Consider the NIRF 2024 rankings for Kerala University and CUSAT. Which of the following statements is incorrect?

1. Kerala University secured a higher position than CUSAT among Indian Universities in the NIRF 2024 ranking.
2. Both Kerala University and CUSAT secured the 9th and 10th positions respectively among State Public Universities in the NIRF 2024 ranking.
3. CUSAT secured a higher position in the overall National Ranking compared to Kerala University.

Which of the following statements about CUSAT's achievements are accurate?

1. In the NIRF 2024 rankings, CUSAT secured the 34th position among universities.
2. CUSAT secured an A+ Grade in NAAC accreditation.
3. CUSAT secured the 10th position among State Public Universities in the NIRF 2024 rankings.
4. 44 patents were granted/published by CUSAT during the period 2022-2024.

Which of the following statements correctly describe achievements or initiatives of Kannur University?

1. Kannur University bagged the E-Governance Award for Online Services in 2022-23.
2. The university achieved its first NIRF ranking in 2022, placed in the rank band 151-200.
3. Kannur University established a Western Ghats Study Centre for Tropical Biodiversity.
4. The Linguistic Diversity Study Centre was established by Mahatma Gandhi University.

A vessel of 160 L is filled with milk and water. 70% of milk and 30% of water is taken out of the vessel. It is found that the vessel is vacated by 55%. Find the quantity of milk and water in this mixture.

Consider the following statements regarding Calicut University's initiatives.

1. Calicut University has established a Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE).
2. The university established a barrier-free environment through its CDMRP (Community Disabled Management and Rehabilitation Program).
3. Calicut University launched the University of the Third Age Programme to promote education among senior citizens.

300 g of sugar solution has 40% of sugar in it. How much sugar should be added to make it 50% in the solution?

In a mixture of 150 L, the ratio of milk to water is 2 : 1. What amount of water must be further added to the mixture so as to make the ratio of the milk to water 1 : 2 respectively?

A milkman bought 15 L of milk and mixed 3 L of water in it. If the price per kg of the mixture becomes ₹ 22, what is the cost price of the milk per litre?

A vessel contains liquids P and Q in the ratio 5 : 3. If 16 L of the mixture is removed and replaced by same quantity of liquid Q and the ratio becomes 3:5 What is the quantity that the vessel hold ?

Which of the following initiatives are associated with Mahatma Gandhi University?

1. MG University announced a strategic partnership with SIBUR, a Russian petrochemical giant.
2. The university's women's team won the All India Inter-University Women's Volleyball Championship.
3. Mahatma Gandhi University Innovation Foundation (MGUIF) incubated Panlys Nanotech India Pvt Ltd.
4. MGU established a disaster relief initiative called 'MGU Team On Spot', involving NSS volunteers and NCC cadets.

Evaluate the correctness of the following statements regarding Mahatma Gandhi University.

1. Mahatma Gandhi University has been ranked among the top 2 percent of universities in Asia by the Study Abroad Aid rankings.
2. MG University was reaccredited with an A++ grade by NAAC in its fourth cycle, achieving a CGPA score of 3.61.
3. The International Centre for Polar Studies (ICPS) at Mahatma Gandhi University was granted membership to the University of the Arctic (UArctic).
4. In 2023, Mahatma Gandhi University secured a place in The Times Higher Education World University Rankings for the first time.

Which of the following statements about Kerala University's recent rankings and events are correct?

1. In the NIRF 2024 ranking, the University of Kerala secured the 21st position among Indian Universities.
2. The University of Kerala was selected as the Best University for the NSS State Award 2021-22.
3. Kerala University was ranked 16th overall nationally in the India Today - MDRA 2024 ranking.
4. Researcher's Fest - Heights 2023 was organized by Kerala University at its Kariavattom Campus in July 2023.

Consider the following statements regarding the achievements of Kerala University.

1. Kerala University was the first in the state to launch the Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP).
2. The University of Kerala received the Kerala State Biodiversity Conservation Award in 2022.
3. Kerala University secured the overall second position in the 37th National Inter University Youth Festival.

P.T.M Government College (Perinthalmanna) achieved how many points in its NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation?

Among the colleges listed, which one achieved the highest points in NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation?

Which types of colleges are beneficiaries of the "Jeevani" program?

The CM's Prathibha Scholarship Award targets which group of students?

How many scholarships were awarded under the CM's Prathibha Scholarship Award scheme?

From which financial year was the "Hunger Free Campus" project approved and implemented?

What is the primary objective of the "Hunger Free Campus" project implemented by the Collegiate Education Directorate?

Which of the following factors have expanded newer avenues for administration and management?

1. Improved technology
2. Greater specialization
3. Decreasing need for time management
4. Efficient handling of information and data

The sectors where administration is essential include:

Which of the following is/are true about the scope of administration?

1. It applies only to government organizations.
2. It covers both public and private sector enterprises.
3. It involves coordinating human, material, and financial resources to achieve goals.

When “Administration” is used as a synonym for Executive or Government, it means:

1. A body of persons in supreme charge of public affairs.
2. An academic field of study taught in universities.
3. All of the above

“As a Process,” Administration refers to:

1. A one-time event to solve a crisis
2. The sum total of activities for implementing public policies and producing services/goods
3. Only the actions of top-level officials
4. An informal set of tasks without structure

Which of the following best characterizes “Administration as a Profession”?

