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1.

The management functions which involves influencing, motivating and directing human resources towards the achievement of organisational goals is known as :(a) Leading. (b) Controlling. (c) Planning. (d) Staffing.

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Correct option is (a) Leading.

2.

What lesson do you learn from the life of blacksmith?

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The blacksmith’s life establishes the fact that life is a mixture of hardships, sorrow and happiness. We have to make our fortune from the adverse situations in our life.

3.

What is the blacksmith reminded of when he hears his daughter’s voice singing in the village choir?

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He is reminded of his dead wife.

4.

What words does the poet use to show the strength of the blacksmith?

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Mighty, large and sinewy, brawny arms, iron bands.

5.

Mention one benefit of aristocracy.

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Laws are all – pervasive.

6.

Complete the sentence:i. A company is a creation of law, hence it is called as _________ii. A company which is incorporated under a Special Act is called as _________iii. A company which has only one member is called as ________iv. A listed company must follow the provisions of Companies Act and __________

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i. Legal Person or Artificial Person

ii. Statutory Company

iii. One Person Company

iv. SEBI Guidelines

7.

Describe positive and negative aspects of aristocracy.

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Positive aspect of Aristocracy:

Aristocracy emphasizes on quality instead of number. In this mechanism, state and government are operated on the basis of intellect, quality and culture. This mechanism is positioned between monarchy and democracy. There are ample factory of permanence and control available in it. Every mechanism of governance, regardless of what form it has, has some fraction of aristocracy in it. In this type of administration, laws are found to be all-pervading.

Negative aspect of Aristocracy: 

The most negative aspect of aristocracy is that it is not necessary the every person born in high family or in aristocratic class has the capability to administer well. Human society is not proficient in the art of choosing the best. Hence, in practical terms, aristocracy becomes the administration of the traditional aristocratic class. The common people cannot participate in such an administration, and hence, it remains ‘aloof from political education. This system of administration is against the modern democratic outlook.

8.

Write a word or a term or a phrase that can substitute each of the following statements :(i) A company incorporated outside India.(ii) A company that is not a private company.(iii) A company having no limit on the liability of its member.

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(i) Foreign company

(ii) Public Company

(iii) Unlimited Liability company

9.

Describe the characteristics of Aristocracy.

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Characteristics of aristocracy: 

1. Aristocracy is a blend of democracy and plutocracy. 

2. For the formation of aristocracy, there is necessity and inclusion of three factors, i.e., birth, property and ability. 

3. In this system of governance, law is all pervasive. 

4. In this, state and government are operated on the basis of intellect, virtue and culture. 

5. In this, heredity and experience are emphasised. 

6. According to Plato, this administration is formed of intelligent persons. 

7. The most important factor of aristocracy is plutocracy. 

8. In this, more emphasis is laid on quality in comparison to quantity.

10.

Complete the sentences :(i) A business that is owned and managed by one person is called as ________(ii) A company incorporated outside India, but having a place of business in India is called ________(iii) An organization in which management is based on democratic nature and ‘One member One vote’ is called as _______(iv) A feature of Joint Stock company, by which member can sell shares as and when he desires, called as _______(v) A business organization owned and manages by family members is called ________(vi) A business organization owned and manages by two or more person collectivity is called as ________

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(i) Sole Trading Concern

(ii) Foreign company

(iii) Co-operative society

(iv) transferability of shares

(v) Joint Hindu Family Business

(vi) Partnership firm

11.

Describe the characteristics of dictatorship.

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Characteristics of dictatorship: 

1. Dictatorship is contradictory to democracy, individualism and liberalism. 

2. It believes in violence and conspiracy. 

3. In this mechanism, all powers lie with the state. 

4. It has a single-party. 

5. This supports extreme nationalism. 

6. This restricts activities of opposition. 

7. This mechanism has faith in imperialism and colonialism. 

8. In this type of administration, there is no place for religious freedom. 

9. State is supreme in this system. 

10.There is no distinction between the state, nation, society and administration.

12.

What is dictatorship?

