Karnataka SET Unit 9: Public Administration Part I - Political Science Coaching Centre

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Karnataka SET Unit 9: Public Administration Part I

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1. Assertion (A): Rational choice theorists dismissed the importance of liberty and culture.

Reason (R): They believed in actor's interest and that these are pursued rationally.

In the context of above two statements, which among the following is correct? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true. (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 false (R) is true

(D) Both (A) and (R) are false

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2. Who among the following says that public administration includes the operation of only the executive branch of government? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A) L. D. White and Luther Gullick

(B) L. D. White

(C) Luther Gullick

(D) W. F. Willougby

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3. Who laid out the important characterisation of bureaucracy? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A) Max Weber

(B) R. K. Merton

(C) M. Crozier

(D) Thomas Carly

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4. Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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5. What is the threefold classification of authority as given by A. Etzioni? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A) Programme, Organisation and Normative

(B) Budgetary, Personel and Utilitarian

(C) Coercive, Normative and Utilitarian

(D) Coercive, Normative and Organisational

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6. Assertion (A): Philosophical approach to public administration is one of the oldest approaches to study public administration.

Reason (R): Because it devices its basic arguments from Hegel's Philosophy of Rights.

In the context of the above two statements which among the following is correct? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true. (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 (R) is false

(D) Both (A) and (R) are false

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7. In explaining administrative decisionmaking Simon's decision theory focussed on which one of the following? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A) The single best choice made by the decision maker

(B) The limits of information availability

(C) The constraints on computational abilities of the administrator

(D) Bounded rationality and satisfaction

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8. Assertion (A): Hierarchy brings rigidity and affects human relationship in administration.

Reason (R): Hierarchy is a built in device to achieve coherence in the organisation

In the context of the above two statements which among the following is correct? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER III)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true. (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 (R) is false

(D) Both (A) and (R) are false

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9. Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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10. One among the following is not a feature of development administration. (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) Culture orientation

(B) Goal orientation

(C) Time orientation

(D) Target orientation

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11. In the Rigg's model of administration, he classified two types, viz the ‘agraria'and the 'industria'. Identify the one from the following which is not either? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) Simple and stable occupational differentiation

(B) High degree of social mobility

(C) Hierarchical structure of personal and authority in a formal organization

(D) Prevalence of voluntary organisations performing specific functions

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12. When each lower office is under control and supervision of a higher one, the phenomenon is known as (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) Decision-Making

(B) Hierarchy

(C) Unity of command

(D) Span of control

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13. The name of one among the following is associated with traditional model of Public Administration (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) F. W. Taylor

(B) Woodrow Wilson

(C) Peter F. Drucker

(D) Pai Panandiker, V. A.

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14. Who said that "administration consists of all those operations having for the purpose of the fulfillment or enforcement of public policy as declared by competent authority"? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) L. D. White

(B) Luther Gullick

(C) Alfred Marshall

(D) Rensis Likert

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15. Which among the following is not a characteristic feature of the bureaucracy according to Max Weber? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) Political commitment

(B) Consistency

(C) Rationality

(D) Continuity

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16. Which of the following was recommended by Fulton Committee? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

1) Generalism

2) Unified grading structure

3) Specialism

4) Professionalism

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(A) 1 and 2

(B) 2 and 3

(C) 1 and 3

(D) 2, 3 and 4

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17. Who has criticized bureaucracy for creating ‘red tapism’? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) W. B. Munro

(B) E. N. Gladden

(C) Charles E. Merriam

(D) Ramsay Muir

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18. The concept of Political Administration dichotomy was given by (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) Frank Henry Goodnow

(B) James W. Fresler

(C) W. Paul Appleby

(D) Ordway Tead

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19. Assertion (A): Delegation leads to dual responsibility.

Reason (R): While a subordinate carries out his assigned tasks the delegating superior is responsible for getting the job done

(KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

(C) (A) is false and (R) is correct

(D) (A) is true and (R) are false

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20. Assertion (A): System theory of organization rejected classical theory of organization.

Reason (R): It rejected on the ground that organization is independent of the environment.

In the context of the above two statements which among the following is correct? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true (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) Both (A) and (R) are false

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21. Participative style of leadership became popular during and after the era of which one of the following? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) Systems theory

(B) Behavioural theory

(C) Human relations theory

(D) Scientific management theory

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22. Assertion (A): Theories of bureaucratic politics seek to bridge the traditional division between administration and politics.

