increasingwork specialization beyond a limit surfacein the form of1. stress2. poor quality of output.3. increased absenteeism.4. high turnover from the organization.Which of the statements given above

Which of the statement given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 295. Match List-I (Person) with List-II (MajorArea) and select the correct answer usingthe code given below the lists:List-I(Person)A. Robert OwenB. Henry L. GanttC. W. Clay HammerD. Clayton AlderferList-II(Major Area)1. Motivation Theories2. Personnel Management3. Incentive Scheme for workers4. Behaviour Modification TechniquesCode:a. A-2 B-4 C-3 D-1b. A-1 B-3 C-4 D-2c. A-2 B-3 C-4 D-1d. A-1 B-4 C-3 D-296. Consider the following statements :1. like a Member of the Union PublicService Commission, the ChiefInformation Commissioner holds theoffice for a period of 6 years or till heattains the age of 65 years, whicheveris earlier.2. The Chief Information Commissionershall only be removed from his officein like manner an don the like groundsas that for a member of the UnionPublic Service Commission.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 297. Who among the following is not a memberof the committee which makesrecommendation to President of India forappointment as Chief InformationCommissioner and Information

is/arecorrect?a. 1, 2, 3 and 4b. Only 1 and 4c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 1109. Consider the following statements:1. Much of current knowledge ofselection techniques, employeetraining and work design is built on thework of Hugo Munsterberg.2. Hugo Munsterberg combined scientificmanagement and industrial psychologyin his work.Which of the statement given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 2110. Which one of the following is not acomponent of Max Weber’s idealbureaucracy?a. Job specializationb. Impersionalityc. Career orientationd. Organization as a social system111. Who among the following conducted oneof the most widely cited pig ironexperiment as an example of scientificmanagement?a. Robert Owenb. Frederick W. Taylorc. Chester Barnardd. Mary Parker Follett112. In case of difference of opinion amongstthe Chief Election Commissioner andother Election Commissioners in theElection Commission of India.a. The matter is to be referred to theSupreme Court of Indiab. The opinion of the Chief ElectionCommissioner is finalc. The matter is to be referred to the LawCommissiond. The matter is decided by the ElectionCommission by majority113. Who among the following developed theclassic three-step model, of organizational

Commissioners?a. Prime Ministerb. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabhac. A Union Cabinet Minister to benominated by the Prime Ministerd. Union Law Minister98. In the present context, the PlanningCommission of India is focusing on whichof the following?1. Information dissemination role2. Systems change role3. Indicative planning for the IndianeconomySelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. Only 1 and 2b. Only 1c. Only 2 and 3d. 1, 2 and 399. Who is the Chairman of the Civil ServiceBoard in India?a. Secretary (Personnel), Government ofIndiab. Cabinet Secretary, Government ofIndiac. Chairman, Union Public ServiceCommissiond. Establishment Officer, Government ofIndia100. Consider the following statements inrespect of the recommendations of theFifth Central Pay Commission:1. Flexible Complementing Scheme ofpromotion first introduced by the ThirdCentral Pay Commission should bewithdrawn.2. Cadre reviews should ensure that anacross the board reduction of 1% ofmanpower per year is achieved.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 2101. What is the pre-tax disparity ratio i.e. theratio of the maximum basic pay (of thepost of Secretary to the Government ofIndia) and minimum basic pay for theCentral Government employees on the

change?a. Kurt Lewinb. H. Simonc. J. P. Kotterd. L. R. Murphy114. Who developed the concept that tensionbetween worker’s ‘logic of sentiment’ andmanager’s ‘logic of cost and efficiency’could lead to conflict within theorganization?a. Herbert Simonb. Chester Barnardc. Frederick W. Taylord. Elton Mayo115. Consider the following statements:1. Through the Hawthorne Studies, EltonMayo could support Mary ParkerFollett’s theory that the lack ofattention to human relationships was amajor flaw in other managementtheories.2. The book-The Human Problems of anIndustrialised Civilisation was writtenby Mary Parker Follett.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2c. Both 1 and 2d. Neither 1 nor 2116. In the Constitution of India, economic andsocial planning is included in thea. Union List of the VII Scheduleb. State List of the VII Schedulec. Concurrent list of the VII Scheduled. None of the above117. The systems approach is mainly based onthe work of which one of the following?a. Chris Argyrisb. Chester Barnardc. Ludwig Bertalanffyd. A. Etzioni118. In pursuance of which Article of theConstitution of India are the conditions ofservice including recruitment to theCentral Services regulated by a largenumber of rules?a. Article 309b. Article 310

basis of the recommendations of the FifthCentral Pay Commission?a. 9.6b. 10.7c. 11.4d. 12.2102. Which of the following pairs is/arecorrectly matched?1. Committee on Performance-orientedAppraisal System Surinder Nath2. Committee on Upgrading Civil ServiceSkills B. Yugandhar3. Committee on Civil Service ReformsY. K. AlaghSelect the correct answer using the codegiven below:a. 1, 2 and 3b. Only 1 and 2c. Only 2 and 3d. Only 1103. How can a new All-India Service becreated?a. By an amendment of the Constitutionb. By Provisions of Article 312 of theConstitutionc. By an executive orderd. By a statute

c. Article 311d. Article 312119. Which one of the following committeesscrutinizes and reports to the Parliamentwhether the power to make rules andregulations conferred by the Constitutionor Statutes is being properly exercised bythe delegated authority?a. Committee on Government Assurancesb. Committee on Subordinate Legislationc. Rules Committeed. General Purposes Committee120. Consider the following statements aboutthe civil service system of Japan:1. Permanent employees are generallyhired as generalists, and not asspecialists, for specific positions.2. Career progression is highlypredictable, regulated and automatic.3. Salary increases and promotions eachyear are generally uniform formembers of the same graduating classwho join an employer together.Which of the statements given above is/arecorrect?a. Only 1b. Only 2 and 3c. Only 1 and 3d. 1, 2 and 3

2009 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

1. Which one of the following leadership styles was identified by the Michigan University Leadership Studies as the most effective leadership style?

(a) Democratic style leadership (b) Employee-centered leadership (c) Participative group leadership (d) Team leadership ANSWER (B) 2. Who among the following has observed that instead of hierarchy of needs,

motivation should be understood in terms of series of needs? (a) Chester Barnard (b) David McClelland (c) Abraham Maslow (d) Warren Bennis ANSWER (B) 3. According to Frederick Herzberg, the determinants of job dissatisfaction include 1. working conditions

2. supervision 3. salary 4. responsibility 5. recognition Which of the above are correct? (a) 4 and 5 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 5 on1y ANSWER (B) 4. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below

the Lists List-I (Commission/ Committee) List-II (Recommendation) (A) First Hoover Commission 1. Division of training and education (B) Assheton Committee 2. Reorganization of US President’s

office (C) Brownlow Committee 3. Senior policy advisors (D) Fulton Committee 4. Senior executive

service 5. Office of general services

administration Code A B C D (a) 4 2 1 3 (b) 5 1 2 3 (c) 2 1 3 4 (d) 3 4 5 2 ANSWER (B) 5. Which one of the following shows the correct sequence of the four basic steps in

the position classification plan? (a) Job analysis-Grouping of positions- Standardization- Position allocation (b) Standardization-Job analysis-Grouping of positions-Position allocation (c) Grouping of positions-Job analysis-Position allocation- Standardization (d) Job analysis-Grouping of positions-Position allocation- Standardization ANSWER (A) 6. According to W. F. Willoughby, which of the following are correct about the

essentials of a sound promotion system? 1. Adoption of standard specifications setting forth the duties and qualifications

required for all positions in a government service 2. Classification of all positions into distinct classes, grades and services based on

duty classification 3. The inclusion within this classification of all administrative positions except those

having a political character Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only ANSWER (A) 7. Which of the following scholars has/have not laid any marked emphasis on

administrative ethics? (a) Paul Appleby (b) Frederick Mosher (c) Chanakya (d) David Osborne and Ted Gaebler ANSWER (D) 8. Which of the following was not identified by the Santhanam Committee as a major

cause of corruption in India? (a) Administrative delays (b) Scope for personnel discretion in the exercise of powers (c) Cumbersome procedures (d) Absence of regulatory functions of the government ANSWER (D) 9. By which one of the following Acts, are the political activities of civil servants in the

USA regulated? (a) The Hatch Act of 1939 (b) The Civil Service Act of 1883 (c) The Ramspeck Act of 1940 (d) The Taft-Hartley Act of 1947 ANSWER (A) 10. The office of the Ombudsman like institution in the form of Parliamentary

Commissioner for Administration in the United Kingdom was set up on the recommendations of which one of the following Reports?