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Dictatorship refers to such an administration of a person or a group of persons who impose their hegemony forcibly on the governance and they use it as per his / their whims and fancies.

13.

How many types of government are there ?

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There are four types of government: 

  • Monarchy 
  • Dictatorship 
  • Aristocracy 
  • Democracy
14.

Government is a word of which language?

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It is an English language word.

15.

Give a critical explanation of Dictatorship.

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Critical analysis of dictatorship: 

1. It is thought to be an impediment in the development and personality of a person. 

2. It is considered fatal to the nation. 

3. This mechanism is regarded to be a symbol of exploitation of the people. 

4. In this type of administration, spirit of social welfare comes to an end. 

5. In this, civic freedom is oppressed. 

6. In this sort of administration, as there is no control on the administrator, there is a strong possibility of the power being misused. 

7. This is supportive to imperialism and extreme nationalism, which is a hindrance in the cause of world peace. 

8. It is an unstable administration. An administration cannot be run for long on basis of violence and oppression.

16.

Which language is the word Aristocracy derived from ?

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Greek language.

17.

Which language is the word ‘dictatorship’ derived from?

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English language.

18.

Define the term Government.

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An institution giving a definite shape to state is called government. By this only, the will of the state is represented, expressed and enforced.

19.

Define Aristocracy.

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Aristocracy is made of two words – Aristos (best) and Kratos (administration), and as such, it stands for ‘Administration of the best persons’. In modern sense, when sovereignty is vested with some persons, then it in called ‘Aristocracy’.

20.

Mention any one quality of the system of ‘dictatorship’ mechanism.

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In dictatorial regime, unity and strength are found in the order of the rules. Meaning of Government, its forms.

21.

What is democracy ? Explain.

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Democracy is such a form of administration, wherein the ultimate power of governance lies with the people and it is used directly or indirectly by the people.

22.

Mention one demerit of aristocracy.

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The biggest demerit of aristocracy is that it is not necessary that every person born in a high profile family has has the capability of administration.

23.

Mention any one demerit of dictatorship.

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In dictatorship, personal liberty is compromised.

24.

Which system of governance is working in India?

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Democracy system of governance is working in India.

25.

Define the term government and its forms.

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Government is one of the four elements (factors) of a state: A human community that inhabits a piece of land, cannot be called a state until there is an organisation in political form. The government is a must for the existence of a state. A state is invisible and so it cannot perform any task. State uses its power of sovereignty through government. A state is a formless institution.

The institution giving it a physical form, is the government. The government decides the form of a state. A government has many forms and among them, monarchy, aristocracy, dictatorship and democracy are the main ones. In legal terms, any form of the government can be adopted, but at present, democracy is considered as the best system of governance.

26.

Which of the following Empires was a South American Empire? A) The Inca EmpireB) The Aztec Empire C) The Ming Empire D) The Ottoman Empire

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A) The Inca Empire

27.

Mention one important benefit of democracy.

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There develops political awareness in people.

28.

Mention one major demerit of democracy.

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The decision-making process is prolonged in a democratic set up.

29.

Define democracy as per Abraham Lincoln.

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According to Abraham Lincoln, “Democracy is a government of the people, by the people and for the people.”

30.

Which of the following was the first country to establish colonies in the American continent? A) France B) England C) Spain D) Portugal

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England was the first country to establish colonies in the American continent.

31.

Mention four forms of democracy in present time.

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  • Political democracy 
  • Social democracy 
  • Economic democracy 
  • Religious democracy
32.

Do you know anybody who is doing Yog regularly? Discuss about his/her health.

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Yes, I know an uncle in our society who does Yog regularly. He had some problems like backache, knee ache, etc. before he joined Yog. But after joining Yog, within a few weeks, he had no complaints. He seems to be energetic. He goes for regular walk and spares almost two hours for Yog everyday. He also motivates others to join Yog.

33.

What is remarkable about Yog – as a science of life ?

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Yog is a time-trusted technique for physical, mental and spiritual development. It teaches us how to live healthy and happy. It  is a holistic exercise that provides physical, mental as well as spiritual benefits. Yog has the capacity to bring about fundamental transformation in the individual.

