Which of the following statements about the definition and origin of democracy are correct?

1. The term "democracy" is derived from the Greek words "dēmos" (people) and "kratos" (rule).
2. Abraham Lincoln defined democracy as "a system of government of the people, by the people, and for the people."
3. C.F. Strong defined democracy as the freedom of every citizen.
4. The concept of democracy has the same meaning as 'vox populi, vox dei', which means 'voice of the people, voice of God'.

What is the significance of the Kuttanad region in Kerala's geography and economy?

What role do remittances play in Kerala's economy?

Core Definitions and Origins of Democracy

Harris Soche	Democracy as the freedom of every citizen.
Abraham Lincoln	Democracy as a system of government in which the majority of the adult population participates in politics on the basis of a representative system.
C.F. Strong	Democracy as a form of people’s government. In other words, the people are the holders of power in the government who have the right to regulate, defend, and protect themselves from coercion from their representatives.
Aristotle	Democracy as a system of government 'of the people, by the people, and for the people'

What does 'Decentralization of Power' typically aim to achieve in democracies?

Which of the following is considered a fundamental right protected in democracies, as per the notes?

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws and adjudicating legal disputes in a democracy with separation of powers?

The 'Rule of Law' in a democracy primarily ensures what?

What is a key element of free and fair elections that ensures the right to vote is extended to all adult citizens regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status?

Which of the following is NOT listed as a characteristic of democracy ?

The 'Kerala Model of Development' is characterized by a strong focus on which of the following?

The term 'democracy' is derived from which two Greek words?

What is the literal meaning of the term 'democracy'?

Which of the following statements is/are correct about the types of E-Governance interactions?

1. The Communal type exhibits high sociability and solidarity.

2. The Fragmented type is characterized by low sociability and solidarity.

3. The Networked type focuses on transactional services.

4. The Mercenary type has high solidarity but low sociability.

Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about the future roadmap of E-Governance in India?
i. Expanding BharatNet to rural areas.
ii. Developing multilingual platforms like UMANG.
iii. Promoting cash-based transactions.
iv. Enhancing digital literacy through PMGDISHA.

Assertion (A):
Top management is mainly concerned with policy formulation and external relations.

Reason (R):
They are responsible for day-to-day supervision of workers on the shop floor.

Assertion (A):
Design skills are used less frequently as managers move to higher positions.

Reason (R):
At higher levels, managers become more occupied with coordinating human resources than solving problems.

Assertion (A):
The Liaison role involves building contacts outside the chain of command to gather useful information.

Reason (R):
This helps managers acquire resources and information from external parties that can benefit the organization.

Assertion (A):
Analytical skills are increasingly important in the era of big data and data mining.

Reason (R):
They enable managers to apply logical and systematic methods to analyze alternatives and arrive at optimal solutions.

Assertion (A):
The Disturbance Handler role of a manager is mainly exercised during unforeseen crises such as strikes or market collapses.

Reason (R):
The manager in this role examines complex data to design long-term growth strategies for the organization.

Assertion (A):
Human skills are only crucial for middle-level managers because they deal with both subordinates and superiors.

Reason (R):
Human skills involve the ability to work well with people, motivate, and communicate effectively.

Assertion (A):
Conceptual skills are more important for top managers than for frontline supervisors.

Reason (R):
Top managers focus on viewing the organization as a whole and linking its various functions to strategic goals.

Concerning Design Skills: Which are correct?

1. They go beyond troubleshooting and include solving employee grievances.
2. They are used with decreasing frequency as the manager moves up the career ladder.
3. They involve resourcefulness in aligning all units toward organizational goals.

Regarding Levels of Management: Select the correct answer:

1. Top management focuses on strategic goals, policies, and external relations.
2. Middle management issues instructions, interprets top-level policy, and coordinates between top and lower levels.
3. Lower management designs corporate strategy and represents the organization to stakeholders.

With reference to Managerial Roles (Mintzberg’s classification): Which statements are correct?

1. In the Spokesperson role, managers communicate internal policies to middle-level staff for implementation.
2. The Liaison role requires networking outside the chain of command to gather information.
3. The Disturbance Handler role is activated mainly in times of crisis.

Consider the following with respect to Human Skills: Which are correct?

1. They help managers coordinate and work effectively with people.
2. They are important only at middle and lower levels of management.
3. They include communication, motivation, and interpersonal relations with different stakeholders.

Regarding Technical Skills in management:

1. They involve methods, processes, and procedures specific to a specialized field.
2. They are of higher importance for top executives than for front-line supervisors.
3. Professionals like engineers and accountants require strong technical skills in their work.

Consider the following statements about Conceptual Skills:

1. They enable managers to see the organization as an integrated whole with interconnected subsystems.
2. They are most critical for lower-level managers because they work closely with operational staff.
3. They assist in selecting critical information from a large amount of data using business and technological understanding.

Which skill is indispensable for analyzing organizational data and making evidence-based decisions amid information overload?

A manager tasked with communicating important financial results to investors and regulatory bodies is performing which role?

Which middle management responsibility directly ensures the organization’s plans and strategies are consistently executed by lower management?

Which management skill is least needed by a CEO compared to a frontline supervisor?

How did the formation of the state of Kerala in 1956 impact its economic trajectory?

Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about the Interactive Service Model?
i. It enables two-way digital engagement.
ii. It includes authentication mechanisms like Aadhaar.
iii. It is primarily focused on passive information consumption.
iv. It incorporates payment gateways for transactional services.

Why are design skills increasingly essential for managers as they progress to higher organizational levels?

Which managerial role requires extensive networking outside the organization to facilitate information exchange and resource acquisition?

Which function is mainly performed by lower-level managers in an organization?

Which managerial skill enables leaders to integrate diverse organizational functions and connect their actions to wider organizational goals?

At which management level are human skills and technical skills equally necessary for success?

Which management role becomes critical during organizational crisis such as sudden market disruptions or internal strikes?

What is a characteristic of Kerala's population that has had a significant economic impact?

Which role is a manager playing when allocating resources and delegating authority among subordinates to ensure project completion?

A manager who spends most time physically active, frequently interrupted and shifting tasks, and closely interacts with subordinates and peers is most likely at which management level?

Which skill becomes increasingly important as a manager rises in responsibility and is expected to resolve employee grievances, not just troubleshoot operational problems?

Which managerial role is demonstrated when a manager motivates employees, aligns interpersonal needs with organizational goals, and seeks to earn their respect and trust?

A manager is tasked with identifying optimal solutions using systematic logical analysis in a context of big data and information overload. Which skill is primarily demonstrated?

What change has befallen Lucky upon his second appearance in "Waiting for Godot"?

When Pozzo and Lucky reappear in "Waiting for Godot," what is tragically different about Pozzo?

Estragon's forgetfulness in "Waiting for Godot" extends to his encounter with whom from the previous day

What does Estragon claim about his boots when he finds them again in "Waiting for Godot"?