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Public' in Public Administration stands for |
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Public Choice Theory attacks the scope of Conventional Public Administration for |
b |
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Today Public-Private distinction needs to be understood in terms of |
d |
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Publicness' in the concept of 'Public' for administrative purposes was defined by second Minnowbrook Conference in terms of |
c |
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Dissimilarities between Public and Private Administration are : .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
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Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (A) Narrow view, (B) Broader view, (C) Managerial view, (D) Integral view .. List-II 1. L. Gulick, 2. L.D. White, 3. H.A. Simon, 4. Dimock |
d |
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Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (A) Bureaucratic Phenomenon, (B) Managerial Grid, (C) Motivational Hygiene, (D) Creative Experience .. List-II 1. Black and Mouton, 2. Frederick, 3. M.P. Follett, 4. M.Crozier, 5. C.I. Barnard |
c |
8 |
Woodrwo Wilson advocated a 'Science of Administration' for : .. Select the correct answer from the codes give below : |
b |
9 |
Arrange the following stages in the evolution of Public Administration as a discipline in chronological order. …. 1. Classical Approach, 2. Behavioural Approach, 3. Public Policy Approach, 4. Ecological Approach, 5. Politics-Administration Approach …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
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Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Stages of Evolution) (A) Politics-administration Separation, (B) Human Relation, (C) Scientific Management, (D) Policy Science …. List-II (Associated Writer) 1. F.W. Taylor, 2. Herald Lasswell, 3. Woodrow Wilson, 4. Elton Mayo |
c |
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New Public Management emphasizes on |
d |
12 |
In the evolution of Public Administration there has bee a shift in it emphasis during duccessive periods. In this conext which of the following pairs are correctly matched ? …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
13 |
According to Fayol, which one of the following in an alternate route to avoid delay ? |
c |
14 |
Emphasis of Human Relations Theoryis on …. 1. Informal Group, 2. People, 3. Motivation, 4. Principles of Organisation …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
15 |
The most logical criterion to distinguish a line function from staff function is |
a |
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Who of the following did not contribute to the Politics-administration dichotomy ? …. 1. Max Weber, 2. Frank Goodnow, 3. F. W. Riggs, 4. Herbert Simon …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
17 |
The advantages of the principle of Hierarchy include : …. 1. It acts as a channel of communication, 2. It ensures strict adherence to procedure, 3. It acts as a channel of communication 4. It acts as a check on red-tapism …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
18 |
Which of the following are correct as types of 'Delegation' ? |
b |
19 |
The need for co-ordination arises when there is : …. 1. Overlap of efforts, 2. Duplication of efforts, 3. Neglect of personal efforts, 4. Conflict in interests …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
20 |
Bottom-up Authority' doctrine was advanced by |
a |
21 |
Which of the following statements about supervision is not correct ? |
b |
22 |
Which one of the following is attributed to Chester Barnard ? |
c |
23 |
Which of the following experiments were included in Elton Mayo's research ? …. 1. Bank-wiring observation, 2. Relay-assembly test, 3. Mica-splitting test, 4. Productivity measuring test, 5. Sensitivity test .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
24 |
Which of the following are demerits of 'decentralization' ? …. 1. Co-ordination becomes complicated, 2. Communication becomes time-consuming, 3.Work and costs get duplicated, 4. Organisation's integration becomes difficult, 5. Delegation of authority takes a back seat. .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
25 |
Integration of several parts into an orderly whole to achieve the performance of the undertaking implies |
b |
26 |
Unity of Command' does not |
a |
27 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Hierarchy brings in rigidity and affects human relations in administration. Reason (R) : It is a built-in device to achieve coherence in an organisation. .. In the context of the above statements, which one of the following is correct answer ? |
a |
28 |
Which of the following are correct as functions of staff agencies ? …. 1. Interpreting and defending policies. 2. Collecting and providing information, 3. Advising the Chief Executive on decision-making, 4. Overseeing the implementation of Cheif Executive's decisions. .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