Reason (R): In this such theories are not in any way different from traditional theories

(KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER II)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true. (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 false (R) is true

(D) (A) is true (R) is false

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23. Match the following: (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER II)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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24. Who said that “Bureaucracy is a regulated administrative system organised as a series of interrelated offices”? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER II)

(A) John A. Veig

(B) Gladden

(C) Max Weber

(D) F.M. Marx

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25. The theory of ‘Prismatic Society’ in Public Administration is based on (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER II)

(A) Study of public services in developed and developing societies

(B) Institutional comparison of public administration in developed countries

(C) Structural functional analysis of administration in developing countries

(D) Historical studies of public administration in different societies

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26. The classical theory of administration is also known as the (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER II)

(A) Historical Theory

(B) Mechanistic Theory

(C) Locational Theory

(D) Human Relations Theory

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27. Who among the following said It is of great importants to smooth working that at all levels authority and responsibility should be co-terminus and co-equal? (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

(A) Urwick

(B) J. D. Millet

(C) Henry Fayol

(D) Max Weber

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28. Every organization must have scalar chain as every house must have its drain. Who among the following is associated with the above statement? (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

(A) J. D. Miller

(B) Urwick

(C) Luther Gullick

(D) F.W. Taylor

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29. Which one of the following feature of civil service in wrongly listed? (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

(A) Anonymity

(B) Neutrality

(C) Hierarchy

(D) Body of amateur

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30. Questions are matching type. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer code. (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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31. The merit system of recruitment in Britain was first introduced in the year (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

(A) 1655

(B) 1755

(C) 1854

(D) 1955

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32. The system in which recruitment for higher positions is restricted to persons already in service is known as (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

(A) Indirect recruitment

(B) Promotion

(C) Positive recruitment

(D) Preferential recruitment

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33. Merit system of recruitment in USA was first introduced in the year (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

(A) 1767

(B) 1777

1787

1883

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34. The actions of the decision makers are determined by three basic determinants, which are they? (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

1. Spheres of competence

2. Communication and information

3. Influence

4. Motivation

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(A) 1, 2 and 3

(B) 2, 3 and 4

(C) 1, 2 and 4

(D) 3, 4 and 1

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35. Consider the following statements regarding Span of Control (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER III)

1. An employee should receive orders from only one superior

2. The number of sub-ordinate staff which an administrator can effectively direct

3. The control of the superior over sub- ordinates

4. The number of employees being controlled by the superior.

Of the above statements

(A) 1, 2 and 3 are correct

(B) 2, 3 and 4 are correct

(C) 1, 2 and 4 are correct

(D) 1, 3 and 4 are correct

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36. In this pattern, messages can flow only along the scalar chain of command (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER II)

(A) The chain pattern

(B) The wheel pattern

(C) Y pattern

(D) Circular pattern

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37. Match the following: (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER II)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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38. Recruitment is the process of attracting qualified applicants for jobs, this observation was made by (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER II)

(A) Bailey S. K.

(B) Douglas P. H.

(C) Donald Kingley

(D) D. E. Klinger

(E) Option B and D

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39. The organization is the act of designing administrative structure. It requires (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER II)

(A) The determination of what activities are necessary(B) No engineering approach to achieve goal

(B) No engineering approach to achieve goal

(C) The allocation of functions and responsibilities to individual

(D) Staff for managing it

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40. Which of the following types of authority did Weber not talk of (KARNATAKA SET 2016 PAPER II)

(A) Traditional

(B) Rational

(C) Ideological

(D) Charismatic

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41. Who propounded need for achievement theory? (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) David C. Meclelland

(B) Fredrick

(C) D. McGregor

(D) Peter F. Drucker

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42. Given below are the two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

Assertion (A): Public Administration is relatively more multipurposeful than Private Administration.

Reason (R): Public Administration regulates Private Administration.

In the context of the above two statements which one of the following is correct?

Codes:

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)

(C) (A) is true (R) is false

(D) (A) false but (R) true

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43. Given below are the two statements one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

Assertion (A): In developing countries bureaucracy plays a dominant role.

Reason (R): Max Weber brought out the merit of bureaucratic system.

In the context of the above two statements which one of the following is correct?