(a) Sir John Whyatt Report (b) Northcote-Trevelyan Report (c) Fulton Report (d) Aitchison Report ANSWER (A) 11. Which one of the following statements in respect of the French Civil Service is not

correct? (a) ENA is concerned with the training of technical personnel (b) Basic unit of organization of the civil service is called Corps (c) French Civil Service is elitist (d) Civil servants are allowed to take leave and contest for political offices i ANSWER (A) 12. Which of the following local government units are prevalent in France? 1. Department 2. Arrondissement 3. Canton 4. Commune Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 3 only ANSWER (C) 13. The Amakudan system in respect of the civil service in Japan is (a) post-retirement assignment

(b) professional training (c) foreign posting (d) monetary compensation ANSWER (A) 14. Which of the following statements regarding civil services in Japan is/are correct? 1. The NPA and MCA are its principal controlling and coordinating agencies. 2. The Japanese higher civil service is elitist. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWER (C) 15. Who among the following has focused on the politics of the budgetary process? (a) Robert Golembiewski (b) Aaron Wildavsky (c) Jesse Birkhead (d) A. Premchand ANSWER (B) 16. Which of the following is/are advantage/advantages of zero-based budgeting? 1. It eliminates or minimizes the low priority programmes. 2. It improves the programme effectiveness. 3. It facilitates critical review of schemes in terms of their cost effectiveness and

cost benefits. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 ANSWER (D) 17. Consider the following statements: The expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India comprises of 1. pension payable to Judges of High Court 2. debt charges for which the Government of India is liable 3. salary, allowances and pension payable to Comptroller and Auditor General of

India Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only ANSWER (A) 18. Which of the following statements about separation of the Railway Budget from the

General Budget of India are correct? 1. To introduce flexibility in railway finance management 2. To facilitate a business approach to the railway policy 3. To secure stability of the general revenues by providing an assured annual

contribu¬tion from railway revenues

4. To enable the railways to keep their profits for their own development Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 2, 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 4 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (D) 19. Consider the following statements : A Bill is deemed to be a Money Bill if it contains only provisions dealing with the 1. imposition, abolition, remission, alteration or regulation of any tax 2. regulation of the borrowing of money by the government 3. appropriation of moneys out of the Consolidated Fund of India 4. custody of the Contingency Fund of India Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (D) 20. Which one of the following statements is correct with regard to the powers of the

Parliament of India in enacting the budget? (a) It can increase a tax, but not reduce it (b) It can increase a tax as well as reduce or abolish it (c) It cannot increase a tax, but can reduce or abolish it (d) It can neither increase a tax nor reduce it ANSWER (C) 21. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of parliamentary debate

on Appropriation Bill? 1. No amendments can be moved on the amount of expenditure. 2. Speaker is empowered to with¬hold permission on matters of repetitive nature. 3. N- Rajya Sabha has power to amend or reject the Bill. Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 ANSWER (A) 22. To which of the following, the 74th Constitutional Amendment has not paid

attention? 1. Municipal personnel system 2. Constitution and composition of municipality 3. Relations between elected executive and bureaucracy 4. Relations between municipal government and para-statals Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2 and 3

ANSWER (B) 23. Which of the following is/are correct in respect of 'Zero Hour' discussion? 1. It is not directed against individual Minister. 2. It covers questions raised over matters of public importance. Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWER (B) 24. Through which of the following is judicial control over administration in India

exercised? 1. Adjudication 2. Judicial Review « 3. Writs 4. Public Interest Litigation Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 4 only ANSWER (C) 25. Which of the following statements is/are correct of the writ of prohibition? 1. It is an order issued by a higher court commanding a lower court to cease from

proceeding in some matters not within its jurisdiction. 2. It can be claimed by an aggrieved party as a matter of right. Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWER (A)

MAINS TEST SERIES STARTING FROM 20th JUNE 26. In which among the following countries is Charter Mark Programme being

effectively used to evaluate the performance of government agencies through outside independent agencies?

(a) Japan (b) France (c) Great Britain (d) USA ANSWER (C) 27. 'Poly-communalism' is the term coined by Fred Riggs to describe (a) integrated society (b) plural society (c) diffracted society (d) parochial society

ANSWER (B) 28. The 'Collegial' type of executive can be found in which one of the following

countries? (a) Japan (b) France (c) Switzerland (d) Great Britain ANSWER (C) 29. On which of the following factors does people's participation depend for its success

in influencing the governance process? 1. Ability of the people to participate 2. Willingness of the people to participate 3. Opportunity to the people to participate 4. Mechanisms available for participation Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (D) 30. Which of the following is/are not correct in respect of the Right to Information Act,

2005? 1. Information in respect of allegation of violation of human rights can be obtained

^ in 30 days. 2. There are restrictions for third party information. 3. Total penalty for not providing information shall not exceed Rs 5,000. 4. Appeal against the decision of the Central/State Public Information Officer can be

made to officers of higher rank. Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 3 only (b) 1 only (c) 1 and 3 (d) 2 and 4 ANSWER (C) 31. Match List-I the correct given below with List-II and select answer using the code

the Lists : List-I (Committee/ Commission) List-II (Recommendation) (a) Macaulay Committee 1. Classification of civil services (b) Aitchison Commission 2. Changes in staffing pattern of

Central Secretariat (C) Tottenham Committee 3. Competitive examination for

recruitment to civil services (D) Islington Commission 4. Establishment of Public Service

Commission 5. Promotion of provincial civil

services members to ICS Code : A B C D (a) 3 1 2 5

(b) 5 4 2 3 (c) 5 4 1 3 (d) 3 1 5 2 ANSWER (A) 32. Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India provides provision

for the creation of All India Services? (a) Article 300 (b) Article 312 (c) Article 320 (d) Article 321 ANSWER (B) 33. Which of the following Constitutional Amendment Acts has/have made the

decisions of the Council of Ministers binding on the President of India? (a) 42nd and 44th Amendment Acts (b) 43rd Amendment Act (c) 40th Amendment Act only (d) 40th and 41st Amendment Acts ANSWER (A) 34. Which of the following are the functions of the Cabinet according to the Haldane

Committee Report (1918)? 1. The final determination of the policy to be submitted to the Parliament 2. The supreme control of the National Executive in accordance with the policy

agreed by the Parliament 3. Recommendation of important policies to the Prime Minister for his/her final

decision 4. The continuous coordination and delimitation of the authority of the several

departments of the State Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only ANSWER (A) (1, 2, 4 are most appropriate answer) 35. Which of the following statements with regard to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO)

is/are correct? 1. The PMO was given the status^ of a department under the Government of India

Allocation of Business Rules, 2. Jurisdiction of the PMO extends over all such subjects and activities as are not

specially allotted to any individual department. Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1 only (2) only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWER (c) 36. Consider the following statements : Indicative planning indicates the,- 1. broad directions of development 2. long-term goals in strategic areas

3. exclusive areas of government planning Which of the statements given above is /are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only ANSWER (A) 37. Which of the following accounts is/are not maintained by the Comptroller and

Auditor General of India? 1. The Accounts of a State 2. The Railway Accounts 3. The Union Government Accounts 4. Defence Accounts Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 4 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1 and 2 ANSWER (B) 38. In the context of State v/s Market debate, which of the following statements are

correct? 1. It has a concern for institutional pluralism in the provision of public goods and

services. 2. It promotes consumers' preferences. 3. It has given rise to market orientation. 4. It emphasizes the role of Public Administration as the major -provider of goods

and services. Select the correct answer using the code given below : Code : (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 3 and 4 ANSWER (C) 39. Which one of the following is not propounded by F. W. Taylor? (a) Differential piece rate system (b) Time and motion study (c) Unity of command (d) Shop management ANSWER (C) 40. Identify the correct order of stages in decision-making, as identified by Herbert

Simon (a) Design activity-Choice activity- Intelligence activity (b) Intelligence activity-Design activity-Choice activity (c) Choice activity-Design activity- Intelligence activity (d) Intelligence activity-Choice activity-Design activity ANSWER (B) 41. Consider the following statements: New Public Administration

1. upholds social equity 2. favours ethics-centric public policies 3. advocates centralized structures 4. stands for value-based goals Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 3 and 4 ANSWER (C) 42. Which one of the following has been suggested by Henri Fayol as an alternative to

scalar chain? (a) Dual command (b) Unity of direction (c) Gangplank (d) Esprit de corps ANSWER (C) 43. Which of the following are the salient characteristics of neo-liberalism that have

promoted new public management? 1. Welfare State 2. Individual Liberty 3. Market Mechanism 4. Privatization Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (D) 44. Consider the following statements: The discourse theory of post-modern Public Administration as propounded by Fox

and Miller believes in 1. pluralistic perspective on public policy 2. deterministic approach to public policy 3. de jure nature of public policy 4. Public Administration as a public energy field Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 (c) 4 only (d) 1 and 4 ANSWER (D) 45. Consider the following statements in respect of new public management: 1. It aims at economy, efficiency and effectiveness. 2. It emphasizes on the vital role of the market as against the State as the key

regulator of society and economy. 3. Government is the major doer of public activities. 4. It supports the various concepts and principles of traditional Public

Administration. Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 4 (d) 1 and 4 ANSWER (A) 46. According to Chris Argyris, which one of the following situations is a positive

hindrance in facilitating coordination in an organization? (a) Hierarchical coercion (b) Standardized procedures (c) Grapevine communication (d) Administrative planning ANSWER (C) 47. Consider the following paradigms in the evolution of the discipline of Public

Administration as proposed by Nicholas Henry: 1. Politics/Administration dichotomy 2. Public Administration as political science 3. Public Administration as management 4. Principles of administration 5. Public Administration as Public Administration Which one of the following is the correct order of the above? (a) 2—1—4—5—3 (b) 1—4—2—3—5 (c) 4—2—1—5—3 (d) 1—4—3—2—5 ANSWER (B) 48. Which one of the following is not identified by Nicholas Henry as a factor for

organizational change? (a) Process of adaptation (b) Task environment (c) Technology of organization (d) Organization behaviour ANSWER (D) 49. Which one of the following statements is not correct? The principle of hierarchy is at the foundation of all government departments

because the principle (a) involves superior-subordinate relationship as applicable to government

agencies (b) gives scope for delegation of authority from a superior to a subordinate officer (c) facilitates reporting from lower level to higher level (d) is best suited for horizontal type of organizations required in development

administration ANSWER (D) 50. Who among the following have supported the application of the principle of unity of

command? 1. Henri Fayol 2. Gulick and Urwick 3. Seckler and Hudson 4. Herbert Simon Select the correct answer using the code given below Code:

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (A)