34.

How would you use this information on Yog for improving your health ?

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Yog provides work-out for our muscles. It benefits joints, ligaments and the skeletal system by improving flexibility and balance. It is good for the heart and stimulates the cardiovascular system. It is good for the digestive system, the nervous system and supports respiratory system. It enables the various endocrinal glands to function properly and reduces tension and anxiety.

35.

What does democracy teach?

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Democracy teaches us tolerance and sacrifice.

36.

A present, where is direct democracy established?

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At present, direct democracy is in operation in some cantons of Switzerland.

37.

Direct democracy is related to: (a) Switzerland (b) India (c) China (d) Nepal

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(a) Switzerland

38.

Factorize:y3 +125

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y3 +53

(y+5)(y2-5y+52)

(y+5)(y2-5y+25)

y3 +125 = (y+5) (y2-5y +25)

39.

To prove Newton’s third law of motions the required apparatus are A) two weights B) two test tubes C) two scales D) two spring balances

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D) two spring balances

40.

An example for a tree that grow in less rain region. i) Maddi, Teak ii) Velaga, Aegisa iii) Yepi.Tuniki iv) Billu, Vepa, Dirisena A) i, ii B) ii, iii C) iii, ivD) i, ii, iii, iv

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(D) i, ii, iii, iv

41.

How to save a document as Word 97-2003?

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Steps to save a document as a Word 97-2003 are as follows: 

(a)  Step 1:  Click the Microsoft Office button

(b)  Step 2:  Select Save As —> Word 97-2003 Document. The Save As dialog box will appear. 

(c)  Step 3:  Select the location, where you want to save a document using the drop down menu.

(d)  Step 4:  Enter a name for the document in File name: box. 

(e)  Step 5:  Click the Save button.

42.

How to save a document as a PDF document?

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Steps to save a document as PDF or XPS are as follows: 

(a)  Step 1:  Download the PDF extension 

1. Click the Microsoft Office button. 

2. Select Save As —> Find add-ins for other file formats. This will open your web browser to the Microsoft site. 

3. Follow the given instructions on the Microsoft site for downloading the PDF extension. 

(b)  Step 2:  Click the Microsoft Office button. 

(c)  Step 3:  Select Save As —> PDF or XPS. The Publish as PDF or XPS dialog box will appear. 

(d)  Step 4:  Select the location, where you want to save the document using the drop down menu. 

(e)  Step 5:  Enter the name of the document in File name: box. 

(f) Step 6:  Click the Publish button.

43.

Before this rule tribals treated forests as their own property. A) Kings B) Nizam of Hyderabad C) British rule D) None

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(C) British rule

44.

In the name of forest conservation, large scale evictions occurred in the A) 1910 B) 1920 C) 1930 D) 1940

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In the name of forest conservation, large scale evictions occurred in the 1920

45.

What was the impact of the Khalsa on Bhim Chand, the king of Bilaspur?

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The Raja of Bilaspur, Bhim Chand was horrified due to the creation of the Khalsa. He made alliances with other Hill Chiefs against the Khalsa.

46.

Knitted gannent production is concentrated in ……(a) Coimbatore (b) Tiruppur(c) Erode (d) Karur

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Knitted gannent production is concentrated in Tiruppur.

47.

Which of the following is wrongly matched? (a) Gateway of Tamil Nadu – Thoothukudi (b) Home textile city – Erode (c) Steel city – Salem (d) Pump city – Coimbatore

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(b) Home textile city – Erode

48.

Which of the following cities does not have international airport? (a) Madurai(b) Tiruchirappalli (c) Paramakudi (d) Coimbatore

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(c) Paramakudi

49.

TN tops in the production of the following crops except ……(a) Banana (b) Coconut (c) Plantation crops (d) Cardamom

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TN tops in the production of the following crops except Cardamom.

50.

Who started the sons ‘Vedalipo Thelladora Vedalipo? A) Komaram Bheem B) Rajayya C) Rangaiah D) Chandrayya

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Answer is (C) Rangaiah