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Q1:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

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Easy

What is the correct sequence of Maslow's Need Hierarchy Theory starting from basic to highest level of needs?

A. Affiliation/ Belongingness needs

B. Self Actualization Needs

C. Basic Physiological Needs

D. Esteem Needs

E. Safety/Security Needs

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 1 BST question 1

Q2:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

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Easy

Rashmi Joshi had been a district sales manager with Fine Productions for ten years. She was recognised by her peers and supervisors as a person who managed department in a good way. However, everyone realised that Rashmi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. When the marketing manager retired, Rashmi applied for the position. The company decided to do a thorough search because of the responsibility and importance associated with the position. When the search was concluded, the decision was made to fill the position by a person from outside the company. The consensus of top management was that Rashmi, although a good district sales manager might have difficulties in working with her new peer groups. They felt that she might displease the other managers if she tried to take credit for their work and, as a result, their performance would suffer. Rashmi was heart-broken. She had wanted that particular job for a long time and had dedicated all her energies towards obtaining it. She became very despondent and her work deteriorated. The department functioned inspite of her, not because of her. Decisions were made slowly if at all and she began to be late with her sales reports. Although her sales staff continued to be productive, Rashmi could not take the credit. When the new marketing manager took over, one of the first major problems that he confronted was how to motivate and inspire Rashmi to her former level of performance. He recognised that Rashmi had been with the company for a long time, but something had to be done to motivate her to perform really well. Therefore he decided to transfer some of his authority to Rashmi. For motivating her and simultaneously achieving efficient functioning of the department.

What was the biggest challenge for the new marketing manager when he joined the team?

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Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 1 BST question 2

Q3:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

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Easy

Rashmi Joshi had been a district sales manager with Fine Productions for ten years. She was recognised by her peers and supervisors as a person who managed department in a good way. However, everyone realised that Rashmi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. When the marketing manager retired, Rashmi applied for the position. The company decided to do a thorough search because of the responsibility and importance associated with the position. When the search was concluded, the decision was made to fill the position by a person from outside the company. The consensus of top management was that Rashmi, although a good district sales manager might have difficulties in working with her new peer groups. They felt that she might displease the other managers if she tried to take credit for their work and, as a result, their performance would suffer. Rashmi was heart-broken. She had wanted that particular job for a long time and had dedicated all her energies towards obtaining it. She became very despondent and her work deteriorated. The department functioned inspite of her, not because of her. Decisions were made slowly if at all and she began to be late with her sales reports. Although her sales staff continued to be productive, Rashmi could not take the credit. When the new marketing manager took over, one of the first major problems that he confronted was how to motivate and inspire Rashmi to her former level of performance. He recognised that Rashmi had been with the company for a long time, but something had to be done to motivate her to perform really well. Therefore he decided to transfer some of his authority to Rashmi. For motivating her and simultaneously achieving efficient functioning of the department.

According to above case study, what exactly was the consensus of top management for Rashmi when they were deciding to fill the position of Marketing Manager?

Answer options
Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 1 BST question 3

Q4:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

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Easy

Rashmi Joshi had been a district sales manager with Fine Productions for ten years. She was recognised by her peers and supervisors as a person who managed department in a good way. However, everyone realised that Rashmi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. When the marketing manager retired, Rashmi applied for the position. The company decided to do a thorough search because of the responsibility and importance associated with the position. When the search was concluded, the decision was made to fill the position by a person from outside the company. The consensus of top management was that Rashmi, although a good district sales manager might have difficulties in working with her new peer groups. They felt that she might displease the other managers if she tried to take credit for their work and, as a result, their performance would suffer. Rashmi was heart-broken. She had wanted that particular job for a long time and had dedicated all her energies towards obtaining it. She became very despondent and her work deteriorated. The department functioned inspite of her, not because of her. Decisions were made slowly if at all and she began to be late with her sales reports. Although her sales staff continued to be productive, Rashmi could not take the credit. When the new marketing manager took over, one of the first major problems that he confronted was how to motivate and inspire Rashmi to her former level of performance. He recognised that Rashmi had been with the company for a long time, but something had to be done to motivate her to perform really well. Therefore he decided to transfer some of his authority to Rashmi. For motivating her and simultaneously achieving efficient functioning of the department.