BATCHES STARTING FROM 15th JUNEMAINS TEST SERIES STARTING FROM 20th JUNE

51. Under which of the following grounds is the principle of unity of command

criticized? { 1. Creation of large number of staff and auxiliary agencies has diluted this concept. 2. The concept of one single boss for each person is seldom found in complex

governmental situations. 3. People in an organization have fixed responsibilities for their functions. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 ANSWER (A) 52. Who among the following has urged that strict adherence to rules results in the

displacement of goals? (a) Robert K. Merton (b) Alvin Gouldner (c) Chester Barnard (d) Peter M. Blau ANSWER (A) 53. On which of the following does span of control depend? 1. Personality of the superior 2. Nature of work to be supervised 3. Age of the organization 4. Calibre of the subordinates 5. Delegation of authority Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only (b) 3, 4 and 5 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 ANSWER (D) 54. According to Chester Barnard, the strength of administrative authority lies in the

zone of (a) acceptance (b) resistance (c) indifference (d) anticipated reactions ANSWER (C) 55. Consider the following statements: According to Henri Fayol, decentralization is greater when

1. policy decisions are made at lower levels 2. important decisions are made at lower levels 3. more functions are affected by decisions at lower levels Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only ANSWER (A) 56. Which one of the following is a Parliamentary Standing Committee? (a) Committee on Draft Five-Year Plan (b) Railway Convention Committee (c) Business Advisory Committee (d) Joint Committee on Fertilizer Pricing ANSWER (C) 57. According to Henri Fayol, which of the following actions are required in supervisory

control process? 1. Standard actions 2. Corrective actions 3. Coercive actions 4. Evaluative actions Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only ANSWER (D) 58. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below

the Lists: List-I (item) List-II (Article as per the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act) (a) Constitution of Municipalities 1. Article 243Q (b) Reservation of seats 2. Article 243T (c) Finance Commission 3. Article 243Y (d) Duration of Municipalities, et(c) 4. Article 243U Code: A B C D (a) 4 2 3 1 (b) 1 2 3 4 (c) 4 3 2 1 (d) 1 3 2 4 ANSWER (B) 59. The legacy of British rule in India includes which of the following? 1. Creation of the ICS (Indian Civil Services) 2. Secretarial System 3. Local Self-government 4. Law and Order Administration Select the correct answer using the code given below Code: (a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (D) 60. Consider the following statements : Classical theory of administration emphasizes 1. formal organizational structure 2. need for citizen participation in governance and administration 3. principles of hierarchy, division of work and span of control Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 3 only ANSWER (D) 61. Who among the following have been harsh critics of bureaucracy ‘as an instrument

of government’? 1. Harold Laski and Peter Drucker 2. Warren Bennis and Robert Reich 3. Ralph Braibanti and Sardar Patel Select the correct answer using the code given

below Code: (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1 only ANSWER (A) 62. Which one of the following is not a characteristic feature of Weberian bureaucracy? (a) Neutral competence (b) Professional hierarchy (c) Auto-administration (d) Legal rationalism ANSWER (C) 63. Which one of the following thinkers was first to talk about the concept of

‘Constructive Conflict’ in an organization? (a) Elton Mayo (b) Mary Parker Follett (c) Peter Blau (d) Henri Fayol ANSWER (B) 64. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below

the Lists : List-I (Critic of Weber) List-II (Point of Criticism) (a) Alvin Gouldner 1. Internal contradictions (b) Robert Presthus 2. Product of alien culture (c) James March 3. Lack of flexibility 4. Behavioural elements ignored Code: A B C (a) 2 3 1

(b) 1 2 3 (c) 2 4 3 (d) 1 3 4 ANSWER (B) 65. Consider the following statements with respect to duties of the Prime Minister

according to the Constitution of India 1. To make rules for the more convenient transaction of business of the Govt. of

India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business. 2. If the President so required, to submit for consideration of the Council of

ministers any on which a decision has been taken by a minister but which has not been considered by the Council.

Which of the following statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWER (B) 66. Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of the

Committee/Commission Reports? (a) Macaulay-Aitchison-Lee-Fulton-Islington (b) Aitchison-Macaulay-Fulton- Islington-Lee (c) Macaulay-Aitchison-Islington-Lee-Fulton (d) Islington-Aitchison-Lee-Fulton-Macaulay | ANSWER (C) 67. Which one of the following features does not necessarily apply to generalist

administration in India? (a) They are trained professionals in administration (b) They have been educated in technical disciplines (c) They can head or work in any government department (d) They have a broader view of administration ANSWER (B) 68. Which one of the following is not correct in respect of the Governor’s Ordinance-

making power? (a) It is exercised only when the Legislature is not in session (b) It is a discretionary power which need not be exercised with the aid and advice

of Ministers (c) The Governor himself is competent to withdraw the Ordinance at any time (d) The scope of the Ordinance-making power is limited to subjects in List II and List

III of Schedule VII ANSWER (B) 69. Which one of the following statements, with regard to the State Legislature, is not

correct? (a) The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Governor (b) Under Article 167 of the Constitution of India, the Chief Minister has to

communicate to the Governor all decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the State and proposals for legislation

(c) Once the Governor reserves a Bill for the consideration of the President, the subsequent enactment of the Bill is in the hands of the President and the Governor shall have no further part in its career

(d) The executive power of the State is vested in the Governor and all executive

actions of the State has to be taken in the name of the Governor ANSWER (A) 70. Which one of the following statements is not correct with regard to the Cabinet

Secretary of India? (a) The office of the Cabinet Secretary was created in the year 1950 (b) The Cabinet Secretary is the principal secretary to the Prime Minister (c) The Cabinet Secretary provides secretarial assistance to all Cabinet committees (d) Tenure of the Cabinet Secretary is fixed for five years ANSWER (D) 71. Which of the following statements with respect to State Level Directorate is/are

correct? 1. It is always headed by a specialist. 2. It is a line organization. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWER (B) 72. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below

the Lists : List-I List-II (a) Lord Wellesley 1. Created the post of Civil Judge (b) Warren Hastings 2. Created the office of Chief

Secretary (c) William Bentinck 3. Created the office of District

Collector (d) Lord Cornwallis 4. Created the post of Deputy Collector Code: A B C D (a) 2 4 3 1 (b) 1 3 4 2 (c) 2 3 4 1 (d) 1 4 3 2 ANSWER (C) 73. Which one of the following recommended the separation of regulatory and

development functions at the district level? (a) Dantwalla Committee (b) Hanumantha Rao Committee (c) Administrative Reforms Commission (d) G. V. K. Rao Committee ANSWER (C) 74. Consider the following statements: The Prime Minister as the head of the Council of Ministers 1. has a free hand in the distribution of portfolios 2. can reshuffle the Ministers and ask any Minister to resign 3. is bound by the advice of the Ministers 4. advises the Ministers in day-to-day administration of Ministries Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 3 and 4 ANSWER (A) 75. The Administrative Reforms Commission (1966) recommended the establishment

of ‘Lokpal’ in India on the lines of Ombudsman of which of the following countries? 1. Finland 2. Denmark 3. Norway 4. Switzerland Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 3 and 4 ANSWER (C)


76. Mayor-in-Council form of Municipal Corporation is (a) brought in by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act (b) based on the theory of separation of powers (c) akin to Cabinet form of government (d) based on the American local government pattern ANSWER (C) 77. Consider the following statements: State Finance Commissions 1. receive grants directly from the Finance Commission set up by the Union

Government 2. review the economic conditions of the various Panchayati Raj Institutions and

Municipal Bodies in the 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 (B) 78. Consider the following statements: The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act provided 1. for 27% reservation of seats at the Panchayats for the Other Backward Castes

(OBCs) 2. that the Chairpersons of the Panchayats at intermediate or district level, shall be

elected by, and from amongst the elected members thereof 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)

Directions: The following five (5) items consists of two statements, one labelled as 'Assertion

(A)' and the other as 'Reason (R). You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items using the code given below:

Code: (a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A (b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A (c) A is true but R is false (d) A is false but R is true 79. Assertion (A): A system constantly reacts to the outside environment and under¬

goes a process of change. Reason (R): A system has an inherent survivability instinct, which increases its

capacity to face changes. ANSWER (A) 80. Assertion (A): Coordination is both a positive and a negative concept. Reason (R): Coordination prevents disharmony, inefficiency, wastage and conflict in

an organization. ANSWER (B) 81. Assertion (A): Governor can withhold non-Money Bill passed by the Legislature. Reason (R): Governors are empowered by the Article 200 of the Constitution of

India to do so. ANSWER (A) 82. Assertion (A): Conventional Public Administration is based upon the dichotomy of

politics and administration. Reason (R): Public Administration in India and Britain is opposed to any political role of civil servants.