1. It is limited strictly to academic pursuits.
2. It involves all government activities, from maintaining order to providing welfare and managing various sectors.
3. It includes influencing public opinion and policy implementation.

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Which of the following statements is correct regarding “Administration as a Discipline”?

1. It refers to an intellectual branch of study taught in colleges and universities.
2. It relates only to the daily workings of a private company.
3. It has no relevance in academic research or scholarly discussion.

Match the following - Definitions by a few famous writers

Felix A. Nigro	“Administration has to do with getting things done, with the accomplishment of defined objectives”.
Luther Gullick	“Administration is the organisation and use of men and materials to accomplish a purpose”.
J.M. Pfiffner and R. Presthus	“The art of administration is the direction, co-ordination and control of many persons to achieve some purpose or objective”.
L.D. White	“Administration is the organisation and direction of human and material resources to achieve desired ends”.

“Administration is the capacity of coordinating many, and often conflicting, social energies in a single organism, so adroitly that they shall operate as a unity' .This definition by a which famous writer ?

Which of the following is the definitions by E.N. Gladden ?

1. “Administration is a long and slightly pompous word, but it has a humble meaning, for it means to care for or look after people, to manage affairs…. is determined action taken in pursuit of conscious purpose”.
2. “Administration is the capacity of coordinating many, and often conflicting, social energies in a single organism, so adroitly that they shall operate as a unity.
3. None of the above

Which of the following is true about the word administer?

1. It is derived from the Latin word administrare, meaning "to care for" or "to manage".
2. It means to take control of something for personal benefit.

Who becomes the most trusted spokesperson for Napoleon?

How does the novel end?

Who betrays Boxer's trust at the end of the novel?

How do the pigs justify their actions to the other animals?

Statement: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 made provisions for the creation of an All India Judicial Service.
Assertion: The All India Judicial Service has been implemented and includes posts not inferior to that of a district judge.

Which of the following is correct?

What is the final commandment on Animal Farm?

How does the society on Animal Farm evolve over time?

Statement: The All India Services are common to both the Central and State Governments and are regulated by Parliament.
Assertion: The Central Government has ultimate control over the All India Services, while immediate control vests with the State Governments.

Which of the following is correct?

With reference to the State Services, consider the following statements:

1. The officers of State Services are selected by the respective State Public Service Commissions.

2. The Chief Secretary heads the civil service administration in each state.

3. State Services are classified into Group A, Group B, Group C, and Group D, similar to Central Services.

4. The All India Services Act, 1951 mandates that at least 50% of senior posts in All India Services be filled by promotion from State Services.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the Central Services, consider the following statements:

1. The Central Services are under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Central Government.

2. Before independence, Central Services were classified into Class-I, Class-II, Subordinate, and Inferior services.

3. The Indian Foreign Service is the highest-ranked Central Service in terms of salary.

4. Group C and Group D services are gazetted services.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the constitutional provisions for civil services, consider the following statements:

1. Article 311 provides safeguards to civil servants against dismissal, removal, or reduction in rank without an inquiry.

2. The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 abolished the provision for a second opportunity for civil servants to make representations against proposed punishments.

3. Article 310 allows the President to provide compensation to civil servants in case of post abolition or premature vacation of post for reasons not related to misconduct.

4. The safeguards under Article 311 apply to members of both civil and defense services.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), consider the following statements:

1. The UPSC is directly created by the Constitution as an independent body.

2. The chairman and members of the UPSC hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.

3. The expenses of the UPSC are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and are not subject to a vote in Parliament.

4. The UPSC is responsible for cadre management and training of All India Services officers.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the All India Services, consider the following statements:

1. The All India Services are regulated exclusively by the Central Government.

2. Officers of the All India Services are appointed by the Union Public Service Commission.

3. Disciplinary action against All India Services officers can only be taken by the Central Government.

4. The salaries and pensions of All India Services officers are paid by the Central Government.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Match the following All India Services with their respective controlling ministries:
i. Indian Administrative Service (IAS) – a. Ministry of Home Affairs
ii. Indian Police Service (IPS) – b. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
iii. Indian Forest Service (IFS) – c. Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions

Consider the following statements regarding the removal of UPSC members:

1. The President can remove a UPSC member for misbehaviour only after an inquiry by the Supreme Court.

2. Misbehaviour includes engaging in paid employment outside the duties of the office during the term.

3. The President can suspend a UPSC member during an inquiry for misbehavior.
   Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
   

Consider the following statements about the classification of State Services:

1. State Services are classified into Class-I to Class-IV, with Class-I and Class-II being gazetted.

2. The Chief Secretary of the State heads the civil service administration in each State.

3. Officers for State Services are appointed by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
   Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
   

Consider the following statements regarding Article 311 of the Indian Constitution:

1. Article 311(1) ensures that a civil servant cannot be dismissed by an authority subordinate to the one that appointed them.

2. Article 311(2) mandates an inquiry before dismissal, removal, or reduction in rank, except in cases of criminal conviction or state security concerns.

3. The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 provided for a second opportunity for civil servants to make representations against proposed punishments.
   Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
   

Consider the following statements about the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC):

1. Half of the UPSC members must have held office for at least ten years under the Government of India or a State Government.

2. The UPSC’s recommendations are binding on the Union Government.

3. The President can exclude certain posts and matters from the UPSC’s purview through regulations laid before Parliament.
   Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?