What happened to Rashmi's performance when she was not selected for the position of Marketing Manager?

Answer options
Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 1 BST question 4

Q5:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Rashmi Joshi had been a district sales manager with Fine Productions for ten years. She was recognised by her peers and supervisors as a person who managed department in a good way. However, everyone realised that Rashmi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. When the marketing manager retired, Rashmi applied for the position. The company decided to do a thorough search because of the responsibility and importance associated with the position. When the search was concluded, the decision was made to fill the position by a person from outside the company. The consensus of top management was that Rashmi, although a good district sales manager might have difficulties in working with her new peer groups. They felt that she might displease the other managers if she tried to take credit for their work and, as a result, their performance would suffer. Rashmi was heart-broken. She had wanted that particular job for a long time and had dedicated all her energies towards obtaining it. She became very despondent and her work deteriorated. The department functioned inspite of her, not because of her. Decisions were made slowly if at all and she began to be late with her sales reports. Although her sales staff continued to be productive, Rashmi could not take the credit. When the new marketing manager took over, one of the first major problems that he confronted was how to motivate and inspire Rashmi to her former level of performance. He recognised that Rashmi had been with the company for a long time, but something had to be done to motivate her to perform really well. Therefore he decided to transfer some of his authority to Rashmi. For motivating her and simultaneously achieving efficient functioning of the department.

What kind of impression Rashmi had with her existing team working as District Sales Manager?

Answer options
Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 1 BST question 5

Q6:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Rashmi Joshi had been a district sales manager with Fine Productions for ten years. She was recognised by her peers and supervisors as a person who managed department in a good way. However, everyone realised that Rashmi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. When the marketing manager retired, Rashmi applied for the position. The company decided to do a thorough search because of the responsibility and importance associated with the position. When the search was concluded, the decision was made to fill the position by a person from outside the company. The consensus of top management was that Rashmi, although a good district sales manager might have difficulties in working with her new peer groups. They felt that she might displease the other managers if she tried to take credit for their work and, as a result, their performance would suffer. Rashmi was heart-broken. She had wanted that particular job for a long time and had dedicated all her energies towards obtaining it. She became very despondent and her work deteriorated. The department functioned inspite of her, not because of her. Decisions were made slowly if at all and she began to be late with her sales reports. Although her sales staff continued to be productive, Rashmi could not take the credit. When the new marketing manager took over, one of the first major problems that he confronted was how to motivate and inspire Rashmi to her former level of performance. He recognised that Rashmi had been with the company for a long time, but something had to be done to motivate her to perform really well. Therefore he decided to transfer some of his authority to Rashmi. For motivating her and simultaneously achieving efficient functioning of the department.

Despite her behavior of taking her team's credit, how did the new Marketing Manager supported Rashmi?

Answer options
Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 1 BST question 6

Q7:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
Elements of CommunicationNature
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(A) Media(I) The path through which the encoded message is transmitted to the receiver.
(B) Decoding(II) All those actions of the receiver indicating that he has received and understood the message from the sender.
(C) Feedback(III) The process of converting encoded symbols of the sender.
(D) Noise(IV) Hindrance to communication.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer options
Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 3 June Shift 2 BST question 7

Q8:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

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Easy

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
AspectsType of needs
(A) Stability of income(I) Safety/Security Needs
(B) Hunger & thirst(II) Physiological Needs
(C) Self-respect & autonomy(III) Affiliation/Belonging Needs
(D) Acceptance and friendship(IV) Esteem Needs

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer options
Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 3 June Shift 2 BST question 8

Q9:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

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Medium

A good manager __________ through praise and criticism in such a way that it brings out the best in the employee.