29 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Line and staff agencies are so intricately intermingled in practice that many scholars and practitioners of Public Administration do not even attempt to clarify their concepts. Reason (R) : Many Ministries in the Govt. of India and the PMO are neither purely Line nor Staff agencies. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
c |
30 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : The principles of 'Hierarchy' and 'Units of Command' are mutually supportive. Reason (R) : 'Unity of Purpsoe' is the anti-thesis of the above. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
c |
31 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Fixation of 'responsibility' down the line is the function of leadership. Reason (R) : Because 'authority' and 'responsibility' go together. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
a |
32 |
Herbert Simon emphasized on …. 1. Fact-Value dichotomy, 2. Composite decision making, 3. Illusion of final authority, 4. Mean-ends relationship …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
33 |
Which of the following qualities, among others, leadership in a Govt. organization should have ? .. 1. Vitality, 2. Decisiveness, 3. Political stability, 4. Emotional stability, 5. Loyalty to subordinates .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
34 |
Which one of the following is not an element of communication ? |
c |
35 |
Which of the following statements about decision-making are correct ? .. 1. Policy making and decision making are synonyms, 2. Both adopt an analytical approach, 3. There are various models of decision-making, 4. Etizionic advocates 'incremental model' of decision making. .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
36 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Scholar) (A) C. Bernard, (B) N. Weiner, (C) H. Fayol, (D) H. Simon …. List-II (Emphasis on) 1. Speed in communication, 2. Influence on individual behaviour, 3. Techniques of communication, 4. Information processing, 5. Co-operative system |
b |
37 |
Who among the following said that leadership and authority are 'plural' because of involvement of many persons ? |
c |
38 |
Which of the following statements about leadership are correct ? .. 1. An organization without leadership is a muddle of men, 2. It transforms potential into reality, 3. It indicates the capacity to influence others to follow, 4. Its effectiveness depends upon formal authority in an organization …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
39 |
Who among the following is not associated with 'organisational humanism' ? |
d |
40 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Failure on the part Executive has encouraged more proactive role of Indian Judiciary. Reason (R) : The Executive alleges it as judicial activism. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
b |
41 |
Which one of the following is not included in 'hygiene' factors in the Herzberg's "Two Factor Theory" of motivation ? |
d |
42 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : The 'content' theories of motivation have been propounded by Maslow, McGregor etc. Reason (R) : Taylor advocated use of 'money' for motivation. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
b |
43 |
Which of the following are the techniques of informal communication ? .. 1. Grapevine, 2. Seminar, 3. Gossip and Rumour, 4. Body-language …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
44 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Centralised decision-making is the feature of autocratic leadership. Reason (R) : Centralised decision-making does not encourage participative approach. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
a |
45 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (A) Self Actualization, (B) E.R.G., (C) Leadership, (D) Entrophy of communication …. List-II 1. Iow a studies, 2. Shenon and Weaver, 3. Alderfer, 4. Maslow, 5. Herzberg |
b |
46 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Approaches in the study of Comparative Public Admn.) (A) BureaucraticSystem Approach, (B) General Systems, (C) Decision-making Approach, (D) Structural-Functional Model .... List-II (Adopted by) 1. H. Simon, 2. F. W. Riggs, 3. M. Crozier, 4. T. Parsons, 5. M. Landan |
c |
47 |
Studies in Comparative Public Administration met a setback and decline because |
d |
48 |
According to Riggs, which of the following trends are prominent in Comparative Public Administration ? .. 1. Legal-Formal to Behavioural, 2. Ideographic to Nomothetic, 3. Normative to Empirical, 4. Non-ecological to Ecological …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
49 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Books) (A) Development Administration in India, (B) Development Administration : Concept and Problems, (C) Development Administration in Asia, (D) Frontiers of Development Administration .... List-II (Authors) 1. F. W. Riggs, 2. Edward W. Wiedner, 3. Irving Swerdlow, 4. V.A. Pai Panadikar |
