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Q1:

2026: 13 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Medium

Match List-I with List-II:

List-I (Principles)List-II (Explanation)
(A) Cooperation, Not Individualism(I) Equal opportunities are available for everyone
(B) Discipline(II) Extension of the principle of 'Harmony not Discord'
(C) Order(III) Requires good superiors at all levels
(D) Equity(IV) People must be in suitable places at the appropriate time

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Option 4
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 13 May Shift 2 BST question 1

Q2:

2026: 13 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

The nature of Principles of Management is summarized by:

(A) They are intended to establish a relationship between cause and effect.

(B) Their application is contingent upon the prevailing situation at a particular point of time.

(C) They provide ready-made, straitjacket solutions to all managerial problems.

(D) The principles of management are formed by experience and collective wisdom of managers as well as experimentation.

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Option 1
Correct Answer
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Q3:

2026: 13 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

In the absence of an established theory of factory organisation, factory owners or managers relied on personal judgement in attending to the problems they confronted in the course of managing their work. This is referred to as _________

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Option 3
Correct Answer
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Q4:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Medium

F.W. Taylor was prompted to suggest functional foremanship through eight specialists. They are

(A) Inspection clerk

(B) Route clerk

(C) Discipline and speed clerk

(D) Time and cost clerk

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Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 13 May Shift 1 BST question 4

Q5:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

"For greater productivity, work should be divided into small tasks and each employee should be trained to perform his/her specialized job. This principle is applicable to a government office where there is a diary/dispatch clerk whose job is to receive and send mail or documents, a data entry operator whose task is to input data on the computer, a peon and an officer etc". Identify the nature of Principles of Management:

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Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 13 May Shift 1 BST question 5

Q6:

2026: 13 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Medium

Match List-I with List-II:

List-I (Scientific Principles)List-II (Explanation)
(A) Harmony, Not Discord(I) Scientific method involved investigation of traditional methods through work-study, unifying the best practices and developing a standard method.
(B) Development of Each and Every Person to His or Her Greatest Efficiency and Prosperity(II) Management should not close its ears to any constructive suggestions made by the employees.
(C) Science not Rule of Thumb(III) Prosperity for the employer cannot exist for a long time unless it is accompanied by prosperity for the employees and vice versa'.
(D) Cooperation, Not Individualism(IV) Each person should be scientifically selected, and the work assigned should suit her/his physical, mental and intellectual capabilities.

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Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 13 May Shift 1 BST question 6

Q7:

2026: 12 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

Management at Tata Steel

Founded in 1868, by Jamsetji Nusserwanji ,Tata the Tata Group is a global business conglomerate operating in over 100 countries across 5 continents. His strong sense of values and spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship are a legacy that continues to guide Tata companies till date. He had four goals in life: setting up an iron and steel company, a world-class learning institution, a unique hotel and a hydro-electric plant. Only the hotel became a reality during his lifetime, with the inauguration of the Taj Mahal Hotel at Colaba waterfront in Mumbai on 3 December 1903 at the cost of 11 million (worth 11 billion in 2015 prices). At that time it was the only hotel in India to have electricity. He believed that satisfied workers create satisfied workforce and in lieu to this principle he paid all his workers gratuity, provident fund well before it was made mandatory. His management skills were clearly evident when minute details were chalked in planning and building the entire city of Jamshedpur. The values and principles that have governed the business for a century are enshrined in the Tata Code of Conduct (TCOC). From an early foray into steel and automobiles, to staying abreast of the latest technologies, the Tata Group today has 29 publicly-listed Tata enterprises, which include Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Power, Tata Chemicals, Tata Global Beverages, Tata Teleservices, Titan, Tata Communications and Indian Hotels. The group has a combined market capitalisation of around $103.51bn (2016-17). Tata has a strong sense of social responsibility. They balance economic prosperity, environmental responsibility and social benefits for the community. In India, they are a partner in progress with Odisha, and believe in taking its stakeholders forward in its journey of growth. Tata Steel Thailand is one of the first 30 companies that joined UNICEF in Child Friendly Business in "The Children Sustainability Forum" to make a commitment in protecting children's rights. Tata Steel Europe's Community Partnership Programme- 'Future Generations', with sub-themes of education, environment, health and Well-being works across the UK, assisting job and wealth creation by supporting small and medium businesses with finance and business premises. They also play a constructive role in addressing climate change – both by reducing carbon footprint, and by creating high performance steels that lead to fuel-efficient vehicles and energy-efficient buildings. Their Environmental Management Systems meet the ISO 14001 standards at all of their main manufacturing sites. Shaped by a lineage of sound and straightforward business principles, the Tata Group is built on a foundation of trust and transparency. Building such huge enterprises, sustaining and running them profitably are possible only through effective and efficient management and co-ordination at all levels.

