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Q1:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

Planning is sometimes considered rigid because:

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Option 3
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Explanation for 2026: 13 May Shift 1 BST question 1

Q2:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

Dravid worked in the advertising unit of Disha Ltd. He is being assigned the task of planning an innovative advertising campaign for their upcoming product designed for youngsters. The sequence of steps he would undertake would be:

(A) He is required to make certain assumptions about the future.

(B) He would set objectives or goals to specify what the organization wants to achieve.

(C) The best plan would be adopted and implemented.

(D) All the alternative courses of action will be identified and evaluated.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 13 May Shift 1 BST question 2

Q4:

2026: 12 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

"A standing plan is used for activities that occur regularly over a period of time". The following is not a standing plan as per the description:

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Option 1
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Explanation for 2026: 12 May Shift 1 BST question 4

Q5:

2026: 12 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

Arrange the following steps in correct order of planning process

(A) Selecting an alternative

(B) Follow-up action

(C) Implementing the plan

(D) Developing premises

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Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 12 May Shift 1 BST question 5

Q6:

2026: 12 May Shift 1

Planning

Medium

A strategy is a comprehensive plan for accomplishing an organisation objectives. A comprehensive plan includes three dimensions. Identify the statement which is not a dimension of strategy:

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Option 2
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Explanation for 2026: 12 May Shift 1 BST question 6

Q7:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Planning

Easy

"A plan is drawn with specific goals to be achieved within a specific time frame and managers may not be in a position to change it." What does this infer?

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Option 4
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Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 2 BST question 7

Q8:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Planning

Medium

Match the LIST-I with LIST-II

LIST-I (Characteristic)LIST-II (Type of Plan)
A.Suitable for non-recurring situationsI. Rule
B.Ensures internal operations are running smoothlyII. Policy
C.General statements that guide towards a directionIII. Single-use Plan
D.Specific statements that do not allow for any flexibilityIV. Standing Plan

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Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 2 BST question 8

Q9:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Planning

Easy

Arrange the following steps in planning process in the correct order:

A. Developing premises

B. Setting objectives

C. Selecting an alternative

D. Evaluating alternative courses

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 2 BST question 9

Q10:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

The correct characteristic feature of Planning is :

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Q11:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

What is the correct sequence of Planning process?

A. Selecting an alternative

B. Identifying & Evaluating alternative courses of action

C. Setting objectives & Developing premises

D. Implementing the plan and Follow up action

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Q12:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Planning

Easy

Identify the type of plan which provides the manner in which a task has to be performed considering the objective.

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Q14:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Planning

Medium

Since planning is an activity, there are certain logical steps for every manager to follow. Identify the correct sequence from the options given below:

  1. Selecting an alternative: This is the real point of decision-making.
  2. Evaluating alternative courses: The next step is to weigh the pros and cons of each alternative. The best plan has to be adopted and implemented.
  3. Follow-up action: Monitoring the plans is equally important to ensure that objectives are achieved.
  4. Implement the plan: This is concerned with putting the plan into action.

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Q16:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Planning

Easy

Which of the following is related to the benefits of Planning?

(A) Planning provides directions

(B) Planning ensures certainty

(C) Planning establishes standards for controlling

(D) Planning facilitates decision making

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Q18:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Planning

Easy

Which of the following is NOT a limitation of planning?

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Q19:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Planning

Medium

Arrange the following steps of the planning process in proper order.

(A) Evaluating alternatives

(B) Setting objectives

(C) Developing premises

(D) Identifying alternatives

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Q20:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Planning

Easy

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
Type of PlanDescription
(A) Strategy(I) It is a statement of expected results expressed in numerical terms.
(B) Policy(II) It is a general statement that guides thinking or channelizes energies.
(C) Rule(III) It provides the broad contours of an organisation's business.
(D) Budget(IV) It is a specific statement that tells what is to be done.

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Q21:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Planning

Easy

Which of the following are the types of plan?

(A) Rule

(B) Policy

(C) Strategy

(D) Vision

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Q22:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Planning

Easy

Which of the following is NOT a step of the process of planning?

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Q23:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Planning

Medium

Which among the following is NOT related with the benefits of planning?

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Q24:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Planning

Medium

Which of the following is NOT a feature of planning?

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Q25:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

In order to cope with the competitors, market leader Maruti adopted new technologies for manufacturing their recent models. Which type of plan is highlighted in the above statement?

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Q26:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

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

(A) Objective setting
(B) Alternative identification
(C) Alternative evaluation
(D) Alternative selection

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Q27:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Planning

Easy

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
Types of planMeaning
(A) Objectives(I) Specific statements that inform what is to be done.
(B) Policy(II) Broad contours of an organization's business.
(C) Strategies(III) Ends that the management seeks to achieve.
(D) Rule(IV) Provides a basis for interpreting the strategy.

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Q28:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Planning

Medium

Which of the following is/are not single-use plans?

(A) Budgets

(B) Rules

(C) Programmes

(D) Projects

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Q29:

2025: 30 May Shift 2

Planning

Easy

Planning at GreenTech Solutions

GreenTech Solutions, a renewable energy startup, wanted to expand its operations into the solar panel market. To achieve this, the management developed a structured planning process using different types of plans.

The company set a five-year goal to become the top solar panel provider in the region. This included a mission to promote sustainable energy and reduce carbon footprints.

To support the strategic goal, the company devised a plan to establish partnerships with suppliers and secure contracts with government and private organizations for solar installations.

The production team outlined daily and weekly targets for manufacturing solar panels, ensuring quality control and timely delivery. The management prepared for potential risks like raw material shortages by securing multiple suppliers and maintaining a reserve inventory.

A detailed budget was created, allocating resources for manufacturing, marketing, and R&D to ensure cost efficiency.

By aligning all types of plans, GreenTech Solutions successfully launched its solar panels, captured a significant market share, and established itself as a leader in the renewable energy sector within three years.

Identify the type of plan not highlighted in the case.

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Q30:

2025: 30 May Shift 2

Planning

Easy

Planning at GreenTech Solutions

GreenTech Solutions, a renewable energy startup, wanted to expand its operations into the solar panel market. To achieve this, the management developed a structured planning process using different types of plans.

The company set a five-year goal to become the top solar panel provider in the region. This included a mission to promote sustainable energy and reduce carbon footprints.

To support the strategic goal, the company devised a plan to establish partnerships with suppliers and secure contracts with government and private organizations for solar installations.

The production team outlined daily and weekly targets for manufacturing solar panels, ensuring quality control and timely delivery. The management prepared for potential risks like raw material shortages by securing multiple suppliers and maintaining a reserve inventory.

A detailed budget was created, allocating resources for manufacturing, marketing, and R&D to ensure cost efficiency.

By aligning all types of plans, GreenTech Solutions successfully launched its solar panels, captured a significant market share, and established itself as a leader in the renewable energy sector within three years.

What is the primary focus of GreenTech's strategic plan?

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