d |
50 |
Which of the following factors were responsible for the emergence of Development Administration ? …. 1. Over-emphais on the study of means of administration, 2. Emergence of new independent developing countries, 3. Sanction of economic and technical assistance by the United States to new independent countries, 4. Setting up of 'Developmen Administration Group' by A.S.P.A. .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
51 |
Development Administration focusses on : …. 1. Ecological concerns, 2. Participative approach, 3. Little concern for politics, 4. Magnifying the role of bureaucracy …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
52 |
Development Administration is an administration of : .... 1. Change plus growth, 2. Innovation, 3. Welfare, 4. Developing Society ..... Select the correct answer below : |
d |
53 |
Which one of the following statements about Comparative Public Administration is not correct ? |
b |
54 |
Comparative Public Administration does not uphold |
c |
55 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (A) Cross-cultural administrative studies, (B) Administrative offices in a developing society, (C) Economic situation in a society in transition, (D) Social groups in a developing society .... List-II 1. Bazar-Canteen, 2. Comparative Public Administration, 3. Behaviouralism, 4. Sala, 5. Clect |
b |
56 |
In all parliamentary democracies the civil servant become more powerful because of : .. 1. The principle of collective responsibility, 2. The principle of ministerial responsibility, 3. The practice of delegated legislation, 4. The closeness to the political master …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
57 |
Match List-I (system of recruitment) with List-II (country where it prevailed) in the early period and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (A) Spoils System, (B) Patronage System, (C) System of venality, (D) Pioneer in Written Examinations .... List-II 1. U.K., 2. France, 3. China, 4. India, 5. U.S.A. |
c |
58 |
Which of the following are the roles of civil service in developing countries ? .. 1. Ultimate policy formulation, 2. Detailed policy implementation, 3. Detailed subordinate legislation, 4. Some quasi-judicial functions, 5. Micro-administrative improvements .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
59 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Function) (A) Recruitment, (B) Promotion, (C) Performance Appraisal, (D) Training …. List-II (Relevance) 1. Seniority, 2. Superiors, 3. Annual, 4. Written examinations, 5. Methodology |
b |
60 |
The advantages of Rank classification include : .. 1. It provides high degree of specialization, 2. It contains an element of flexibility, 3. It is easy to understand and administer, 4. It is able to attract competent persons to the service. …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
61 |
Indian bureaucracy is often linked to 'steel frame' because of : .. 1. Red tapism, 2. Strict adherence to rules, 3. Feudal character, 4. Career service …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
62 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Promotion by seniority assumes that length of service in the guarantee for it. Reason (R) : Seniors are better qualified for handling the work of an advanced position. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
c |
63 |
Training of civil servants should meet the : .. 1. Organizational requirement, 2. Individual requirements, 3. Skills requirements, 4. Environmental requirements …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
64 |
Position classification : .. 1. Is based on classification of employees, 2. Involves grouping of position, 3. Is based on duties, responsibilities and qualifications, 4. Is known also as duties-classification …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
65 |
The Joint Consultative Machiner in the Central Government was established on the basis of the recommendations of : |
b |
66 |
Promotion implies : .. 1. Movement from a lower grade to a higher grade, 2. Movement from a lower class to a higher class, 3. Movement from one post to another post, 4. Movement from a lower service to a higher service …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
67 |
In a developing country, bureaucracy performs the following functions : .. 1. It works for socio-economic development, 2. It maintains law and order, 3. It helps the non-governmental organizations (NGOs), 4. It facilitates people's participation …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
68 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Conditions of service of a civil servant include many things Reason (R) : It includes the whole gamut of personnel administration. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
a |
69 |
Which of the following has nothing to do with the formulation of Budget ? |
a |
70 |