"He believed that satisfied workers create satisfied workforce and in lieu to this principle he paid all his workers gratuity, provident fund well before it was made mandatory". The management principle highlighted in the statement is:

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Option 2
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 12 May Shift 1 BST question 7

Q8:

2026: 12 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Hard

Management at Tata Steel

Founded in 1868, by Jamsetji Nusserwanji ,Tata the Tata Group is a global business conglomerate operating in over 100 countries across 5 continents. His strong sense of values and spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship are a legacy that continues to guide Tata companies till date. He had four goals in life: setting up an iron and steel company, a world-class learning institution, a unique hotel and a hydro-electric plant. Only the hotel became a reality during his lifetime, with the inauguration of the Taj Mahal Hotel at Colaba waterfront in Mumbai on 3 December 1903 at the cost of 11 million (worth 11 billion in 2015 prices). At that time it was the only hotel in India to have electricity. He believed that satisfied workers create satisfied workforce and in lieu to this principle he paid all his workers gratuity, provident fund well before it was made mandatory. His management skills were clearly evident when minute details were chalked in planning and building the entire city of Jamshedpur. The values and principles that have governed the business for a century are enshrined in the Tata Code of Conduct (TCOC). From an early foray into steel and automobiles, to staying abreast of the latest technologies, the Tata Group today has 29 publicly-listed Tata enterprises, which include Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Power, Tata Chemicals, Tata Global Beverages, Tata Teleservices, Titan, Tata Communications and Indian Hotels. The group has a combined market capitalisation of around $103.51bn (2016-17). Tata has a strong sense of social responsibility. They balance economic prosperity, environmental responsibility and social benefits for the community. In India, they are a partner in progress with Odisha, and believe in taking its stakeholders forward in its journey of growth. Tata Steel Thailand is one of the first 30 companies that joined UNICEF in Child Friendly Business in "The Children Sustainability Forum" to make a commitment in protecting children's rights. Tata Steel Europe's Community Partnership Programme- 'Future Generations', with sub-themes of education, environment, health and Well-being works across the UK, assisting job and wealth creation by supporting small and medium businesses with finance and business premises. They also play a constructive role in addressing climate change – both by reducing carbon footprint, and by creating high performance steels that lead to fuel-efficient vehicles and energy-efficient buildings. Their Environmental Management Systems meet the ISO 14001 standards at all of their main manufacturing sites. Shaped by a lineage of sound and straightforward business principles, the Tata Group is built on a foundation of trust and transparency. Building such huge enterprises, sustaining and running them profitably are possible only through effective and efficient management and co-ordination at all levels.

Which of the following principles of management are not discussed here in passage:

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Option 3
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 12 May Shift 1 BST question 8

Q9:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

"One subordinate should receive orders from and should be responsible to only one superior" refers to the principle:

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Option 1
Correct Answer
Explanation for 2026: 11 May Shift 2 BST question 9

Q10:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Medium

"Science, Not Rule of Thumb" principle is related to following:

A. Applying the trial and error approach as per manager's expertise when a problem occurs.

B. There is only one best way to maximize efficiency.

C. Investigate traditional methods by work-study.

D. Developing the standard method.

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Q11:

2026: 11 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Hard

The Differential piece wage system must be based on the premise that___________

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Q12:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

The technique of Scientific management provided by Taylor which explains that the workers can be classified as efficient or inefficient on the basis of standards is :

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Q13:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

Match the LIST-I with LIST-II

LIST-I (Principles of Management)LIST-II (Explanation)
A. Unity of CommandI. All the units of an organisation should be moving towards the same objectives through coordinated and focussed efforts
B. Unity of DirectionII. One and only one boss for every individual employee
C. EquityIII. Employees should be treated as fairly as possible
D. OrderIV. People and materials must be in suitable places at appropriate time for maximum efficiency

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Q14:

2026: 11 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

The principles of management given by Henri Fayol are:

A. Division of Work

B. Standardization and simplification of work

C. Authority and Responsibility

D. Scalar Chain

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Q15:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Principles of Management

Medium

"A manager can leave routine decision-making to his subordinates and deal with exceptional situations which require her/his expertise by following the principles of delegation". Identify the significance of the management principle highlighted in the aforesaid statement.

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Q16:

2025: 3 June Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

"According to Taylor, there should be an almost equal division of work and responsibility between workers and management. All day long, the management should work almost side by side with the workers helping, encouraging and smoothing the way for them". Identify the principle of scientific management highlighted in the aforesaid statement.

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Q17:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

Which of the following is NOT related to the significance of Principles of Management?