Codes:

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)

(C) (A) is true (R) is false

(D) (A) false but (R) true

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44. Assertion (A): Direct recruitment brings into the service candidates without previous administrative experience.

Reason (R): Prolonged training has to be given to new recruits before they can be entrusted with responsibility.

Codes:

(KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)

(C) (A) is true (R) is false

(D) (A) false but (R) true

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45. The concept of satisfying behaviour comes close to the economic concept of (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) Maximising output

(B) Optimum output

(C) Best output

(D) Easily achievable output

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46. The founder of Scientific Management School of Thought was (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) F. W. Taylor

(B) Herbert Simon

(C) Piffner John

(D) Mary Parker Follet

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47. ‘Promote’ is a word derived from (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) A Spanish word

(B) A Greek word

(C) A Latin word

(D) An Arabic word

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48. “Lack of courage to delegate properly and of knowledge how to do it is one of the most general causes of failure in organisation” who said it? (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) Henri Fayol

(B) Lyndall Urwick

(C) Paul H. Appleby

(D) Dwight Waldo

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49. According to Burnard administrator should be encouraged to gain experience in leadership (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) Within the organisation

(B) Outside the organisation

(C) Both within and outside the organisation

(D) Only in foreign countries

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50. Given below are the two statements are labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

Assertion (A): In developing countries bureaucracy plays a dominant role.

Reason (R): Max Weber brought out the merit of bureaucratic system.

In the context of the above two statements which one of the following is correct?

Codes:

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)

(C) (A) is true (R) is false

(D) (A) false but (R) true

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51. Given below are the two statements one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

Assertion (A): The Public Administration is subject to Judicial Control.

Reason (R): Any illegal administrative act can be challenged in the court of law.

In the context of the above two statements which one of the following is correct?

Codes:

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)

(C) (A) is true (R) is false

(D) (A) false but (R) true

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52. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the list. (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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53. Match the following: (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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54. Consider the following statements. Select the correct answer and the codes given below: (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

The extent of delegation depends on :

1. Nature of the problem

2. Circumstances prevalent

3. Responsibilities involved

4. Organisational history

Codes:

(A) 1, 2 and 3

(B) 2, 3 and 4

(C) 1, 3 and 4

(D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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55. “A good promotion system is useful to employees individually as well as to the administration”. This statement is by (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

(A) Arthur

(B) Meyers

(C) L. D. White

(D) R. B. Jain

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56. Who said “A person who is born with the talent of personal leadership must learn management leadership”? (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

(A) Bernard

(B) Allen

(C) Millet

(D) Follet

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57. The seeds of ‘Administrative Culture’ were sown in 1963 by (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) David Easton and Sidney Verba

(B) Gabriel Almond and Sidney Verba

(C) Morton Kaplan and Kenneth Waltz

(D) E. H. Carr and Sidney Verba

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58. Which one of the following is NOT a pillar of good governance? (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Responsiveness

(B) Rule of law

(C) Ethical conduct

(D) Non-accountability

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59. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

Assertion (a): Supervision is more than inspection and investigation.

Reason (R): Supervision is consultative and advisory in nature.

In the context of the above statements, which of the following is true?

(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

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

(C) (A) is correct, but (R) is not correct

(D) (R) is correct, but (A) is not correct

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60. When communication takes place among members of the same group is known as (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Upward communication

(B) Formal communication

(C) Lateral communication

(D) Informal communication

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61. It postulates that a leader’s behaviour is acceptable to the subordinates in so far as they view it as a source of either immediate or future satisfaction. Here ‘it’ refers (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Path-goal theory

(B) Situational theory

(C) Attribution theory

(D) Charismatic leadership theory

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62. The Fulton Committee was concerned with (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Promotion

(B) Transfer

(C) Recruitment and Training

(D) Personnel Matters

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63. Training by experience is otherwise known as _________ training. (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Informal

(B) Short-term

(C) Formal

(D) Background

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64. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

Assertion (a): Hierarchy means the rule (or) control of the higher over the lower.

Reason (R): It does not consist of universal application of superior subordinate relationship through a number of responsibility reaching from top to the bottom.

In the context of the above statements, which of the following is true?

(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

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

(C) (A) is correct, but (R) is not correct

(D) (R) is correct, but (A) is not correct

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65. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

Assertion (a): In developing countries bureaucracy plays a dominant role.

