Question 1

The main responsibility of a directorate in state administration is to:
A) Review policies
B) Implement policies
C) Make policies
D) Evaluate policies

Accepted Answer

The main responsibility of a directorate in state administration is to implement policies. This involves putting the plans and policies decided by the higher levels of government into action.

Question 2

Which among the following is empowered to create more All-India Services?
A) Rajya Sabha
B) Parliament
C) Union Cabinet
D) State Legislatures

Accepted Answer

The Parliament is empowered to create more All-India Services under Article 312 of the Indian Constitution.

Question 3

Karl Marx regarded bureaucracy:
A) As an instrument of government
B) As a medium of policy implementation
C) As an instrument of dominant ruling class promoting its particular interests
D) As an instrument of the nobles promoting their interest

Accepted Answer

Marx viewed bureaucracy as an instrument through which the dominant ruling class (the bourgeoisie) promotes its own interests, maintaining its power and control over the working class (the proletariat). He saw it as a way for the ruling class to enforce its ideology and maintain its economic and political dominance.

Question 4

The primary objective of judicial control is to
A) Punish the criminals
B) Resolve disputes
C) Protect citizen's rights
D) Safeguard private property

Accepted Answer

The primary objective of judicial control is to protect citizens' rights by ensuring that laws are applied fairly and justly, and that government actions do not infringe upon individual freedoms and rights.

Question 5

Which one of the following is not a function of Union Public Service Commission?
A) Recruitment rules
B) Classification of services
C) Disciplinary matters
D) Promotion and deputation.

Accepted Answer

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is primarily responsible for conducting examinations for recruitment to various services and posts under the Government of India. It also advises on matters related to personnel management such as promotions, deputations, and disciplinary actions. However, the classification of services is generally a function of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and not directly handled by the UPSC.

Question 6

Public administration is different from private administration in
A) Productivity
B) Judicious risk-taking
C) Financial returns
D) Legislative approval

Accepted Answer

Public administration differs from private administration primarily in the requirement for legislative approval. Public organizations operate within a framework defined by laws and regulations, and many of their actions and decisions require approval or oversight by legislative bodies. This is not typically a factor in private administration, where decisions are more often driven by market forces, shareholder interests, and internal governance structures.

Question 7

Public administration is superior to private administration by virtue of the fact that
A) Its achievements and failures are subject to scrutiny
B) It works in accordance with well-defined procedures.
C) It has to maintain high standards of efficiency.
D) It has the primary responsibility to promote public welfare

Accepted Answer

Public administration is primarily responsible for promoting public welfare, which is a key aspect that distinguishes it from private administration.

Question 8

Which one of the following is the main cause of the scalar system?
A) Unity of command
B) Hierarchy
C) Delegation
D) co-ordination

Accepted Answer

The main cause of the scalar system is hierarchy, as it refers to the vertical line of authority and responsibility in an organization, creating a clear structure for command and control.

Question 9

The state public service commission submits its annual report to the
A) Parliament
B) Cabinet secretary
C) Governor
D) President

Accepted Answer

The answer of The state public service commission submits its...

Question 10

Who is the appointing authority of the Chairman of UPSC?
A) The President
B) The Prime Minister
C) Cabinet
D) Governor

Accepted Answer

The President of India is the appointing authority for the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

Question 11

" Public Administration consist of all these operations having for their purpose the fulfilment or enforcement of public policy "
A) L D. White
B) Luther Gullick
C) Henry Fayol
D) D. Waldo

Accepted Answer

L D. White is the scholar who defined Public Administration as consisting of all operations having for their purpose the fulfillment or enforcement of public policy. This definition emphasizes the role of public administration in implementing government policy.

Question 12

The dominant focus of the classical theory was on
A) Decision making
B) Human relations
C) Motivation
D) Organizational structure

Accepted Answer

The classical theory primarily focuses on organizational structure, emphasizing the establishment of clear hierarchies, division of labor, and a high degree of formalization in procedures and rules to enhance efficiency.

Question 13

The recruitment of All India services is the function of
A) UPSC
B) State PSC
C) Legislature
D) Rail Way Recruitment Board

Accepted Answer

The recruitment of All India Services is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), which is responsible for conducting civil services examinations for various positions, including those in the All India Services such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Forest Service (IFoS).

Question 14

The role of Public Administration is to execute the
A) Programmes of political parties
B) Will of the People
C) Will of the state
D) Policies of the Government

Accepted Answer

The answer of The role of Public Administration is to...

Question 15

New Public administration laid emphasis on:
A) Economy and efficiency
B) Values and ethics
C) Both a and b
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

New Public Administration emphasizes values and ethics, focusing on social equity, human values, and responsiveness to public needs, rather than just economy and efficiency.

Question 16

The modern theory of organisation or system theory developed in the period:
A) 1930s
B) 1940s
C) 1950s
D) 1960s

Accepted Answer

The answer of The modern theory of organisation or system...

Question 17

Organisation can be structured on the basis of:
A) Major purpose served
B) Process
C) Persons or things dealt with
D) Any of the above

Accepted Answer

Organizations can be structured based on various factors including the major purpose they serve, the processes they follow, or the persons or things they deal with. This means that the structure can be designed in a way that best suits the organization's objectives, workflow, or the nature of its operations, making "Any of the above" the correct choice.

Question 18

Which one of the following is not an organisational form in the government in India?
A) Department
B) Public corporations
C) Partnership firm
D) Independent regulatory commissions

Accepted Answer

Partnership firm is not an organisational form in the government in India; it is a business entity formed by individuals for profit. Departments, public corporations, and independent regulatory commissions are all forms of organization within the Indian government.

Question 19

'Management by exception' is related to:
A) Span of control
B) Delegation of authority
C) Scalar chain
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

'Management by exception' is a management style where managers intervene only when their subordinates' performance deviates significantly from standards, implying a delegation of authority for day-to-day operations.

Question 20

Which of the following is not one of the informal means to enforce administrative accountability?
A) Mass media
B) Political parties
C) Interest groups
D) Unity of command

Accepted Answer

Unity of command is a formal organizational principle, not an informal means of enforcing administrative accountability.

Quiz 9: Public Administration and State Administration

The main responsibility of a directorate in state administration is to:

Which among the following is empowered to create more All-India Services?

Karl Marx regarded bureaucracy:

The primary objective of judicial control is to

Which one of the following is not a function of Union Public Service Commission?

Public administration is different from private administration in

Public administration is superior to private administration by virtue of the fact that

Which one of the following is the main cause of the scalar system?

The state public service commission submits its annual report to the

Who is the appointing authority of the Chairman of UPSC?

" Public Administration consist of all these operations having for their purpose the fulfilment or enforcement of public policy "

The dominant focus of the classical theory was on

The recruitment of All India services is the function of

The role of Public Administration is to execute the

New Public administration laid emphasis on:

The modern theory of organisation or system theory developed in the period:

Organisation can be structured on the basis of:

Which one of the following is not an organisational form in the government in India?

'Management by exception' is related to:

Which of the following is not one of the informal means to enforce administrative accountability?