ANSWER (B) 83. Assertion (A): Functional supervision runs counter to the principle of unity of

comman(d) Reason (R): Unity of command is helpful in attaining the unity of direction. ANSWER (B) 84. Who among the following subscribed to the ‘non-coercive’ theory of organization? (a) George Frederickson (b) Frank Marini (c) Dwight Waldo (d) Frederick Thayer ANSWER (D) 85. Which of the following are the contributions of Mary Parker Follett? 1. Circular behaviour 2. Integrative unity 3. Law of the situation 4. Strategic limiting factor Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

ANSWER (A) 86. According to Chester Barnard, which of the following are the characteristics of

organizational decisions? 1. They are impersonal. 2. They cannot be delegate(d) 3. They are specialize(d) 4. They result from logical thought processes. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (A) 87. Chester Barnard’s concept of ‘zone of indifference’ refers to orders that are (a) barely unacceptable (b) just about acceptable (c) unquestionably acceptable (d) not always acceptable ANSWER (C) 88. Consider the following statements Human relations theory 1. views organization as a psychological and social system 2. takes the social view of man 3. emphasizes the physiological and mechanical aspects of organization 4. assumes that people are homogeneous Which of the statements given above are not correct? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 4 ANSWER (C) 89. Which one of the following experiments was not included in the Hawthorne

experiments? (a) Bank wiring observation room (b) Relay assembly test room (c) Cutting metals (d) Great illumination ANSWER (C) 90. Consider the following statements Hawthorne studies showed that workers had

devised norms for the output of a group as one should not be a 1. rate-buster 2. chiseller 3. squealer Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 ANSWER (D)

91. Which of the following statements are correct? The behavioural approach is considered to be 1. a humane approach 2. based on Hawthorne findings 3. largely concerned with decision¬making 4. the dominant approach in the pre-World War I period Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (A) 92. Which of the following is correct about systems approach? (a) Emphasizes the static structure of the organization (b) Considers mainly the formal structure of the organization (c) Explains human motivation in terms of several factors (d) Views organizational order as being imposed from the top ANSWER (C) 93. Which of the following authors can be credited with the earliest systematic use of

social systems approach in administrative studies? (a) F. J. Roethlisberger and W. J. Dickson (b) John M. Pfiffner (c) Mary Parker Follett (d) Frank J. Goodnow ANSWER (C) 94. Which one of the following is not correct with regard to the systems theory of

organization? (a) A system is characterized by parts and sub-parts (b) A change in one part affects changes in other parts (c) A system is characterized by dynamic disequilibrium (d) A system is open and interactive ANSWER (C) 95. To which of the following notions of the man in an organizational setup does the

concept of bounded rationality relate more closely? 1. Economic 2. Optimizing 3. Administrative 4. Satisficing Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 4 (c) 3 and 4 (d) 2 and 3 ANSWER (C) 96. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below

the Lists: List-I (Advocate) List-II (Model) (a) Herbert Simon 1. Mixed-scanning model

(b) Charles Lindblom 2. Economic rationality model (c) Amitai Etzioni 3. Bounded rationality model 4. Incremental model Code: A B C (a) 2 3 4 (b) 3 2 1 (c) 2 1 3 (d) 3 4 1 ANSWER (D) 97. According to Yehezkel Dror, which of the following characteristics of the optimal

model of policy making help man in understanding the optimal model? 1. It contains both rational and extra rational elements. 2. It has basic rationality and economic rationality. 3. It contains a built-in feedback system. 4. It adopts the methodology of logical positivism. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (A) 98. Which of the following are propounded by the Theory Y of Douglas McGregor? A person in an organization 1. exercises self-direction in the service of objectives that he seeks to realize 2. has commitment to objectives as a function of rewards 3. inherently likes work 4. has a capacity for imagination, ingenuity and creativity Select the correct answer using the code given below Code: (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) 3 and 4 only ANSWER (C) 99. Who among the following have advocated the public policy aspect of Public

Administration? 1. H. Walker 2. M. E. Dimock 3. F. (A) Nigro 4. J. W. Fesler Select the correct answer using the code given below Code: (a) 2, 3 and 4 (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 ANSWER (A) 100. Who among the following views Public Administration as the art and science of

management as applied to the affairs of the State?

(a) John Mc Veigh (b) Luther Gulick (c) (D) Waldo (d) J. M. Pfiffner ANSWER (C)


101. According to Graicunas law of relationships, if the number of subordinates in an

organization is 8, which one of the following is the span of total relationships? (a) 100 (b) 490 (c) 1080 (d) 2376 ANSWER (C) 102. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below

the Lists: List-I (Scholar) List-II (Significance of Public Administration) (a) F. (A) Nigro 1. Its real core consists of the basic services (b) H. Fayol 2. A great creative force with men’s welfare

as its ideal (c) P. Appleby 3. No government can exist without it (d) (D) Waldo 4. Its processes are universal 5. Its chief function is to facilitate social change Code: A B C D (a) 1 3 4 2 (b) 5 1 3 4 (c) 4 5 2 1 (d) 1 4 3 2 ANSWER (D) 103. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below

the Lists: List-I (Approach to Study List-II (Explanation) of Public Administration) (a) Philosophical approach 1. Uses administrative realties and acquaints

the scholars with them (b) Historical approach 2. Interprets the information to

pertaining to a administrative agencies ronologies order

(c) Legal approach 3. Deals with formal structure, organization, power and functions of authorities.

(d) Case study approach 4. Considers all facets of administrative activities.

Codes: A B C D (a) 1 3 4 2 (b) 1 4 3 2 (c) 4 3 2 1 (d) 4 2 3 1 ANSWER (D)

104. Which one of the following is not a conceptual approach in Comparative Public Administration as identified by Ferrel Heady?

(a) Cybernetics approach (b) Modified traditional approach (c) Development-administration approach (d) General systems approach ANSWER (A) 105. Which one of the following is not a trait of post-modern theory of Public

Administration? (a) Critical theory (b) Structuration theory (c) Phenomenology (d) Meta-narrativism ANSWER (D) 106. Which one of the following is not a characteristic of ‘Sala model’ of prismatic

society? (a) Nepotism (b) Entrepreneurship (c) Clects (d) Functional diffusion ANSWER (B) 107. What does ‘Bazar-Canteen model’ represent? (a) Marketization in new public management (b) Economic sub-system of prismatic society (c) Financial system of fused authority (d) Economic freedom under public- private partnership ANSWER (B) 108. Which of the following models of Fred Riggs is/are nearest in focus to Max Weber’s

Traditional Authority System? (a) Agraria only (b) Fused only (c) Agraria and Fused (d) Industria ANSWER (C) 109. Which one of the following principles of Henri Fayol is in contrast to F. W. Taylor’s

concept of functional authority? (a) Discipline (b) Hierarchy (c) Departmentalization (d) Unity of command ANSWER (D) 110. Identify the incorrect statement According to Ferrel Heady, the developing

countries (a) have imitative and unindigenous bureaucracies (b) do not permit functional autonomy to their public services (c) have administrative services without administrative development (d) have elitist bureaucracies which are dysfunctional ANSWER (B)

111. Which of the following are the defining features of Public Administration according to Sir Josiah Stamp?

1. Uniformity of rules 2. Political accountability 3. Lack of ethics in business practices 4. Matrix structure of organizations Select the correct answer using the code given below. Code: (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4 (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 3 and 4 only ANSWER (C) 112. Which of the following concepts find prominence in public choice theory? 1. Competition 2. Efficiency 3. Public Utility Maximization 4. Marketization Select the correct answer using the code given below Code: (a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 1 and 3 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 ANSWER (A) 113. Which one of the following statements is not correct? (a) There are two categories of “Mini Ratna Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs) in India (b) The Mini Ratna PSEs can have wholly owned subsidiaries (c) The Mini Ratna PSEs cannot raise capital from the international market (d) The Mini Ratna PSEs can induct non-official directors ANSWER (C) 114. Which of the following trends are emerging in Public Sector Enterprises in India due

to the impact of liberalization? 1. Strengthening the operational autonomy 2. Encouraging competition with private sector 3. Motivating competition among public enterprises themselves Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 ANSWER (D) 115. On which of the following matters does the Finance Commission make

recommendations to the President of India? 1. The distribution between Union and States of net proceeds of taxes and

allocation between the States of their respective shares of such proceeds 2. The principles which should govern the grants-in-aid of the revenues of the

States out of the Consolidated Fund of India Select the correct answer using the code given below Code:

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWER (C) 116. Consider the following statements with respect to the Election Commission of India 1. The terms of office of the Election Commissioners is the same as the Chairman of

the Union Public Service Commission. 2. In case of difference of opinion amongst the Chief Election Commissioner and/or

other Election Commissioners, the matter is referred to the President of Indi(a) 3. Independence of the Election Commission and its insulation from executive

interference is ensured by a special provision under Article 324(5) of the Constitution of Indi(a)

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 3 only (c) 1 and 3 (d) 2 and 3 ANSWER (B) 117. Which among the following countries does not have a Central Civil Service

Commission charged with the responsibility for recruitment to the higher civil service?

(a) Canada (b) Great Britain (c) USA (d) France ANSWER (C) 118. Recruitment to the higher civil services in India is based on the recommendations

of which of the following Committee/ Commission Reports? 1. Paul Appleby 2. Macaulay 3. Hanumanthaiah 4. (D) S. Kothari Select the correct answer using the code given below: Code (a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 2 and 4 only ANSWER (D) 119. Which one of the following statements is not correct with regard to the Comptroller

and Auditor General of India (CAG)? (a) The CAG has been awarded a fully independent status (b) The CAG can only be removed on the recommendation of the President (c) The salary and emoluments of the CAG are charged on the Consolidated Fund of

India (d) The tenure of CAG is fixed for six years ANSWER (B) 120. A Member of the UPSC may be removed on the ground of misbehavior by (a) both the Houses of parliament by way of impeachment

(b) the President on the basis of enquiry by the Supreme Court (c) the Chairman of the UPSC (d) the Prime Minister on the basis of the recommendation of the Cabinet ANSWER (B)

http://www.civilserviceindia.comC.S.E. PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION - 2005(PRELIMINARY)Time Allowed: Two Hours Maximum Marks :3001. Consider the following statements:1. Shri Jagjivan Ram was appointed as the Chairman of the Central SocialWelfare Board when it was set up in 1953.2. The National Commission for Women was set up as a national apex statutorybody in 1992.3. The National Institute of Public Co-operation and Child Development is anautonomous body and functions under the aegis of the Ministry of Health andFamily Welfare.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 only(c) 3 only (d) 2 and 32. Which one among the following is associated with the, 'Report of PublicAdministration' and the 'Report on Efficient Conduct of State Enterprise'?(a) The Ayyangar Committee, 1949(b) The Secretariat Reorganization Committee, 1947(c) The Gorwala Report, 1951(d) The Appleby Reports, 1953 and 19563. Whi~h one of the following is the correct chronological order of thefollowing Commissions/Committees in India during the British. Rule?(a) The Aitchison Commission - The Tottenham Committee –The Lee Commission - The Islington Commission(b) The Lee Commission - The Islington CommissionThe Aitchison Commission - The Tottenham Committee(c) The Aitchison Commission -The Islington CommissionThe Lee Commission - The Tottenham Committee(d) The Lee Commission - The Tottenham CommitteeThe Aitchison Commission - The Islington Commission4. Match items in the List I (Country) with those in the List II (Features ofCivil Service) and select the correct answer using the codes given below thelists:List I List IIA U.S.A. 1. Tradition of administrative centralization isundergoing changeB Great Britain 2. The office of Personnel Management is anindependent agency under the PresidentC France 3. 'Next Steps' programmes sought to transformstructure of management of the civil serviceD Japan 4. Bureaucratic elitism is reinforced by educationaland employment systemhttp://www.civilserviceindia.comA B C D A B C D(a) 2 3 1 4 (b) 4 1 3 2(c) 2 1 3 4 (d) 4 3 1 25. Consider the following statements in respect of the civil services in the USA?1. All Federal posts are recruited on the basis of merit.