Reason (R): Max Weber brought out the merits of bureaucratic system.

(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

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

(C) (A) is correct, but (R) is not correct

(D) (R) is correct, but (A) is not correct

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66. Development administration in India is concerned with (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Development of heavy industries

(B) Maintenance of law and order

(C) Promotion of economic growth and social justice

(D) Adjudication of disputes between citizens

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67. Who said “If our civilization fails it will be mainly because of a breakdown of administration”? (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) W. B. Donham

(B) Charles A. Beard

(C) A. Lepawsky

(D) Percy Andrew

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68. The ‘New Public Administration’ movement is mainly against (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Administrative centralisation and neutrality of administration

(B) Neutrality of administration and meritocracy

(C) Meritocracy and political orientation of administration

(D) Political orientation of administration and administrative centralisation

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69. Which of the following is not advocated by the New Public Administration? (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Behaviouralism

(B) Decentralisation of Delegation

(C) Pluralism

(D) Humanism

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70. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

Assertion (a): Communication is the passing of information in the organisation.

Reason (R): Communication is the blood stream of every organisation.

In the context of the above statements, which of the following is true?

(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

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

(C) (A) is correct, but (R) is not correct

(D) (R) is correct, but (A) is not correct

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71. Who is the ‘Father of Public Policy’? (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Harold Lasswell

(B) O. E. Williamson

(C) Peter Drucker

(D) Yezekel Dror

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72. Absence of regular reforms bureaucracy are due to (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) Fear of continuous training

(B) No demands from public

(C) Lack of adequate personnel

(D) Political difficulties

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73. According to Wilson, a government organisation should be (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) Continuously reorganised

(B) Increasingly centralised

(C) A long lasting one

(D) Politically organised

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74. An agency would succeed in achieving its goals provided it has (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) A centralised authority

(B) A committed political will

(C) High levels of autonomy

(D) Highly qualified leadership

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75. (97 – 100) Read the passage carefully and answer to the below given questions.

Woodrow Wilson says that successful bureaucracies are those in which executives have a clear mission with identified tasks to achieve that mission. He suggests that agencies entrusted with clear objectives and high levels of autonomy have more chances to meet the stated goals. For this, Wilson recommends reorganisation of bureaucracy through deregulation. This process of reorganisation in any governmental organisation has to be a continuous feature political process. But this never happens on regular basis, dispute the demands for it get manifested in the public agendas. The reason central to this issue is ‘politics-administration’ dichotomy. Thus, in several cases, the efforts at reorganisation have not succeeded due to political difficulties.

Q. A successful executive should have (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) Good training

(B) A clear mission

(C) Commitment

(D) Domain knowledge

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76. Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below. (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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77. Which of the following pairs are correctly matched? (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

1. Samuel Hunginton : Political Decay

2. Fred Riggs : Prismatic Society

3. David Easton : Civic Culture

4. David Apter : Political Modernisation

Codes:

(A) 1 and 2

(B) 3 and 4

(C) 1, 2 and 4

(D) 1, 2 and 3

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78. Which of the following is not a philosophical approach to the study of public administration? (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) The method of work of Bhagvad Geetha

(B) Leviathan of Hobbes

(C) The Republic of Plato

(D) The Two Treatises on Civil Government of Locke

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79. Which of the following theory advocated General Equilibrium? (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) Liberal theory

(B) Walras theory

(C) Theory of Economic Maturity

(D) Neo-classical theory

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80. The classical theory is marked by these features (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) Impersonality, Specialisation, Efficiency and Transparency

(B) Impersonality, Specialisation, Efficiency and Hierarchy

(C) Authority, Discipline, Specialisation and Efficiency

(D) Subordination, Specialisation, Division of Work and Efficiency

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81. The classical theory treats the organisation as (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) A closed system

(B) An open system

(C) Both open and closed system

(D) Spoils system

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82. ___________ said that civil service is a “professional body of officials, permanent, paid and skilled”. (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A) Pfiffner

(B) Max Weber

(C) Finer

(D) Gladden

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83. Match List - I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below. (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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84. The most active forms of democratic participation include (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

1. Formal enrolment in a political party

2. Canvassing and casting votes

3. Arrangements of booth capturing

4. Participation in decision making process.

5. Working in election campaign.

Codes:

(A) 2 and 4

(B) 1, 2, 4 and 5

(C) 2, 3, 4 and 5

(D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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85. According to Bernard, administrator should be encouraged to gain experience in leadership (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) Within the organisation

(B) Outside the organisation

(C) Both within and outside the organisation

(D) Only in foreign countries

Chester Barnard, a renowned management theorist, emphasized the importance of administrators acquiring leadership experience from outside of the organization. Barnard believed that gaining diverse experiences in leadership settings beyond one's immediate workplace could greatly enhance an administrator's skills and perspective. Here are some reasons why Barnard's suggestion holds merit:

Broader Perspectives: Engaging in leadership roles outside the organization exposes administrators to different industries, cultures, and working environments. This broader perspective enables them to understand diverse perspectives, approaches, and best practices in leadership.
Networking Opportunities: Participating in leadership activities outside the organization provides administrators with valuable networking opportunities. They can connect with leaders from other sectors, exchange ideas, and build professional relationships that may benefit their own organization in the future.
Skill Development: Leading in diverse settings challenges administrators to adapt their leadership styles, communication strategies, and problem-solving approaches. This process fosters skill development and enhances their ability to navigate various leadership contexts effectively.
Innovation and Creativity: Exposure to different leadership environments encourages administrators to think innovatively and creatively. They can draw inspiration from diverse experiences and apply novel ideas and strategies to address challenges within their own organization.
Personal Growth: Engaging in leadership activities outside the organization promotes personal growth and self-awareness. Administrators may discover new strengths, identify areas for improvement, and gain confidence in their leadership abilities through these experiences.

Encouraging administrators to seek leadership opportunities beyond their organization can be beneficial for both the individual and the organization itself. It demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional development while also fostering a culture of openness to new ideas and perspectives.

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86. Who said “A person who is born with the talent of personal leadership must learn management leadership”? (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

(A) Bernard

(B) Allen

(C) Millet

(D) Follet

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87. Participative style of leadership became popular during and after the era of which one of the following? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) Systems theory

(B) Behavioural theory

(C) Human relations theory

(D) Scientific management theory

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88. When communication takes place among members of the same group is known as (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Upward communication

(B) Formal communication

(C) Lateral communication

(D) Informal communication

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89. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R).

Assertion (a) : Communication is the passing of information in the organisation.

Reason (R): Communication is the blood stream of every organisation.

In the context of the above statements, which of the following is true? (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

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

(C) (A) is correct, but (R) is not correct

(D) (R) is correct, but (A) is not correct

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90. Development administration in India is concerned with (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Development of heavy industries

(B) Maintenance of law and order

(C) Promotion of economic growth and social justice

(D) Adjudication of disputes between citizens

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91. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:(KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER II)

A

B

C

D

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92. The ‘New Public Administration’ movement is mainly against (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Administrative centralisation and neutrality of administration

(B) Neutrality of administration and meritocracy

(C) Meritocracy and political orientation of administration

(D) Political orientation of administration and administrative centralisation

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93. Which of the following is not advocated by the New Public Administration? (KARNATAKA SET 2018 PAPER II)

(A) Behaviouralism

(B) Decentralisation of Delegation

(C) Pluralism

(D) Humanism

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94. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the list: (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

A

B

C

D

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95. In the Rigg's model of administration, he classified two types, viz the ‘agraria'and the 'industria'. Identify the one from the following which is not either? (KARNATAKA SET 2014 PAPER II)

(A) Simple and stable occupational differentiation

(B) High degree of social mobility

(C) Hierarchical structure of personal and authority in a formal organization

(D) Prevalence of voluntary organisations performing specific functions

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96. 4. Participative style of leadership became popular during and after the era of which one of the following? (KARNATAKA SET 2015 PAPER III)

(A) Systems theory

(B) Behavioural theory

(C) Human relations theory

(D) Scientific management theory

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97. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. (KARNATAKA SET 2020 PAPER II)

A

B

C

D

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98. The concept of satisfying behaviour comes close to the economic concept of (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) Maximising output

(B) Optimum output

(C) Best output

(D) Easily achievable output

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99. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER II)

A

B

C

D

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100. The founder of Scientific Management School of Thought was (KARNATAKA SET 2017 PAPER III)

(A) F.W. Taylor

(B) Herbert Simon

(C) Piffner John

(D) Mary Parker Follet

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