Answer options
Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2025: 3 June Shift 2 BST question 9

Q10:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Everyone realised that Kalyani Joshi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. For Adarsh, the general manager, providing good and effective direction is a challenging task as it involves many complexities. Adarsh, the general manager, has to deal with people like Kalyani Joshi with diverse backgrounds and expectations. This complicates the directing process. Adarsh is of the viewpoint that directing techniques must help every individual in the organisation to contribute to his maximum for achievement of organisational objectives. Adarsh holds a convincing thought that employee rewards and work efficiency are complimentary to each other. Adarsh ensured that every person in his organisation should receive instructions from one superior only. Adarsh also ensured that appropriate motivational and leadership techniques should be used while directing the people based on subordinate needs, capabilities, attitudes and other situational variables. Adarsh tried to maintain effective managerial contact across all the levels in the organisation, making direction effective. He conveyed clear instructions to create total understanding to subordinates.

"Adarsh is of the viewpoint that directing techniques must help every individual in the organisation to contribute to his maximum for achievement of organisational objectives". Which of the following guiding principles of directing has been highlighted in the aforesaid statement?

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Q11:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Everyone realised that Kalyani Joshi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. For Adarsh, the general manager, providing good and effective direction is a challenging task as it involves many complexities. Adarsh, the general manager, has to deal with people like Kalyani Joshi with diverse backgrounds and expectations. This complicates the directing process. Adarsh is of the viewpoint that directing techniques must help every individual in the organisation to contribute to his maximum for achievement of organisational objectives. Adarsh holds a convincing thought that employee rewards and work efficiency are complimentary to each other. Adarsh ensured that every person in his organisation should receive instructions from one superior only. Adarsh also ensured that appropriate motivational and leadership techniques should be used while directing the people based on subordinate needs, capabilities, attitudes and other situational variables. Adarsh tried to maintain effective managerial contact across all the levels in the organisation, making direction effective. He conveyed clear instructions to create total understanding to subordinates.

"Adarsh tried to maintain effective managerial contact across all the levels in the organisation, making direction effective. He conveyed clear instructions to create total understanding to subordinates". Which of the following guiding principles of directing has been highlighted in the aforesaid statement?

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Q12:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Everyone realised that Kalyani Joshi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. For Adarsh, the general manager, providing good and effective direction is a challenging task as it involves many complexities. Adarsh, the general manager, has to deal with people like Kalyani Joshi with diverse backgrounds and expectations. This complicates the directing process. Adarsh is of the viewpoint that directing techniques must help every individual in the organisation to contribute to his maximum for achievement of organisational objectives. Adarsh holds a convincing thought that employee rewards and work efficiency are complimentary to each other. Adarsh ensured that every person in his organisation should receive instructions from one superior only. Adarsh also ensured that appropriate motivational and leadership techniques should be used while directing the people based on subordinate needs, capabilities, attitudes and other situational variables. Adarsh tried to maintain effective managerial contact across all the levels in the organisation, making direction effective. He conveyed clear instructions to create total understanding to subordinates.

"Adarsh holds a convincing thought that employee rewards and work efficiency are complimentary to each other". Which of the following guiding principles of directing has been highlighted in the aforesaid statement?

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Q13:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Everyone realised that Kalyani Joshi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. For Adarsh, the general manager, providing good and effective direction is a challenging task as it involves many complexities. Adarsh, the general manager, has to deal with people like Kalyani Joshi with diverse backgrounds and expectations. This complicates the directing process. Adarsh is of the viewpoint that directing techniques must help every individual in the organisation to contribute to his maximum for achievement of organisational objectives. Adarsh holds a convincing thought that employee rewards and work efficiency are complimentary to each other. Adarsh ensured that every person in his organisation should receive instructions from one superior only. Adarsh also ensured that appropriate motivational and leadership techniques should be used while directing the people based on subordinate needs, capabilities, attitudes and other situational variables. Adarsh tried to maintain effective managerial contact across all the levels in the organisation, making direction effective. He conveyed clear instructions to create total understanding to subordinates.