2. Hatch Acts prohibited partisan political activities of civil servants.3. There are short-term political appointments and permanent career services.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 2 and 3 (b) 1 only(c) 1 and 3 (d) 2 only6. Match items in the List I (Types of Training) with those in the List II(Features) and select the correct answer using the codes given below thelists:List I List IIA Vestibule 1. It involves frequent re-assignment to trainingdifferent divisions of the organizationB. Retraining 2. It has a specific job - centred focus & includesformal instructionsC. Circular training 3. It involves a series of introductory lecturesfollowed by inspection trips to the departmentsand field stations to provide first-handknowledgeD. Induction training 4. It involves instruction in a new field ofspecialization or an extensive training in the oldfield of specializationA B C D A B C D(a) 3 4 1 2 (b) 1 2 3 4(c) 3 2 1 4 (d) 1 4 3 27. Who among the following gave initial impetus, evolution of organizationaldevelopment (OD)?(a) Robert Merton (b) David Hume(c) Kurt Lewin (d) W. D. Ross8. In which of the following countries does rank classification prevail?1. France 2. England 3. Canada4. USA 5, IndiaSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 4 (b) 2, 3 and 5(c) 1, 2, 3 and 5 (d) 1, 2 and 59. Which of the following are the functions of civil services in a developingsociety?1. Deciding policies 2. Drafting legislative bills3. Pre-audit 4. Framing departmental legislation5. Administration adjudicationhttp://www.civilserviceindia.comSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1, 3, 4 and 5 (b) 1 and 2(c) 2, 3, 4 and 5 (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 510. In accordance with the managerial grid developed by Robert Blake and JaneMouton, which one of the following implies the leadership style that has ahigh degree of concern for people and a low degree of concern forproduction?(a) Impoverished management(b) Country club management(c) Team management(d) Middle of the road management11. In the context of Likert's system of leadership styles in management, matchitems in the List I (Approach) with List II (Attributes) and select the correctanswer using the codes given below the lists:List I List IIAutocratic 1. Structured decisions

Benevolent 2. Team decisionsConsultative 3. Traditional decisionsParticipative 4. Friendly climate for decisionsA B C D A B C D(a) 1 3 4 2 (b) 3 1 2 4(c) 1 3 2 4 (d) 3 1 4 212. Match items in the List I (Management Thinker) with those in the List II(Concept) and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists:List I List IIA Herbert Simon 1. Job enrichmentB. F.W. Taylor 2. Contribution – satisfaction equilibriumC. Frederick Herzberg 3. Bounded rationalityD. C. I. Barnard 4. Functional foremanshipA B C D A B C D(a) 3 1 4. 2 (b) 2 4 1 3(c) 3 4 1 2 (d) 2 1 4 313. Which one of the following best describes the relationship between policiesand procedures in an organization?(a) Policy and procedure offer equal discretion in decision making(b) Procedures are laid down before the policies are adopted(c) Policies are more stable than the procedures(d) Procedures may be same for all departments within al organization while thepolicies might differ14. In a traditional autocratic system, the manager would specify both thestandards for performance and the methods for achieving them. In aparticipative management system, which of the following is specified by amanager?http://www.civilserviceindia.com(a) Only the methods for achieving the standards performance(b) Neither the standards of performance nor the methods for achieving them(c) Both the standards of performance and the methods for achieving them .(d) Only the standards of performance15. Consider the following statements:Contractual employment in public employment has been advocated because:1. it is a project work of a purely temporary nature to be completed in specifiedtime.2. it requires specialised skills and inputs for short duration.3. it is a legitimate and accepted form of employment.4. it is required for purposes of lateral entry for various positions. at seniorlevel.Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1, 3 and 4 (b) 2 and 4(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 216. Match List I (Terms) with List II (Defined by) and select the correct answerusing the codes given below the lists:List I List IIConsolidated Fund of India 1. Article 110Money Bill 2. Article 267Annual Financial Statement 3. Article 266Contingency Fund of India 4. Article 2655. Article 112A B C D A B C D(a) 5 1 4 2 (b) 3 2 5 1(c) 5 2 4 1 (d) 3 1 5 217. Consider the following statements:

1. The Constitution (74th Amendment) Act introduced a new part IX A in theConstitution of India.2. The provisions of the Constitution (74th Amendment) Act also apply to theScheduled Areas & Tribal Areas governed by Article 244 (1) and (2) of theConstitution of India.3. The Constitution (74th Amendment) Act specifies the manner and procedureof election of the Chairperson of a Municipal Corporation.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 3 only(c) 1 and 2 (d) 1, 2 and 318. When were 17 Departmental Related Standing Committees set up in Indiaon the recommendations of the Rule Committee of the Lok Sabha?(a) 1964 (b) 1977(c) 1990 (d) 199319. In which one of the following countries is the 'Doctrine of Co-directorship'prevalent as a method of control over administration?http://www.civilserviceindia.com(a) U.S.A. (b) France(c) Switzerland (d) Germany20. Which one of the following is the correct ascending order of theadministrative levels in a State?(a) Secretariat - Directorate - Divisional – District(b) Directorate - Secretariat - Divisional – District(c) Secretariat - Divisional - District – Directorate(d) District - Divisional - Directorate - Secretariat21. Consider the following Committees appointed in India to examine andreport on local governments:1. Balwant Rai Mehta Committee2. Ashok Mehta Committee3. Smt. Daya Choubey Committee4. R.K. Khanna CommitteeWhich one of the following is the correct chronological sequence in which theseCommittees were set up?(a) 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 (b) 1 - 4 - 3 - 2(c) 2 - 4 - 3 - 1 (d) 1 - 3 - 4 - 222. In the post-independence period the Government appointed severalcommittees and commissions to improve the urban local bodies. Some ofthem are:1. Rural-Urban Relationship Committee2. Taxation Enquiry Commission3. National Commission on Urbanization4. Local Finance Enquiry CommitteeWhich one of the following is the correct chronological sequence in which theabove committees and commissions were set up?(a) 1-2-4-3 (b) 4-3-1-2(c) 1 - 3 - 4 - 2 (d) 4 - 2 - 1 - 323. When was the first municipal corporation in India at Madras set up?(a) 1587 (b) 1687(c) 1787 (d) 188724. Consider the following statements:1. Game theory highlights the explicit role of human relationship andinteractions in decisions2. Methods on decision making based on heuristic principles proceed alongempirical lines.3. Dynamic nature of organizational objectives is one of the reasons for

decision making characterized by bounded rationality.Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3http://www.civilserviceindia.comDirections: The following 6 (SIX) items consist of two statements: onelabelled as the 'Assertion (A)' and the other III as 'Reason (R)'. You are toexamine these two statements carefully and select the answer to these itemsusing the codes given below:(a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A(c) A is true but R is false (d) A is false but R is true25. Assertion (a): In spite of changes having taken place in the administrativescenario, heart burning between 'generalists' and 'specialists'continues.Reason (R) The requirements of economic and technological developmenthave drastically changed the ratio-relationship between'generalists' and 'specialists'26. Assertion (a): H.A. Simon was the first to give a meaningful analysis of thedecision making process.Reason (R) Classical thinkers like Fayol and Urwick did not see decisionmakingas an all-pervasive concept. .27. Assertion (a): McGregor's Theory Y is based on the external control ofhuman behaviour.Reason (R) Theory Y is characterized by decentralization of authority.28. Assertion (a): State Five-Year plans and annual plans have to be approved bythe Planning Commission.Reason (R) Membership of National Development Council consists of thePrime Minister as the Chairman, all Union Cabinet Ministers,Chief Ministers of all States and representatives of the UnionTerritories.29. Assertion (a): The Chief Secretary of a State acts as the ex-officio Secretaryto the Council of Ministers in the State.Reason (R) The powers and functions of Chief Secretary of a State are.listed in the Constitution of India.30. Assertion (a): If in a cut motion during discussion of demands for grants Inthe Annual Financial Statement, the reduction demanded iseither in the form of a lump sum or omission or reduction of anitem in the demand, the motion which enables such cut isknown as 'Economy Cut'.Reason (R) The motion in the above case represents disapproval of thepolicy underlying the demand.31. Which one among the following is not a function of the State Secretariat?(a) To assist a Minister in the formulation of policy(b) To act as channel of communication.(c) To prepare drafts of the legislation to be introduced in the LegislativeAssembly(d) To assist the legislature In secretarial workhttp://www.civilserviceindia.com32. Which one of the following was recommended by the AdministrativeReforms Commission regarding Directorates?.(a) The distinction between the Secretariat as the policy making body and theDirectorate as the executive agency should be abolished(b) The Directors must be granted ex-officio status as Secretaries(c) There should be liberal delegation of powers from the Secretariat to the

