Choose the correct statements concerning the characteristics that define an epidemic.

1. An epidemic requires the disease to be entirely new to the affected region, never having occurred there before.
2. It involves an unusual increase in the number of cases, exceeding what is typically expected for a given time period or geographical area.
3. An epidemic always spreads globally, irrespective of initial localized increases.
4. The identification of an epidemic often relies on epidemiological surveillance data indicating a deviation from baseline disease activity.

Which of the following statements about the broader concept of an epidemic is incorrect?

1. The concept of an epidemic is strictly limited to infectious diseases and cannot apply to other public health issues.
2. Widespread public health issues stemming from lifestyle factors, such as high rates of smoking, can be considered an epidemic.
3. Elevated rates of drug addiction or accidents can fall under the broader definition of an epidemic if they represent a significant public health concern.

Identify the true statements regarding factors that can trigger or contribute to epidemics.

1. Epidemics are primarily a result of deliberate human actions and rarely linked to natural occurrences.
2. Natural disasters such as tropical storms and floods can often lead to conditions conducive to epidemic outbreaks.
3. Prolonged droughts can contribute to epidemics by affecting water sources and hygiene.
4. Earthquakes, due to their localized impact, have no significant role in the emergence of epidemics.

Regarding the etymology and origin of the term 'epidemic', consider the following.

1. The term 'epidemic' originates from Latin words.
2. The Greek prefix 'epi' means 'upon' or 'among'.
3. The Greek root 'demos' translates to 'disease' or 'illness'.
4. Combined, 'epidemic' broadly implies something affecting 'among the people'.

Which of the following statements accurately describes an epidemic?

1. An epidemic refers to a minor, expected fluctuation in disease cases within a population.
2. It signifies an unusual increase in the number of cases of an infectious disease already present in a specific region or population.
3. An epidemic can also describe the emergence of a significant number of cases of an infectious disease in an area or population typically free from that particular illness.
4. The term 'epidemic' is exclusively used for non-infectious diseases.

What type of health-related events, when they occur at significantly elevated rates, can also be considered under the concept of an epidemic?

Beyond infectious diseases, the concept of an epidemic can also extend to widespread public health issues stemming from which factors?

Which of the following is the correct sequence of the control process?

Epidemics can often be a consequence of other types of disasters. Which of the following combinations of disasters are mentioned as potential triggers?

The term "epidemic" originates from Greek words. What do the Greek words "epi" and "demos" mean respectively?

In a farm there are hens and cow. If the heads are counted there are 200 and if the legs are counted there are 580. How many hens are there?

A vessel contains a liquid in which there is 5 part milk and 3 part water. What part of the mixture should be taken out and replaced with water so that the ratio of a milk and water may become 1 : 1?

A bottle is full of pure alcohol. One third of it is taken out and then equal amount of water is poured into the bottle to fill it. This operation is done four times. Find the final ratio of alcohol and water in the bottle?

A jar has 40 L milk. From the jar, 8 L of milk was taken out and replaced by an equal quantity of water. If 8 L of the newly formed mixture is taken out of the jar, what is the final quantity of milk left in the jar?

Direct supervision is important because it:

Leadership in the context of management means:

Which is NOT an external source of recruitment?

Selection in staffing is a "negative process" because:

Flexibility in organising means:

Planning is said to have "primacy" because:

The "Limiting Factor" principle in planning means:

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of planning?

According to the principle of continuity in coordination:

Which type of coordination is carried out between two departments at the same organisational level?

In controlling, comparing actual performance with standards helps in:

Which leadership style encourages subordinates’ participation in decision-making?

Which of the following is NOT a principle of coordination?

"Motivation is something that moves the person to action" — this definition is given by:

Which type of control is applied before the work starts?

In the controlling process, the principle of management by exception means:

The principle of Unity of Command in directing means:

Which of the following is NOT an element of direction?

Consider the following statements: Which is/are correct?

1. A Dry Promotion increases pay without increasing status/responsibility.
2. A Horizontal Promotion raises status but stays in the same job classification.
3. Versatility transfers aim at multi-skill competence and reduced boredom.
4. Remedial transfers correct wrong placement due to selection errors.

Which of the following statements are correct about non-profit organizations ?

1. Charities, NGOs, and Educational Institutions are types of non-profit organizations.
2. Every non-profit organization must be a charity.
3. Non-profit organizations aim primarily for profit generation.

Which of the following statements are correct?

1. Government entities include only the National Governments.
2. State Governments and Local Governments are also types of government entities.
3. Other Authorities are recognized as a category of government entity.

Consider the following statements: Which of the above is/are correct?

1. Vertical promotions involve a change in job classification with increase in responsibilities and pay.
2. Dry promotions involve increase in pay but no change in responsibilities.
3. Versatility transfers are made to reduce boredom and train employees in multiple skills.
4. Remedial transfers are to correct mistakes in selection and placement.

Which of the following statements about Sole Proprietorship is/are correct?

1. It is owned and operated by one person.
2. The owner has unlimited personal liability for all debts.
3. It is a separate legal entity from its owner.

Consider the following statements about Directing: Which is/are correct?

1. It is a one-time function, mainly applied when an organisation is new or undergoing restructuring.
2. Directing includes guiding, counselling, supervising, and motivating subordinates continuously.
3. In management hierarchy, directing supplements and activates other managerial functions.
4. Directing is purely mechanical and does not involve the human factor.

From which language do the root words "epi" and "demos" for "epidemic" originate?

What does the term "epidemic" primarily signify regarding an infectious disease already present in a specific region or population?

What does Napoleon eventually change the farm's name back to?

What does the Battle of the Windmill represent?

Who is responsible for spreading Napoleon's propaganda?

Consider the following statements: Which of the statements is/are correct?

1. Recruitment is a negative process intended to reject unsuitable candidates, whereas selection is a positive process attracting the right talent.
2. Internal recruitment methods include promotions, transfers, and re-employment of ex-employees.
3. External recruitment methods such as advertisements and employment exchanges are generally faster and less costly than internal recruitment.
4. In selection, multiple ‘hurdles’ like tests, interviews and medical exams are placed to filter candidates.

Which form of organization listed is not governed by any specific law or act?

1. Private Limited Company
2. Proprietorship Firm
3. LLP
4. Partnership Firm

What role does Mr. Whymper play in Animal Farm?

What happens when the pigs invite human farmers to the farm?

What is the role of the puppies in Animal Farm?

Consider the following statements regarding Planning in management:

1. Planning is always a one-time activity designed for a fixed time frame and does not require revision once implemented.
2. Planning has primacy over other managerial functions as it lays the foundation for organising, staffing, directing and controlling.
3. Luther Gullick’s acronym POSDCORB includes ‘Controlling’ as its last function.
4. According to Henry Fayol’s POCCC, ‘Commanding’ is a function distinct from ‘Directing’.

What does the Battle of the Windmill represent?