Which of the following staements about a Budget are true ? .. 1. It is a tool of financial control, 2. It is an instrument of Public Policy, 3. It is a tool of administration, 4. It is a mere statement of income and expenditure .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
71 |
Which of the following statements about 'audit' is not correct ? |
d |
72 |
Which one of the following refers to traditional Budgeting ? |
b |
73 |
During discussion on Budget the legislature cannot |
d |
74 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (A) Management by Objectives (M.B.O.), 2. Zero Based Budgeting (Z.B.B.), 3. P.P.B.S., 4. Performance Budget …. List-II 1. Peter Drucker, 2. J. Carter, 3. L. B. Johnson, 4. F. Trueman |
a |
75 |
The types of audit are : …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
76 |
Which one of the following is not involved in the budget preparation process in India ? |
b |
77 |
The process of Budget approval by the Parliament in India includes : .. 1. Presidential Address, 2. Budget Speech of the Finance Minister, 3. Laying of Budget Estimates, 4. Sanction of Appropriations …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
78 |
Budget is always : .. 1. A statement of estimated income and expenditure, 2. Either surplus or deficit, 3. Bounded by a time-frame, 4. Performance oriented …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
79 |
Financial management through budget includes : .. 1. Preparation of estimates of revenue, 2. Preparation of estimates of expenditure, 3. Striking a balance between the two, 4. Monitoring and control …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
80 |
Which of the following statements about Budget are correct ? .. 1. It is a tool of co-ordination, 2. It is an instrument of parliamentary authorisation, 3. It is a statement of revenue and expenditure, 4. It is a policy document. .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
81 |
Which of the following statements about audit in India are correct ? .. 1. It is governed by executive order, 2. It looks into extravagance of expenditure, 3. It is concerned with financial propriety, 4. It is not a consititutional obligation. .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
82 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : 'Rule of Lapse' is not essential for effective financial control. Reason (R) : It suffers from weakness relating to planning and control of expenditure. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
d |
83 |
Which of the following statements about the limitations of Judicial Control over administration are correct ? .. 1. Prohibitive cost, 2. Time-consuming procedures, 3. Lack of technical expertise, 4. Limited jurisdiction .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
84 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Control over administration is gradually is gradually shifting from Legislature to Executive. Reason (R) : Legilature hardly finds sufficient time for detailed examination and scrutiny of expenditure and achievements. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
a |
85 |
The internal administrative control in India consists of : .. 1. Budget, 2. Personnel Management, 3. Presidential Address, 4. Efficiency Survey …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
86 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : "The ministerial control over administration is detailed, legal and punitive.: Reason (R) : The Minister is responsible for the error of omission and commission of the civil servants. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
a |
87 |
Which one of the following statements is not correct ? |
c |
88 |
Which one of the following is not related to 'adjournment' motion ? |
a |
89 |
The means of citizen's control over administration are : .. 1. Recall, 2. Pressure Groups, 3. Elections, 4. Advisory Committees, 4. Statutory Appeals …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
90 |
Which one of the following is not considered as loss of confidence of the Lok Sabha ? |
a |
91 |
Legislative control over administration is needed : .. 1. To sensitize administration, 2. To redress public grievances, 2. To exhibit soverignty of legislature, 3. To exhibit sovereignty of legislatur, 4. To ensure ministerial responsibility …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
92 |
Which one of the following is not an eligibility criteria for candidates to become a member of the Rajya Sabha in India ? |
b |
93 |
Which one of the following is not a 'Navratan' in India ? |
c |
94 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : While replacing an Ordinance by a Bill, the statement explaining the circumsances necessitating its promulgation must accompany the Bill. Reason (R) : The President has the power to legislate on any subject through an Ordinance which is co-extensive with the legislative powers of the Parliament. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
a |
95 |
Which one of the following statemens about Cabinet Secretariat is not correct ? |
c |
96 |
Who among the following is not a member of the committee which makes recommendations to the President of India for appointment of Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioners ? |