Directorate(d) There should be uniformity in the powers delegated to all the Directorates33. Consider the following statements: Lord Ripon's resolution of 1882 providednew life to the local bodies, which were later hampered by several factors,such as1. hostile attitude of Lord Curzon towards local bodies.2. obstructive tactics of the bureaucracy.3. sudden expansion of elected non-officials.4. reduction of official control of Deputy Commissioners.Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3(c) 2 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 434. Match List I (Institutions) with List U.(Articles of Constitution) and selectthe correct answer using the codes given below the lists:List IA Comptroller & Auditor General of IndiaB. Finance CommissionC. Administrative TribunalsD. Union Public Service Commissionlist II1. Article 3152. Article 2803. Article 1484. Article 323 (A)A B C D A B C D(a) 3 4 2 1 (b) 1 2 4 3(c) 3 2 4 1 (d) 1 4 2 335. Which of the following statements are correct about the post of CabinetSecretary?1. He works under the direct control of Prima Minister.2. He is usually the seniormost civil servant of the country.3. The official warrant of precedence gives him the first place among the civilservants.4. He is the head of the Cabinet Secretariat.5. This office was created in 1950.Select the correct answer using thecodes gjven below:(a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 3 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 536. Which one of the following government documents first suggested for havingelections of Panchayati Raj Institutions on political party basis?(a) Report of the Administrative Reforms Commission(b) Ashok Mehta Committee Reporthttp://www.civilserviceindia.com(c) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee Report(d) Diwakar Committee Report37. A metropolitan committee can be set up in an area having population(a) 3 lac - 4.99 lac (b) 5 lac - 9.99 lac(c) Up to 10 lac (d) Above 10 lac.38. Which of the following functions are performed by a Gram Sabha?1. All public problems are discussed.2. Village budget and programmes are framed.3. Beneficiaries of various government programmes are identified.4. In order to keep a watch on the panchayats, a Vigilance Committee isconstituted.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2 and 439. Which of the following are included in the non-tax revenue of the municipalbodies?.1. Toll on new bridge.s 2. Fees and fines3. Income from enterprises 4. OctroiSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 2 and 4 (d) 2 and 340. Which one of the following statements is not correct regarding the financesof urban local government?(a) They can apply for loans from State Government, Union Government, WorldBank or other international agencies(b) Their borrowing powers are defined in the Municipal Act(c) Most of the urban local bodies are dependent on finances provided by theState Government(d) State Government charges interest on loans and decides time limit for itsrepayment41. Consider the following with reference to 73rd Constitution Amendment inrespect of Panchayati Raj1. Direct elections of members at all levels.2. Direct elections of chairpersons at the village level.3. Indirect election of chairpersons at the intermediate levels and district levels.4. Mandatory provision for holding elections.Which of the above are the provisions of the 73rd Constitution Amendment inrespect of Panchayati Raj?(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 1, 3 and 4http://www.civilserviceindia.com42. Which of the following are the common compulsory provisions of the 73rdand 74th Constitution Amendment Act?1. Five yearly elections2. Reservation for backward classes3. Reservation for women 4. Nagar PanchayatsSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 4(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 343. Which one of the following provisions has been left to the will of the StateGovernments in the 73'd Constitution Amendment Act?(a) Providing reservation to the Backward Classes(b) All posts at all levels to be filled by direct elections(c) Reservation. of seats for SC/ST in proportion to their population(d) Reservation up to 1/3 seats for women in panchayats44. 'Good Governance' and 'Participating Civil Society for Development' werestressed in World Bank Report of(a) 1992 (b) 1997(c) 2000 (d) 200345. Which one of the following is not upheld by New Public Administration?(a) Value based approach (b) Dogmas of efficiency and economy(c) Social equity in service delivery (d) Relevant research46. Which one of the following is mainly discussed in "The Next Society" byPeter Drucker?(a) Demographics' (b) New economy(c) Knowledge society (d) Information techno-society47. Consider the following statements:

Coordination in an organisation is necessary to1. stop growing tendency towards empire building.2. avoid conflicts or overlapping in the work of the employees.3. concentrate on one aspect of work.4. achieve the goals of an organisation effectively.Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 3(c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 1, 3 and 448. Consider the following statements:1. Estimates of expenditure charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India arenot submitted to the vote of the Parliament and there can be no discussion onthe same in either House of the Parliament.2. Vote of credit is a grant approved by the Parliament in advance of thedetailed examination of various demands presented to it.3. Token grants do not involve additional expenditure.http://www.civilserviceindia.comWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 3 only(c) 2 only (d) 2 and 349. Match List I (Management Expert) with List II (Major Area) and select thecorrect answer using the codes given below:List I List IIA. Philip Kotler 1. Organizational changeB. Robert C Merton 2. Business process re-engineeringC. Michael Hammer 3. Derivative pricing formulaD. Peter M. Senge 4. Marketing ManagementA B C D A B C D(a) 1 2 3 4 (b) 4. 3 2 1(c) 1 3 2 4 (d) 4 2 3 150. Consider the following statements:1. There are 25 state cadres in all for the all-India services.2. The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions is the cadrecontrollingauthority for all the three all-India services.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 251. Consider the following statements:1. If the Rajya Sabha has declared by resolution supported by not less than twothirdsof the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient inthe national interest to do so, Parliament may by law provide for the creationof one or more all-India services.2. Article 311 of the Constitution of India deals with the dismissal or removal ofa person who is a member of a civil service' of the Union or an all-Indiaservice or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or aState.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 252. Which of the following organizations are under the administrative control ofthe Department of Personnel and Training, the Ministry of Personnel,Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India?1. Central Vigilance Commission 2. Central Administrative Tribunal3. Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy5. Union Public Service Commission

6. Public Enterprises Selection BoardSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 3, 4 and 5 (b) 5 and 6(c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 (d) 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6http://www.civilserviceindia.com53. Match List I (Institute) with List II (Location) and select the correct answerusing the codes given below the lists:List IA Vaikunth Mehta National Institute ofCooperative ManagementB. Institute of Applied Manpower ResearchC. National Institute of Rural DevelopmentD. Defence Institute of Work StudiesList II1. Hyderabad2. Pune3. Mussoorie4. Kanpur5. DelhiA B C D A B C D(a) 3 1 4 2 (b) 2 5 1 3(c) 3 5 1 2 (d) 2 1 4 354. Who among the following studied the impact of computers on thehierarchical pyramid of an organization?(a) John Rawls (b) John Pfiffner(c) Elton Mayo (d) David Rusk55. Consider the following statements:1. The universal design theory of organization emphasizes on informal structureof organization2. The situational design theory of organization views an organization as aclosed system.3. The traditional approach favours a rigid hierarchical structure oforganization.4. The system approach favours a flexible participative structure oforganization.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 3 only (b) 1,2 and 4(c) 2 and 4 (d) 3 and 456. Which one of the following is not the characteristic of Max Weber's model ofbureaucracy?(a) Offices are arranged in the form of a hierarchy(b) All organizational members are to be selected on the basis of technicalqualifications(c) Control in the bureaucratic organization is based on personally applied rules(d) Officials pursue their careers within the organization57. Consider the following stages:1. Politics - administration dichotomy2. The humanistic challenge3. Search for universal principles4. New Public Administration5. Focus on inter-disciplinary studies6. Paradigm shiftsWhich one of the following is the correct sequence of the above stages ofhistorical evolution of Public Administration as a discipline?http://www.civilserviceindia.com

(a) 1 - 3 - 2 - 5 - 4 - 6 (b) 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 - 6 - 5(c) 1 - 2 - 3 - 5 - 4 - 6 (d) 4 - 3 - 5 - 1 - 6 - 258. Which one of the following statements is correct about the differencebetween supervision and span of control?(a) Supervision is directing and guiding the subordinates, while span of control isthe exercise of authority(b) Supervision is directing and guiding the subordinates, while span of controlrelates to the number of subordinates being directed(c) Supervision relates to the number of subordinates being directed, while spanof control is directing and guiding the subordinates(d) Supervisioin is the exercise of authority while span of control is takingpunitive action against the underperforming employees.59. Which one of the following is not the characteristic of the classical approachof Public Administration?(a) Acceptance of politics - administration dichotomy(b) The search for principles of administration through scientific analysis .(c) An emphasis on the centralization of executive activities(d) Focus on informal and socio-emotional aspects of organizations60. Consider the following statements about the behavioural approach:1. It is-concerned with the scientific study of human behaviour2. It was started by Chester Barnard and later on developed by Herbert Simon.3. "Its literature is mostly descriptive and not perspective.4. It stresses on informal relations and communication patterns.Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 4(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 261. Which one of the following is not correct about system approach?(a) A system is more than sum of its parts(b) A system can be considered to be either closed or open(c) Boundaries in a system are not rigid, impenetrable, or closed(d) If a system is to achieve dynamic equilibrium, it must not have interactionswith its environment62. Consider the following statements in respect of bureaucratic form oforganizational design:1. The primary strength of the bureaucracy lies in its ability to perform nonstandardizedactivities in a highly efficient manner.2. In bureaucracy, there is little need for innovative and experienced decisionmakers below the level of senior executives;3. The pervasiveness of rules and regulations substitutes for managerialdiscretion.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3(c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3http://www.civilserviceindia.com63. Which one of the following is not an essential feature of supervision?(a) Development of agreed work standards between supervisor and subordinates(b) Developing report forms for subordinates(c) Resolving conflicts and misunderstanding among subordinates(d) Fault finding and punishing subordinates64. Which one of the following generalisations can be drawn fromdecentralisation of powers?(a) 'Planning from below' is a good illustration of this phenomenon(b) Jurisdictional lines are to be identified(c) Decisions will affect overall policies(d) Local officers will report to more than one central agency

