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The Cooperative Trading Organization, started by William King in 1827 ?
Who founded "The Co-operator", a journal aimed at spreading co-operative ideas and educating workers?
According to William King --- is considered to be the nucleus for cooperative life.
Who is known as, 'The intellectual father of the co-operative movement in England' ?
When was Dr.William King born?

അരിസ്റ്റോട്ടിലിന്റെ ജനനത്തെക്കുറിച്ചുള്ള താഴെപ്പറയുന്ന പ്രസ്താവനകളിൽ ഏതാണ് ശരി ?

  1. അരിസ്റ്റോട്ടിൽ ജന്മനാ അഥീനിയക്കാരനായിരുന്നു.
  2. അദ്ദേഹം മാസിഡോണിയയ്ക്ക് സമീപമുള്ള സ്റ്റാജിറയിലാണ് ജനിച്ചത്.
  3. അരിസ്റ്റോട്ടിൽ ഏഥൻസിൽ ജനിച്ചു.
    The 'Soura Jalanidhi' scheme was launched by which Indian state?
    The 'Soura Jalanidhi' scheme is primarily focused on which sector?

    In the Managerial Implications table, which management function is listed as 'Problem-solving' under Theory Y?

    Who is responsible for bearing the 100% recurring cost of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) in a completed Jalanidhi scheme?
    What is the minimum capital cost contribution mandated for the user community (Beneficiary Group - BG) in a general Jalanidhi scheme?
    The implementation of the Jalanidhi project significantly strengthened which governance process in Kerala?

    On the Principles of Order and Reality:

    I. The Principle of Order requires a systematic arrangement of materials and personnel according to job requirements.

    II. The Principle of Reality asserts that ideal plans must always be implemented, even if resources are severely lacking.

    III. The process of investigation, foundational to sound decisions, involves collecting and classifying facts.

    Which of the following statements is correct?

    What is the fundamental approach of the Jalanidhi model for rural water supply?

    The Behavioral Approach is characterized as interdisciplinary because:

    I. It draws concepts exclusively from Sociology and Anthropology.

    II. It strives for universal applicability, contrasting with the classical provincial approach.

    III. It emphasizes the informal communication patterns prevalent in organizations.

    Which of the following is correct?

    The Jalanidhi Project is primarily associated with which Indian state?

    David Easton’s premise of Verification is aligned with:

    I. Adopting appropriate methods for data collection and interpretation (Techniques).

    II. Accepting knowledge only if it is derived through systematic, logical reasoning, ignoring empirical testing.

    III. Viewing measurement and manipulation of data as secondary to conceptual generalization.

    Which of the following is correct?

    Mooney and Reiley’s principles include:

    I. Scalar Process, which describes the universal process of coordination through hierarchy.

    II. Functional Differentiation, which emphasizes the division of labor based on place (area).

    III. Line and Staff, recognizing staff’s role in providing specialized advice and information.

    Which of the following is correct?

    Consider the statements regarding the Comparing Managerial Implications under Theory X and Theory Y:

    I. Goal setting under Theory X involves significant subordinate participation.

    II. Leadership style under Theory Y is typically democratic/participative.

    III. Control mechanisms under Theory X are internal and based on self-control.

    Which of the following is correct?

    Who was the prominent leader of the Appiko Movement?
    In what year did the Appiko Movement begin?
    In which Indian state did the Appiko Movement originate?
    What was the primary goal of the Appiko Movement?
    The Singhbhum district, where the movement started, is currently located in which state?
    What type of trees were proposed to replace the sal trees?
    Who were the main leaders or proponents of the Jungle Bachao Andolan?
    During which decade did the Jungle Bachao Andolan take place?
    In which Indian state did the Jungle Bachao Andolan primarily start?
    What was the primary reason for the start of the Jungle Bachao Andolan?
    2025ലെ വയലാർ അവാർഡിന് അർഹനായത് ?

    Argyris's strategies for integrating individual and organizational goals include:
    I. Recommending the Matrix Organization structure to replace rigid superior-subordinate relationships.
    II. Utilizing T-Group Training to enhance the leader’s technical skills rather than interpersonal competence.
    III. Advocating Job Enlargement to foster responsibility and utilize intellectual abilities.

    Which of the following is correct?

    The Fusion Process Theory, developed by Argyris and Bakke, suggests:

    I. The organization seeks self-actualisation, while the individual seeks socialisation.

    II. It describes the simultaneous operation of the personalising and socialising processes.

    III. The individual uses the organization primarily to enforce external control and punishment.

    Which of the following is correct?

    Who was the chairman of the commission appointed to study the Silent Valley issue?
    Which organization was at the forefront of the Silent Valley agitation?
    In what year was the Silent Valley Hydro Project officially abandoned?
    When did the Planning Commission initially approve the construction of the dam?
    Who headed the committee appointed by Charan Singh to study the environmental issues related to the dam?
    Who chaired the task force formed by the National Committee on Environmental Planning and Coordination to study potential environmental problems?
    Who was the Prime Minister that advised the Kerala government to abandon the Silent Valley hydroelectric project?
    Which river was the proposed hydroelectric project planned on?
    In which district did the Save Silent Valley Movement start?
    What does the word "Chipko" mean in the context of the movement?
    In which year did the Chipko Movement begin?
    Besides Sunderlal Bahuguna, who were other prominent leaders of the Chipko Movement?
    Who is considered the main leader of the Chipko Movement?
    Which specific place in Uttarakhand is known as the starting point of the Chipko Movement?
    In which region did the Chipko Movement start?
    What is the Chipko Movement?

    Identify the false statement regarding the Bishnoi Movement:

    1. The Bishnoi Movement started in the 1730s.
    2. Amrita Devi provided leadership for the movement.
    3. The movement's inception was linked to preventing the cutting of trees.
    4. The movement was initiated in the state of Gujarat.

      Which of the following statements accurately describes the Bishnoi Movement?

      1. The Bishnoi Movement originated in Rajasthan.
      2. The movement was primarily led by a king named Sombhaji.
      3. Its main objective was to protect trees from being cut by the king's soldiers.
      4. The movement took place in the 1750s.