b |
97 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Organisation) (A) Central Secretariate, (B) Cabinet Secretariat, (C) Planning Commission, (D) Finance Commission …. List-II (Concerned with) 1. Principles governing grants-in-aid, 2. Formulation of Policies, 3. Co-ordination of activities of various Ministers, 4. Allocation of resources |
c |
98 |
Which of the following statementas about Public Enterprises are true ? .. 1. Public Corporation form provides for greater autonomy in management, 2. Departmental Undertaking is subect to extensive legislature and executive control, 3. Governmental Company gives greater freedom to the creator for direction and contorl, 4. State Road Trasnsport Corporations are created under the State Acts in consonance with the parent Central Road Transport Corporation Act …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
a |
99 |
Which one of the following is a correct statement ? |
d |
100 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Officer of the G.O.I.) (A) Secretary, (B) Additional Secretary, (C) Deputy Secretary, (D) Under Secretary …. List-II (Responsibilities) 1. In-charge of a branch of a Department, 2. Overall-in-charge of the Department/Ministry, 3. In-charge of a number of sections, 4. Shares responsibilities with the Head of the Department/Ministry |
b |
101 |
The Union Public Service Commission |
b |
102 |
In service training programmes for the higher civil servants in India …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
103 |
Principle of 'Anonymity' of civil service emerges from |
b |
104 |
The salary, allowances and pension etc., of the incumbents of All India Services are borne of |
d |
105 |
Tenure' system in central services was started by |
b |
106 |
Which one of the following is committees was appointed in 1974 to look into the recruitment and selection methods of civil services in India ? |
a |
107 |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Services) (A) Indian Foreign Service, (B) U. P. Provincial, (C) U. P. Provincial Civil Service, (D) Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) …. List-II (Training Institute) 1. Lucknow, 2. New Delhi, 3. Moradabad, 4. Nagpur, 5. Nainital |
d |
108 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : There is an increasing need for professionalization of civil service. Reason (R) : Generalization of specialists and specialization of Generalists are a part of it. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
b |
109 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : The term 'commitment' has introduced a new deminsion to the relations between political executive and the civil servants in India. Reason (R) : In practice depoliticised bureaucracy remains only a dream. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
b |
110 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : The State needs to act as 'model employer' while determining the pay scales of government emloyees. Reason (R) : In a liberalized economy the above principle becomes redundant. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
b |
111 |
Which one of the following is a Public Corporation in U.P. ? |
a |
112 |
Factors taken into consideration in the appointment of Chief Secretary include .. 1. Seniorioty in service, 2. Reputation about honesty, 3. Proven competence, 4. Suitability from the CM's point, 5. relations with peers …. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
c |
113 |
Which of the following statements about State Finance Commission are correct ? .. 1. It is a statutory body, 2. Its members are appointed by the Governor, 3. It reviews the financial position of the local bodies, 4. It makes its recommendations to the legislature .. Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
b |
114 |
In 'revenue administration' matters the District Collector reports to |
d |
115 |
Which one of the following is not a function of the Directorate ? |
a |
116 |
Which one of the following is not a Zila Panchayat in U.P. ? |
d |
117 |
Which one of the following is a Government Company in U.P. ? |
c |
118 |
Which of the following statements about urban local government are correct ? .. 1. Bigger the city, greater are the problems, 2. There are multiple authorities in big cities like Delhi and Mumbai for local functions, 3. Citizens' satisfaction depends upon regular availability of essential services, 4. Mega Cities act as engines of growth .... Select the correct answer from the codes given below : |
d |
119 |
Which one of the following functions is not performed by 'District Colletor' ? |
c |
120 |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : The relationship between the appointed officials and elected representatives in Panchayati Raj Instititutions remains a problem. Reason (R) : The conflict arises in the determination of development programmes. .. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct ? |
a |
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