65. Match List I (Theory of Motivation) with List II (Premise) and select thecorrect answer using the codes given below:List IA. Theory XB. Theory YC. Two Factor theory of F. HerzbergList II1. Self-direction and self-control2. Motivation is a product of anticipated worth of a goal and chances ofachieving that goal3. Reliance on extemal control of human behaviour4. Job enrichment instead of job enlargement as a motivation strategyA B C A B C(a) 2 1 4 (b) 3 4 1(c) 2 4 1 (d) 3 1 466. Who was analysed leadership in termsof circular response?(a) C.I.Barnard (b) Mooney(c) M.P. Follett (d) Millet67. Which of the following specific incentives for the satisfaction of anindividual have been identified by C.I. Barnard?1. Material inducements2. Personal non-material opportunities3. Desirable physical conditions of work4. Ideal benefactions ,Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 4 ,(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 468. Which of the following concepts are associated with M.P. Follet?1. Functional authority 2. 'Bottom-up' authority3. Conflict and integration 4. 'Power over' and 'Power with'Select the correct answer using the codes given below:http://www.civilserviceindia.com(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 2 and 4(c) 2 and 3 (d) 1, 3 and 469. Which of the following concepts are associated with C.I. Barnard? I~1. Contribution - Satisfaction Equilibrium2. Zone of Acceptance3. Strategic Factors in Decision Making4. Acceptance theory of Authority5. Organisation as Cooperative SystemSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 2, 3, 4 and 5 (b) 1, 3, 4 and 5(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2 and 570. Which of the following are associated with Simon?1. He equated administration with decision-making.2. He did not stress upon decision-making as an alternative to the structuralapproach.3. He proposed a new concept of administration based up on logical positivism.4. He distinguished between programmed & non-programme decisions.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) .1,2 and 3 (b) 1,3 and 4(c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2 and 471. Which of the following factors are labelled as job dissatisfiers by F.Herzberg?1. Salary 2. Supervision

3. Responsibility 4. Work itselfSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3(c) 2 and 3 (d) 3 and 472. Who among the following writers concluded that 'people preferred jobs thatoffered opportunities for recognition, achievement and responsibility'?(a) A. Maslow (b) D. McGregor(c) F. Herzberg (d) Rensis Likert73. Consider the following statements:1. Functional classification was recnlT1mended by the Fifth Central PayCommission.2. Position classification results in uniform treatment for promotions.3. For recruitment to the existing three All-India Services, the Union PublicService Commission is involved only with the recruitment through opencompetition examinations.Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2(c) 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 3http://www.civilserviceindia.com74. Consider the following statements in respect of the Contingency Theory ofLeadership:1. In extreme unfavourable or extreme favourable situations, a human relationoriented leader is more effective.2. In a moderately unfavourable or moderately favourable situation, a taskorientedleader is more effective.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 275. Who among the following revised the Human Relations approach of Prof. E.Mayo into a New Human Relations model of management?(a) Fritz Roethlisberger (b) Rensis Likert(c) James MacGregor (d) Mary Parker Follet76. For every 'principle' of administration, there is a Counterprinciple, thusrendering the whole idea of principles moot. Which one of the followingbrought the above point of view?(a) The Science of Public Administration by R. Dahl(b) Administrative Behaviour by H. Simon(c) Ventures in Public Policy by Y. Dror(d) Administrative State by D. Waldo77. Consider the following statements: According to Ferrel Heady, bothComparative Public Administration and International Administration aresimilar because1. both avoid concentration on the administrative system of one single nation.2. both disregard any administrative system as 'Ideal'.3. both have a similar framework for analysis:4. both believe in gradual convergence for mutual benefit.Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1 and 2 (b) 3 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 478. Which of the following are the motivating concerns which ComparativePublic Administration addresses as an intellectual enterprise?1. The search for theory.2. The urge for practical application.3. The incidental contribution to the broader field of comparative politics.4. The comparative analysis of ongoing problems of public administration.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 1 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4http://www.civilserviceindia.com79. Which one of the following statements is acceptable to the protagonists ofNew Public Administration?Rationality as a value(a) leads to efficient performance{b) causes flexibility problem in prioritisation(c) is mere common sense(d) is rooted in morality80. Consider the following statements:'The crisis of identity' in Public Administration in the seventies wasaccentuated by1. the demise of Wilsonian dichotomy2. the protests made by post-behaviouralists .3. the growth of Comparative Public Administration4. the expansion of private administration and market debate Which of thestatements given above are correct?(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 1, 3 and 481. Which one of the following is a clear and distinct line of authority among thepositions in organisations?(a) Organisational design (b) Chain of command(c) Hierarchy (d) Departmentalisation82. Task achievement and excellence of performance in accomplishing a taskare emphasized sometimes at the expense of obedience to one's superior.Which one of the following has the above as a principal feature?(a) Closed model organisation(b) Open model organisation(c) Bureaucratic organisation(d) The newer tradition organisation83. Which one of the following is not correct in relation to the meaning ofdelegation?(a) Entrustment of responsibility to another for performance (b)Entrustment ofpowers and rights; or authority, to be exercised(c) Creation of an obligation, or accountability, on the part of the personaccepting the delegation to perform in terms of the standards established(d) Shifting of workload without transferring corresponding authority to make adecision84. Which of the following are provided for by the Constitution (74thAmendment) Act in respect of planning of urban and rural localgovernments?1. Constitution of the District Planning Committee2. Not less than 2/3'd of the District Planning Committee should be elected by,from amongst, the elected members of district panchayats and municipalities.http://www.civilserviceindia.com3. All other details regarding the composition of the District PlanningCommittee are left to the State Legislatures.4. Constitution of the Metropolitan Planning Committee. Select the correctanswer using the codes given below:(a) 1,2and3 (b) 2and4(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 485. Which one of the following is the main cause of the scalar system?(a) Unity of command (b) Hierarchy

(c) Delegation (d) Coordination86. Which one of the following statements illustrates the principle of span ofcontrol?.(a) The levels of management connote no inherent superiority and inferiority(b) Automation, mechanisation and specialisation have brought about a seachange in decision making(c) The old concept of one single superior for each personis seldom found(d) The ever increasing role of administration has focused attention on unity inthe administrative process87. Match Ust I (Type of Delegation) with List II (Explanation) and select thecorrect answer using the codes given below the lists:List IA Specific delegationB. Accrued delegationC. Unwritten delegationD. Sideward delegationList II1. Subordinate can delegate his authority to his immediate superiors2, Authority is delegated on the basis of custom or usage3. A person delegates authority to another who is also in the same rank in theorganisation4. Orders, instructions or directions are delegated to a particular personA B C D A B C D(a) 2 3 4 1 (b) 4 1 2 3(c) 2 1 4 3 (d) 4 3 2 188. Consider the following statements:1. The Estimates Committee of Parliament lacks the expert assistance of theComptroller & Auditor General of India which is available to the PublicAccounts Committee of Parliament.2. All the Ministries / Departments of the Union Government are not taken upfor examination every year by the Estimates Committee, but only a few ofthem are selected for this purpose. Which of the statements given aboveis/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2http://www.civilserviceindia.com89. Consider the following statements:1. The Comptroller & Auditor General or India / the Chairman & the Membersof the Union Public Service Commission are appointed by the President ifIndia by warrant under his hand and seal and shall be removed from hisoffice in like manner & on the like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court.2. A Judge of the Supreme Court can be removed from his office on grounds ofproved misbehaviour or incapacity after an address by each House ofParliament is supported by a majority of total membership of that House.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 290. Consider the following statements:1. Since 1989, the responsibility for evaluation and processing of proposalsrelating to the capital restructuring of various public sector undertakings ofthe Union Government is entrusted to the Controller General of Accounts.2. The Institute of Government Accounts and Finance is situated in Pune.3. The Expenditure Reforms Committee which completed its term inSeptember, 2001 was set up under the Chairmanship of YV Reddy.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2 only91. Consider the following statements:1. The Central Government took the historical step of separating accounts fromthe audit function in respect of various ministries and departments under theCentral Government in 1980.2. Ashoka Chanda was the first Comptroller and Auditor General of India. .3. Even after the separation of accounts function from the audit function, theComptroller and Auditor General of India certifies the Union GovernmentFinance Accounts and Appropriation Accounts prepared by the ControllerGeneral of Accounts.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 only(c) 1 and 3 (d) 3 only92. Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?Committee Subject(a) L.M. Singhvi Committee, 1986 Constitutional Status forPanchayati Raj(b) Santhanam Committee, 1964 Prevention of corruption(c) Satish Chandra Committee, 1988 Civil Services Examination, Union PublicService Commission(d) Gore Committee, 1974 Parliamentary control over publicexpenditurehttp://www.civilserviceindia.com93. Which among the following are the features of participative management?1. Overlapping structures2. Cross-functional linkages3. Multi-directional communication4. Effective man-to-man relationshipSelect the correct answer using the code given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3(c.) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 494. Consider the following statements:1. Auxiliary agencies have no execution or operative responsibilities.2. Staff agencies are attached to the line agencies at different levels in thehierarchy.3. Line agencies provide channels of communication. Which of the statementsgiven above is/are correct?(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2(c) 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 395. Consider the following statements:The purpose of judicial control over administration is1. to control the policy and expenditure of the government2. to ensure the lagality of officials' acts and thereby to safeguard the rights ofthe citizens.3. to bring all officials under the control of the people.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 2 only(c) 2 and 3 (d) 3 only96. With regard to judicial control over administration what does 'malfeasance'stand for?(a) Error of procedure (b) Abuse of authority(c) Error of fact (d) Error of law97. Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?(a) Management by exception: The concept of minimum intervention by