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Q18:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Principles of Management

Medium

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
Principles of Scientific ManagementExplanation
(A) Science not Rule of Thumb(I) Use of the method of scientific inquiry into the domain of management practice.
(B) Harmony, Not Discord(II) No conflict between managers and workers.
(C) Cooperation, Not Individualism(III) Industrial efficiency depends to a large extent on personnel competencies.
(D) Development of Each and Every person to his or her greatest efficiency and prosperity(IV) There should be an equal division of work and responsibility between workers and management.

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Q19:

2025: 3 June Shift 1

Principles of Management

Medium

Which of the following principles are related to scientific management?

(A) Science not Rule of Thumb

(B) Development of Each and Every Person to His or Her Greatest Efficiency and Prosperity

(C) Unity of Command

(D) Cooperation, Not Individualism

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Q20:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Principles of Management

Medium

Which among the following does NOT relate with the nature of principles of management?

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Q21:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

Which of the following represents the scientific principles of F W Taylor?

(A) Science, not rule of thumb

(B) Harmony, not discord

(C) Cooperation, not individualism

(D) Development of each and every person to his/her greatest efficiency and prosperity.

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Q22:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

Which of the following points summarise the nature of principles of management?

(A) Universal applicability

(B) Rigidity

(C) Contingent

(D) Mainly behavioral

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Q23:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
PrincipleDescription
(A) Order(I) A chain of authority and communication should be in place.
(B) Equity(II) People and materials must be in suitable places at appropriate time for maximum efficiency.
(C) Discipline(III) Employees should be treated as fairly as possible.
(D) Scalar Chain(IV) Obedience to organisational rules and employment agreement.

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Q24:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

Ashima completed her MBA from Sriram college in Delhi. She wanted to expand her family business of bakery products chain named 'Anmol bakers'. She was very influenced by the Principles and Techniques of Scientific Management, and she wanted to apply them in her business expansion.

Her main objective was to reduce the costs with increased output. To begin with, she wanted to develop a standard method which would be followed throughout the organization. So, she investigated traditional methods through work study and unified the best practices. The standard method, i.e. the best way of doing the job was then developed, taking into consideration all parameters right from the availability of raw materials till the final delivery to the customers. Ashima also believed that the employees in the organization should be scientifically selected and that adequate training for the employees should also be given to increase their efficiency. For this, she set up a training unit named 'Perfectionists' in Sonipat where employees were given the required training to increase their efficiency and learn the best method. At the factory, the ingredients making up bakery products were strategically placed to reduce the time taken for excess movements. The standard time and other parameters were determined on the basis of work study and Ashima rewarded the employees for meeting the standard output.

Now, 'Anmol Bakers' has standardized processes, raw materials, time, machinery, product and working conditions that ensure the food they deliver to their customers has the same high standard of excellence and level of quality in every chain or franchise.

The application of Scientific Management to every aspect of the bakery's operation led to 'Anmol Bakers' being widely successful.

"Ashima rewarded the employees for meeting the standard output". Identify the technique of scientific management which is followed in this statement?

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Q25:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

Ashima completed her MBA from Sriram college in Delhi. She wanted to expand her family business of bakery products chain named 'Anmol bakers'. She was very influenced by the Principles and Techniques of Scientific Management, and she wanted to apply them in her business expansion.

Her main objective was to reduce the costs with increased output. To begin with, she wanted to develop a standard method which would be followed throughout the organization. So, she investigated traditional methods through work study and unified the best practices. The standard method, i.e. the best way of doing the job was then developed, taking into consideration all parameters right from the availability of raw materials till the final delivery to the customers. Ashima also believed that the employees in the organization should be scientifically selected and that adequate training for the employees should also be given to increase their efficiency. For this, she set up a training unit named 'Perfectionists' in Sonipat where employees were given the required training to increase their efficiency and learn the best method. At the factory, the ingredients making up bakery products were strategically placed to reduce the time taken for excess movements. The standard time and other parameters were determined on the basis of work study and Ashima rewarded the employees for meeting the standard output.

Now, 'Anmol Bakers' has standardized processes, raw materials, time, machinery, product and working conditions that ensure the food they deliver to their customers has the same high standard of excellence and level of quality in every chain or franchise.

The application of Scientific Management to every aspect of the bakery's operation led to 'Anmol Bakers' being widely successful.

"Anmol Bakers' has defined processes that ensure the food they deliver to their customers has the same level of quality in every chain or franchise". Which of the following technique of scientific management is stated here?

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Q26:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

Ashima completed her MBA from Sriram college in Delhi. She wanted to expand her family business of bakery products chain named 'Anmol bakers'. She was very influenced by the Principles and Techniques of Scientific Management, and she wanted to apply them in her business expansion.