"Adarsh ensured that every person in his organisation should receive instructions from one superior only". Which of the following guiding principles of directing has been highlighted in the aforesaid statement?

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Q14:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Everyone realised that Kalyani Joshi was extremely ambitious and was seeking a higher-level management position. When one of her sales representatives did a good job, she would attempt to take the credit. However, if a problem arose, she thought it was not her fault. For Adarsh, the general manager, providing good and effective direction is a challenging task as it involves many complexities. Adarsh, the general manager, has to deal with people like Kalyani Joshi with diverse backgrounds and expectations. This complicates the directing process. Adarsh is of the viewpoint that directing techniques must help every individual in the organisation to contribute to his maximum for achievement of organisational objectives. Adarsh holds a convincing thought that employee rewards and work efficiency are complimentary to each other. Adarsh ensured that every person in his organisation should receive instructions from one superior only. Adarsh also ensured that appropriate motivational and leadership techniques should be used while directing the people based on subordinate needs, capabilities, attitudes and other situational variables. Adarsh tried to maintain effective managerial contact across all the levels in the organisation, making direction effective. He conveyed clear instructions to create total understanding to subordinates.

"Adarsh ensured that proper motivational and leadership techniques should be used while directing the people based on subordinate needs, capabilities, attitudes and other situational variables". Which of the following guiding principles of directing has been highlighted in the aforesaid statement?

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Q15:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Arrange the following needs in correct order as per Maslow's Need Hierarchy Theory.

(A) Esteem needs

(B) Affiliation needs

(C) Safety needs

(D) Physiological needs

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q16:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Which principle of directing states that "mere giving of an order is not sufficient"?

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Q17:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Which of the following is NOT related to the process of directing people in the organization?

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Q18:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Identify the correct sequence of communication process.

(A) Media

(B) Sender

(C) Message

(D) Encoding

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q19:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Directing

Medium

Which of the following does not relate with the guiding principles of directing process?

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Q20:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Which of the following does not relate to the features of leadership?

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Q21:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Arrange the following elements of the communication process in a logical sequence.

(A) Receiver

(B) Encoding

(C) Media

(D) Decoding

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Q22:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Which among the following is NOT a point of the importance of communication in management?

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Q23:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Which of the following are the guiding principles of directing?

(A) Managerial communication

(B) Unity of Command

(C) Use of informal organisation

(D) Follow through

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q24:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
NeedExample
(A) Basic Physiological Needs(I) Friends and neighbours
(B) Belongingness Needs(II) Shelter and meal
(C) Self Actualisation Needs(III) Earning Stability
(D) Safety(IV) Fulfillment of a long-cherished dream

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q25:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Arrange the following steps of the communication process in the correct sequence:

(A) Receiver

(B) Decoding

(C) Encoding

(D) Message

Choose the correct answer from the options given below

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Q26:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Directing

Easy

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
Financial/Non-Financial IncentivesExamples
(A) Job Enrichment(I) Autonomy and powers to subordinates
(B) Retirement benefits(II) Gratuity
(C) Employee Empowerment(III) Preparing a greater variety of work content
(D) Bonus(IV) Additional incentives over and above the salary/wages.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q27:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Directing

Easy

"Involving employees in decision making of the issues related to them". Identify the type of incentive discussed in the aforesaid statement?

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Q28:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Directing

Medium

The production foreman, a native of South India, got transferred to a city in North India. His words, tone and accent could not be understood by the shop floor workers. Identify the category of communication barrier discussed here?

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Q29:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Directing

Medium

Which of the following is not included in semantic barriers to communication?

(A) Un-clarified assumptions

(B) Distrust

(C) Poor retention

(D) Technical jargon

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Q30:

2025: 30 May Shift 2

Directing

Easy

Q.4

______ can be understood as the process of guiding the efforts of employees and other resources to accomplish the desired objectives by overseeing what is being done by subordinates.

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