exception in operation, and then only when fall/rise in performance exceeds acceptablevariations in results(b) Management by objectives: A technique used in planning and controlling(c) Managerial development: Formal programmes of training structured toimprove managerial skills(d) Managerial grid: Also called project management98. Which of the following are intrinsically linked with administrativeaccountability?1. Hierarchy 2. Span of control3. Unity of command 4. 4. OrdersSelect the correct answer using the codes given below:http://www.civilserviceindia.com(a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 1, 2 and 3(c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 3 and 499. Which one of the following is not a system of efficiency rating in the U.S.A.?(a) Production record system (b) Graphic rating scale system(c) Personality inventory system (d) Personnel appraisal system100. Which one of the following is not correct in respect of the French CivilService?(a) Civil Service comprises a large number of corps(b) France upholds a vertical classification of Civil Service(c) ENA does recruitment for the Civil Service(d) Promotion is time-bound and based on seniority101. Which among the following recommended the introduction of performancebudget in India?(a) Estimates Committee(b) Appleby Report(c) Comptroller and Auditor General of India(d) Administrative Reforms Commission102. Which of the following is/are the provisions of Article 18 of the Constitutionof India which pertains to the Right to Equality to the citizens of India?(a) No title, not being military or academic distinction, shall be conferred by theState(b) No citizen of India shall accept any title from any foreign State(c) No person holding any office of profit or trust under the State, shall withoutthe consent of the President, accept any present, emolument or office of anykind from or under any foreign State(d) All of the above three103. Which one of the following is not included in deficit financing in India?(a) Withdrawal of past accumulated cash balance(b) Borrowing from the Central bank(c) Issue of new currency(d) Borrowing from the people104. Match List I (Grants) with List II (Explanation) and select the correctanswer using the codes given below the lists:List I List IIA Vote on account 1. To make any grant in advance in respect ofestimated expenditure for a part of financial yearpending the completion of the procedureprescribed in Article 113B. Excess grant 2. To make a grant for meeting an unexpecteddemand upon resources of IndiaC. Exceptional grant 3. To take approval for money spent during afinancial year in excess of amount granted for the

servicehttp://www.civilserviceindia.comD. Supplementary 4. To take approval if the amount grantauthorized bylaw for the current year is found insufficientA B C D A B C D(a) 1 3 2 4 (b) 2 4 1 3(c) 1 4 2 3 (d) 2 3 1 4105. Consider the following statements in respect of the National PersonnelAuthority of Japan:1. The National Personnel Authority of Japan was created by the NationalPublic Service Law.2. It is responsible for education and training of the public servants.3. President and Commissioners of the National Personnel Authority of Japanare "appointed by the Cabinet.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 3(c) 1 only (d) 1 and 3106. Which of the following statements is not correct in respect of civil service inJapan?(a) Political activism is totally absent in the Japanese bureaucratic tradition.(b) The lateral movement between ministries in the Japanese civil service islimited.(c) There is dominance of law background graduates in the Japanese civilservice.(d) The National Personnel Authority has all the non-elective and non-politicalappointments, excluding specified posts under its control.107. Consider the following statements in respect of the civil service in France:1. The French Civil Service is dominated by the law experts.2. Ecole National de Administration conducts competitive examination for entryinto the Government service.3. Ecole National de Administration is not responsible for providing training tothe civil servants.4. French civil servants are in enjoyment of political rights to a far greaterextent, as compared to those of other countries.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 2, 3 and 4 (b) 3 only(c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 1 and 3108. Under which provision does the Governor of a State constitute a StateFinance Commission to review the financial position of Panchayats?(a) Under the discretionary powers of the Governor(b) By a resolution passed in the Legislative Assembly(c) In accordance with the Article 2431 of the Constitution of India(d) In accordance with a resolution passed in the Rajya Sabha109. Article 143 of the Constitution of India deals with the Governor for eachState. By which Amendment Act, has it been provided that the same personcan be appointed Governor for more than one State?http://www.civilserviceindia.com(a) Fifth (b) Seventh(c) Ninth (d) Eleventh110. In which one of the following methods of training, is a particular topicchosen and specific groups are assigned the task of making an in-depth'study of that subject under the guidance of an expert faculty?(a) Case study method (b) Critical incident method(c) Sensitivity method (d) Syndicate method111. Which of the following Commissions I Reports recommended setting up of

Indian Institute of Public Administration?(a) Union Public Service Commission(b) Planning Commission(c) A.D. Gorwala Report (d) Paul H. Appleby Report112. Match items in the List I (Commission/Report) with those in List II(Recommendation) and select the correct answer using the codes givenbelow the lists: .List I List IIA Aitchison Commission 1. Increase of emoluments for the membersof the Civil Services in order to dissuadethe European Civil Servants fromreturning homeB. Islington Commission 2. Proposed classification of all the servicesinto Imperial provincial and subordinateservicesC. Montague Chelmsford Report 3. Holding of simultaneous examinations inIndia and England for ICSD. Lee 4. To associate Indians with Commissionadministration in every branchA B C D A B C D(a) 3 1 2 4 (b) 2 4 3 1(c) 3 4 2 1 (d) 2 1 3 4113. Which one of the following does not come in the ambit of recommendationsby the Finance Commission?(a) The distribution of net proceeds of taxes between the Union and States(b) The principles to be followed by the Centre while giving grants-in-aid to theStates out of .the Consolidated Fund of India(c) The amount of money to be allocated to States from the Public Account ofIndia(d) Any other matter referred to the Commission by the President in the interestof sound finance114. Consider the following statements in respect of the Prime Ministar'sSecretariate :1. It enjoys the status of a Department of the Government of India underallocation of business rules2. It has a few attached and subordinate offices under it.http://www.civilserviceindia.com3. It came into existence immediately after independence replacing theSecretary to the Governor General.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 3(c) 1 only (d) 1 and 3115. Consider the following statements in respect of the Central Secretariat inIndia:1. It assists the Council of Ministers in the fulfilment of its responsibilities andduties.2. It is based on the belief that policy-making must be separated from policyexecution.3. Secretarial system in India is similar both to the British and the Swedishsystems.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3(c) 1 and 3 (d) 1 and 2116. Which are the functions of the attached offices to a ministry?1. Providing execution direction required in the implementation of policies.

2. Serving as a repository of technical information.3. Advising the concerned ministry on technical aspects of policies.4. Detailed execution of the policies of the government.Select the correct answer using the code given below:(a) 1 and 2 (b) 3 and 4(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4117. Match List I (Concept) with List II (Propunder) and select the correctanswer using the codes given below the lists:List I List IIA. Daily balance chart 1. F.W. TaylorB. Science of motion study 2. EmersonC. Efficiency System 3. GilberthD. Shop floor activities 4. H.L.GanttA B C D A B C D(a) 1 2 3 4 (b) 4 3 2 1(c) 1 3 2 4 (d) 4 2 3 1118. What is the purpose of issue of Mandamus?(a) Directing an official for the performance of a duty(b) Release of an illegally detained person(c) Transferring of a case from an inferior court to a court of higher jurisdiction(d) Calling upon one to show as to by what authority he holds or claims afranchise or officehttp://www.civilserviceindia.com119. Which of the following opportunities is provided by the Appropriation Billto the legislature?(a) To discuss the policy and other matters related to the expenditure of variousministries(b) To change amount of demands of various ministries(c) To reallocate the grants of various ministries(d) To vary the amount of expenditure charged upon the Consolidated Fund ofIndia120. Consider the following statements:1. There is provision under an Article of the Constitution of India, thatParliament may by law provide for adjudication of disputes relating to watersof inter-state rivers or river valleys.2. Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985 has been amended by the Centre toempower States to abolish the State Administrative Tribunals, if they sodesire.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(a) only (b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2ANSWERS1. (b) 2. (c) 3. (c) 4. (a) 5. (a) 6. (a)7. (c) 8. (d) 9. (c) 10. (b) 11. (d) 12. (c)13. (c) 14. (b) 15. (c) 16. (d) 17. (a) 18. (d)19. (a) 20. (d) 21. (b) 22. (d) 23. (b) 24. (d)25. (b) 26. (b) 47. (d) 28. (c) 29. (c) 30. (c)31. (d) 32. (c) 33. (a) 34. (c) 35. (d) 36. (b)37. (d) 38. (a) 39. (c) 40. (a) 41. (d) 42. (d)43. (a) 44. (a) 45. (b) 46. (d) 47. (c) 48. (b)49. (d) 50. (d) 51. (c) 52. (d) 53. (b) 54. (b)55. (d) 56. (c) 57. (a) 58. (b) 59. (d) 60. (c)61. (d) 62. (d) 63. (d) 64. (a) 65. (d) 66. (c)67. (d) 68. (d) 69. (b). 70. (b) 71. (a) 72. (c)73. (b) 74. (d) 75. (b) 76. (b) 77. (c) 78. (d)

79. (d) 80. (c) 81. (c) 82. (b) 83. (d) 84. (c)85. (a) 86. (b) 87. (b) 88. (c) 89. (b) 90. (b)91. (d) 92. (d) 93. (b) 94. (c) 95. (b) 96. (b)97. (d) 98. (b) 99. (d) 100. (d) 101. (d) 102. (d)103.(d) 104. (a) 1 05.(d) 106. (a) 107. (c) 108. (c)109. (b) 110. (d) 111. (d) 112. (d) 113. (c) 114. (d)115. (d) 116. (d) 117. (b) 118. (a) 119. (a) 120. (c)

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