Her main objective was to reduce the costs with increased output. To begin with, she wanted to develop a standard method which would be followed throughout the organization. So, she investigated traditional methods through work study and unified the best practices. The standard method, i.e. the best way of doing the job was then developed, taking into consideration all parameters right from the availability of raw materials till the final delivery to the customers. Ashima also believed that the employees in the organization should be scientifically selected and that adequate training for the employees should also be given to increase their efficiency. For this, she set up a training unit named 'Perfectionists' in Sonipat where employees were given the required training to increase their efficiency and learn the best method. At the factory, the ingredients making up bakery products were strategically placed to reduce the time taken for excess movements. The standard time and other parameters were determined on the basis of work study and Ashima rewarded the employees for meeting the standard output.

Now, 'Anmol Bakers' has standardized processes, raw materials, time, machinery, product and working conditions that ensure the food they deliver to their customers has the same high standard of excellence and level of quality in every chain or franchise.

The application of Scientific Management to every aspect of the bakery's operation led to 'Anmol Bakers' being widely successful.

"The standard method was developed taking into consideration all parameters". Which of the following technique of scientific management is highlighted in this statement?

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Q27:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Medium

Ashima completed her MBA from Sriram college in Delhi. She wanted to expand her family business of bakery products chain named 'Anmol bakers'. She was very influenced by the Principles and Techniques of Scientific Management, and she wanted to apply them in her business expansion.

Her main objective was to reduce the costs with increased output. To begin with, she wanted to develop a standard method which would be followed throughout the organization. So, she investigated traditional methods through work study and unified the best practices. The standard method, i.e. the best way of doing the job was then developed, taking into consideration all parameters right from the availability of raw materials till the final delivery to the customers. Ashima also believed that the employees in the organization should be scientifically selected and that adequate training for the employees should also be given to increase their efficiency. For this, she set up a training unit named 'Perfectionists' in Sonipat where employees were given the required training to increase their efficiency and learn the best method. At the factory, the ingredients making up bakery products were strategically placed to reduce the time taken for excess movements. The standard time and other parameters were determined on the basis of work study and Ashima rewarded the employees for meeting the standard output.

Now, 'Anmol Bakers' has standardized processes, raw materials, time, machinery, product and working conditions that ensure the food they deliver to their customers has the same high standard of excellence and level of quality in every chain or franchise.

The application of Scientific Management to every aspect of the bakery's operation led to 'Anmol Bakers' being widely successful.

"Ashima believed that the employees should be scientifically selected and adequate training should be given to increase their efficiency". Name the principle of scientific management highlighted in this statement?

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Q28:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

Principles of Management

Easy

Ashima completed her MBA from Sriram college in Delhi. She wanted to expand her family business of bakery products chain named 'Anmol bakers'. She was very influenced by the Principles and Techniques of Scientific Management, and she wanted to apply them in her business expansion.

Her main objective was to reduce the costs with increased output. To begin with, she wanted to develop a standard method which would be followed throughout the organization. So, she investigated traditional methods through work study and unified the best practices. The standard method, i.e. the best way of doing the job was then developed, taking into consideration all parameters right from the availability of raw materials till the final delivery to the customers. Ashima also believed that the employees in the organization should be scientifically selected and that adequate training for the employees should also be given to increase their efficiency. For this, she set up a training unit named 'Perfectionists' in Sonipat where employees were given the required training to increase their efficiency and learn the best method. At the factory, the ingredients making up bakery products were strategically placed to reduce the time taken for excess movements. The standard time and other parameters were determined on the basis of work study and Ashima rewarded the employees for meeting the standard output.

Now, 'Anmol Bakers' has standardized processes, raw materials, time, machinery, product and working conditions that ensure the food they deliver to their customers has the same high standard of excellence and level of quality in every chain or franchise.

The application of Scientific Management to every aspect of the bakery's operation led to 'Anmol Bakers' being widely successful.

"She wanted to develop a standard method which would be followed throughout the organisation". Identify the principle of scientific management highlighted in this statement?

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Q29:

2025: 30 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Medium

Match List-I with List-II

List-IList-II
Principle of ManagementExplanation
(A) Harmony, Not Discord(I) Scientific selection of the workers
(B) Cooperation, Not Individualism(II) Management and workers should realise that each one is important.
(C) Replacing the Rule of Thumb with Science(III) Competition should be replaced by cooperation, by realizing that they need each other.
(D) Development of Workers(IV) Scientific methods are used by unifying the best practices and developing a standard method.

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Q30:

2025: 30 May Shift 2

Principles of Management

Easy

According to Taylor, is an extension of the principle of division of work and specialisation to the shop floor.

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