Consider the following statements regarding the All India Services:
The All India Services are controlled jointly by the Central and State Governments, with ultimate control vested in the Central Government.
Officers of the All India Services are appointed to various State cadres but cannot work in Central Services.
The All India Services Act, 1951, mandates that at least one-third of senior posts in these services be filled by promotion from State Services.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the All India Judicial Service?
The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 provided for the creation of an All India Judicial Service.
The All India Judicial Service includes posts inferior to that of a district judge.
A law creating the All India Judicial Service does not require a constitutional amendment under Article 368.
Which of the following statements are correct about the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
The UPSC is an independent constitutional body directly created by the Constitution.
The chairman and members of the UPSC hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier.
The UPSC is responsible for cadre management and training of All India Services officers.
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the constitutional provisions for civil services?
Article 309 empowers Parliament and State Legislatures to regulate the appointment and conditions of service of public servants.
Article 310 states that civil servants hold office during the pleasure of the President or Governor, as applicable.
Article 311 provides safeguards only to members of the defense services.
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the All India Services?
Officers of the All India Services are appointed by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
The salaries and pensions of All India Services officers are paid by the Central Government.
The All India Services Act, 1951, regulates the appointment and conditions of service in consultation with State Governments.
Consider the following statements:
The First ARC recommended deployment of Central armed forces in states only upon the state’s request.
The Sarkaria Commission recommended that the Centre may deploy armed forces without state consent, though consultation is desirable.
The West Bengal Memorandum opposed central powers for deployment of armed forces without state approval.
Consider the following statements about Punchhi Commission recommendations:
It recommended time limits for both State Legislature and the President in matters of state bills reserved for consideration.
It supported the continuation of the All India Services.
It proposed setting up an Inter-State Trade and Commerce Commission under Article 307.
Consider the following statements about the Anandpur Sahib Resolution and West Bengal Memorandum:
Both sought restriction of the Centre’s jurisdiction to limited subjects.
Both proposed repealing Article 356.
Both demanded residuary powers for the states.
Consider the following statements about the Sarkaria Commission:
It was appointed in 1983 and submitted its report in 1988.
It recommended residuary powers of taxation to remain with Parliament.
It suggested reactivating Zonal Councils to promote federalism.
Consider the following statements about the First ARC and Rajamannar Committee:
The First ARC was appointed by the Central Government, while the Rajamannar Committee was appointed by the Tamil Nadu Government.
Both bodies recommended setting up an Inter-State Council.
Both reports were fully implemented by the Central Government.
Which of the following statements about the Punchhi Commission are correct?
It recommended fixed five-year tenures for governors.
It proposed guidelines for the governor’s role in case of a hung assembly.
It recommended that governors should continue as chancellors of universities.
Which of the following statements about the West Bengal Memorandum are correct?
It wanted the Centre’s jurisdiction confined to a limited set of subjects.
It sought state consent for reorganisation of states.
It proposed that 75% of central revenue be allocated to states.
Which of the following statements about the Anandpur Sahib Resolution are correct?
It sought that residuary powers be vested in the states.
It wanted the Centre’s jurisdiction limited to four specific subjects.
It recommended abolishing the Planning Commission.
Which of the following statements about the Rajamannar Committee are correct?
It sought to make the Finance Commission a permanent body.
It recommended abolishing All India Services.
It suggested transferring some Union and Concurrent list subjects to the State list.
Which of the following statements about the First ARC recommendations are correct?
It called for transferring more financial resources to states.
It proposed delegating powers to states to the maximum extent.
It recommended that governors be appointed from among active state politicians.
Choose the correct statement(s) about the Sarkaria Commission (1983):
It recommended strengthening All India Services and creating more such services.
It proposed that residuary powers of taxation remain with the states.
It suggested that governors should not dismiss a council of ministers as long as it enjoys assembly majority.
Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the West Bengal Memorandum (1977):
It recommended replacing the word "Union" in the Constitution with "Federal".
It suggested that Articles 356, 357, and 360 be repealed.
It proposed giving the Rajya Sabha equal powers to the Lok Sabha.
Choose the correct statement(s) about the Anandpur Sahib Resolution (1973):
It sought to limit the Centre’s powers to defence, foreign affairs, communications, and currency.
It demanded equal representation of all states in the Rajya Sabha.
It insisted that the Constitution be made truly federal.
Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the Rajamannar Committee (1969):
It was appointed by the Central Government to secure utmost autonomy for the states.
It recommended abolishing the Planning Commission and replacing it with a statutory body.
It suggested transferring residuary powers to the states.
Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the First Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) of India:
It was set up in 1966 under the chairmanship of K. Hanumanthayya.
It examined issues related to Centre–State relations through a study team under M.C. Setalvad.
One of its recommendations was the creation of an Inter-State Council under Article 263.
Evaluate the following statements regarding the principles of controlling: Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- The Principle of Critical Point Control suggests that a manager should focus on every detail of an activity rather than just the most important areas of a task.
- The Principle of Exception states that a manager should be informed of both favorable and unfavorable deviations from the plan to take appropriate action.
- The Principle of Control Responsibility requires that control should be delegated to the same level as the authority and responsibility for the task.
Consider the following statements regarding the characteristics of directing as a managerial function: Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- Directing is a continuous activity that a manager must perform at all levels of the organization throughout its life.
- Directing is the final step in the management process, coming after planning, organizing, and staffing.
- Directing is a managerial function that initiates action by issuing orders and instructions to subordinates.
Evaluate the following statements regarding the principles of directing in management: Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- Principle of Harmony of Objectives states that the interests of the individual employee should always be subordinated to the interests of the organization.
- The Principle of Unity of Command is a key principle of directing, as it ensures that each subordinate receives orders from only one superior, avoiding confusion.
- The Principle of Effective Leadership suggests that a manager should be a supportive leader who guides and inspires their subordinates to achieve their personal and organizational goals.
onsider the following statements regarding the recommendations common to multiple commissions.
(i) Both the ARC and Sarkaria Commission recommended the establishment of an Inter-State Council under Article 263.
(ii) Both the Rajamannar Committee and West Bengal Memorandum recommended abolishing All-India Services.
(iii) Both the Anandpur Sahib Resolution and West Bengal Memorandum proposed limiting the Centre’s jurisdiction to defence, foreign affairs, communications, and currency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?